Senior Telecommunications Engineer Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Koniag Management Solutions, LLC (KMS), a Koniag Government Services (KGS) company, is hiring a Telecommunications Design Engineer. Position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with ability to obtain additional security requirements. Please do not apply if you do not possess the required Top-Secret Clearance. We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more. Position Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Telecommunications Design Engineer to support enterprise data center and telecommunications infrastructure design, operations, and long-range modernization planning. This role requires a strong blend of hands‑on Operations & Maintenance (O&M) work, detailed engineering documentation, and strategic architectural analysis. The ideal candidate will maintain and develop core infrastructure designs that comply with Department of Defense (DoD) and commercial best practices. Key Responsibilities: * Perform daily O&M activities including direct-touch maintenance, troubleshooting, configuration updates, and provisioning for telecommunications and data center systems. * Analyze IT and telecommunications architectures to develop long‑range engineering strategies and modernization roadmaps. * Create and maintain key engineering work products including: * IT and telecommunications roadmaps * Engineering configurations and design packages * Rack elevations and physical infrastructure drawings * Bills of materials (BOMs) * As-built documentation * Ensure all data center and telecommunications network designs adhere to DoD, commercial industry, and enterprise architecture standards. * Design and support Layer 1 and Layer 2 infrastructure including copper and fiber cabling systems, patch panels, racks, cabinets, and switching hardware. * Engineer and maintain systems supporting data centers, conference rooms, communications closets, pathways, and structured cabling plants. * Oversee infrastructure power and environmental systems including UPS, ATS, battery systems, HVAC cooling, and related facility integrations. * Manage logistics for site readiness, installation planning, staging, and implementation. * Provide expert-level guidance on telecommunications standards, structured cabling, physical layer design, and best practices. * Prepare detailed engineering diagrams, topology maps, and infrastructure documentation for technical and accreditation processes. Required Qualifications: * Active TS/SCI clearance. * 12+ years of experience analyzing, designing, and developing IT and telecommunications infrastructure using DoD and commercial standards. * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field. * Required DoD 8140 certifications (any one of): * Network+ * Security+ * Cloud+ * SSCP * CASP+ * CISSP * CCNP Security * Required technical certifications: * Vendor/OEM network infrastructure certification * BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) or equivalent design credential Preferred Certifications (Plus): * BICSI RCDD (if not already required) * BICSI senior design specialization or advanced pathways/cabling certifications * CCNA * CTS‑D (for AV/communications integration environments) * Manufacturer design certifications (e.g., Cisco, HPE Aruba, CommScope, Corning) Required Technical Knowledge: * Detailed understanding of Layer 1 and Layer 2 IT infrastructure and physical hardware. * Expertise in: * Data center design * Conference room and AV communications integration * Communications closets and structured cabling pathways * Power, cooling, UPS, ATS, and electrical support systems * Copper and fiber cabling specifications and installation standards * Rack/stack operations and equipment provisioning * Site logistics, staging, procurement, and facility coordination Preferred Experience: * Developing enterprise telecommunications infrastructure within DoD or IC environments. * Designing complex facilities architectures including pathway mapping, equipment layouts, and infrastructure modernization planning. * Working with engineering governance frameworks, enterprise architecture methodologies, or large‑scale design review processes. * Coordinating physical infrastructure projects with facility engineers, electricians, and construction teams. Requirements: TS/SCI security clearance required, candidate will not be considered without. Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or to apply to a position on our website, please contact Heaven Wood via e-mail at or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations. About our Company: Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com . Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. Shareholder Preference in accordance with Public Law 88-352 #LI-CT1