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SAIC

Senior Telecom Engineer

Crane, IN

$104K - $143K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is looking for a Senior Telecom Engineer in Crane, IN. This position is supporting Expeditionary Electromagnetic Warfare Division at NSWC - Crane Division. The candidate ...

SAIC

Senior Telecom Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is looking for a Senior Telecom Engineer in Crane, IN. This position is supporting Expeditionary Electromagnetic Warfare Division at NSWC - Crane Division. The candidate ...

SAIC

Senior Telecom Engineer

Crane, IN · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Description SAIC is looking for a Senior Telecom Engineer in Crane, IN. This position is supporting Expeditionary Electromagnetic Warfare Division at NSWC - Crane Division. The candidate will work ...

Team Fishel

Laborer - Underground (Telecom)

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

Since 1936, we've been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top ... The purpose of an Underground Telecom Laborer at Team Fishel is to assist Crew in completing the ...

Team Fishel

Laborer - Underground (Telecom)

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$17.75 - $22.75/hr

Since 1936, we've been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top ... The purpose of an Underground Telecom Laborer at Team Fishel is to assist Crew in completing the ...

Team Fishel

Laborer - Underground (Telecom)

South Bend, IN · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Since 1936, we've been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top ... The purpose of an Underground Telecom Laborer at Team Fishel is to assist Crew in completing the ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for telecom engineer in Indiana is $46.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.35 and $56.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Telecom Engineers are professionals who design, implement, and maintain telecommunications systems and networks. Their work ensures the reliable transmission of voice, data, and video over various communication channels, such as telephone lines, fiber optics, and wireless networks. They are responsible for installing and configuring equipment, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing network performance. Telecom Engineers may work for service providers, equipment manufacturers, or large organizations that manage their own communication infrastructure.

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To thrive as a Telecom Engineer, you need deep knowledge of telecommunications systems, network architecture, and signal processing, typically supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Cisco or Juniper networking equipment, fiber optic technologies, and certifications such as CCNA or CCNP are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication set top professionals apart in this role. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring reliable, high-performance communication networks and efficiently resolving technical challenges.

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Telecom Engineers often encounter challenges related to coordinating with multiple teams, managing tight project timelines, and adapting to rapidly changing technologies during large-scale network deployments. Ensuring seamless integration of new infrastructure with existing systems, maintaining network reliability during upgrades, and troubleshooting unexpected technical issues are frequent hurdles. Effective communication and project management skills are essential for navigating these complexities and delivering successful outcomes.

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Telecom engineers typically earn a median annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $100,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced engineers with specialized skills or certifications can earn higher salaries, especially in competitive markets or with advanced technical expertise.

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Infographic showing various Telecom Engineer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,824 per year, or $46.1 per hour.

Senior Telecom Engineer

Crane, IN

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$104K - $143K/yr

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Job description

Job ID: 2615746

Location: Crane, IN, US

Date Posted: 2026-08-18

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Electrical Engr

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim_Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE


Description

SAIC is looking for a Senior Telecom Engineer in Crane, IN.

This position is supporting Expeditionary Electromagnetic Warfare Division at NSWC – Crane Division. The candidate will work closely with engineers, managers, and analysts to accomplish goals in a dynamic and fast paced environment. The ability to communicate clearly across functions and integrate in a team is the key to success. This position may require leadership/mentorship of mid-level and junior engineers and technicians.

You will be tasked to manage telephone port allocations, perform system and network analysis, automated and performance test development, and troubleshoot hardware and software issues. You will collaborate with LAN/WAN teams on network configurations, routing, TCP/IP, QoS, tunneling, and security protocols as well as conduct analysis across technologies including 5G, LTE, LTE-Advanced, and proprietary systems. Additionally, you will be asked to provide design recommendations—particularly for RF systems and antennas, including link budget analysis.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

  • 5+ years' experience in design, implementation and operation of Mobility services such as 2G, 3G-4G-5G network elements, GSM, GPRS, UMTS, HSPA, LTE and LTE protocols, CDMA, etc.
  • Expert understanding of RF propagation, cellular theory, RF engineering tools, and antenna theory.
  • Knowledge of professional software engineering best practices for the software development life cycle, including coding standards, testing-reviews, source control management, continuous integration, defect management, and build processes.
  • Experience in RF performance analysis and troubleshooting RF issues.
  • Must be proactive and able to develop short and long-term requirements on tools side to meet product requirements.
  • Must be able to lead a small group of engineers, assisting with technical guidance and customer priorities.
  • Understand potential supervisory taskings, timecard approving, and employee development.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 

  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in one of the following Engineering disciplines:  Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and 9 years or more of experience or a Masters and 7 years of experience.
  • Understand integrity/encryption protocols.
  • Proven record of producing architectural designs and technical leadership.
  • Experience working with large-scale call models, debug complex problems by working with cross-functional teams.
  • Hands on experience with installing and troubleshooting wireless network technologies.
  • Advanced knowledge of GSM/UMTS/LTE platforms, product lines and 5GPP specs.
  • Expert knowledge in protocols for interoperability, performance evaluation, and troubleshooting as well as performance monitoring in a virtualized environment.
  • Experience with Python or C+, data analysis, and/or database management.
  • Ability to obtain full secret clearance (interim secret required to start).

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