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Dycom Industries, Inc.

Drafter/Designer

$50K - $65K/yr

Hourly Discover a more connected career AtErvin Cable Construction, LLC, as a Drafter Designer, you'll plot, map, design, and draft in CADD using the requirements for telecommunications networks and ...

Dycom Industries, Inc.

Drafter/Designer

Hourly Discover a more connected career AtErvin Cable Construction, LLC, as a Drafter Designer, you'll plot, map, design, and draft in CADD using the requirements for telecommunications networks and ...

Addison Group

Mechanical Drafter

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

Poles, telecommunications, power, and utility structures desired. * Associate degree or technical diploma in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or a related field. * Proficiency in Solidworks and ...

Dycom Industries, Inc.

Drafter/Designer

$22 - $26/hr

Hourly Discover a more connected career At Ervin Cable Construction, LLC, as a Drafter Designer, you'll plot, map, design, and draft in CADD using the requirements for telecommunications networks and ...

Yellowstone Local

Designer Drafter

Salem, OR · On-site

$27 - $32/hr

... telecommunications industries. If you take pride in accurate drafting, enjoy solving design ... challenges, and want your work to support critical infrastructure projects, this opportunity puts ...

ASPIRE COMMUNICATIONS LLC

AutoCAD Drafter

Lake Mary, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

We're looking for a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer to join our engineering team and ... Background in telecommunications or broadband industry. What We Offer: * Competitive salary and ...

ASPIRE COMMUNICATIONS LLC

AutoCAD Drafter

Lake Mary, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

We're looking for a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer to join our engineering team and ... Background in telecommunications or broadband industry. What We Offer: * Competitive salary and ...

HHM Facility Management

AutoCAD Drafter

Lake Mary, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

We're looking for a detail-oriented AutoCAD Drafter / OSP Designer to join our engineering team and ... Background in telecommunications or broadband industry. What We Offer: * Competitive salary and ...

Dycom Industries, Inc.

Drafter/Designer

$18 - $30/hr

... Drafter Designer, you'll plot, map, design, and draft in CADD using the requirements for ... Telecommunications industry standards * Regulations for OSP facilities * Aerial, buried and ...

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How much do telecommunications drafter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for telecommunications drafter in the United States is $26.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a telecommunications drafter?

To thrive as a Telecommunications Drafter, you need a strong understanding of engineering drawings, telecommunications systems, and drafting principles, often supported by an associate degree in drafting or a related field. Proficiency with CAD software (such as AutoCAD or MicroStation), knowledge of industry standards, and familiarity with GIS or design databases are commonly required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for producing accurate plans, collaborating with engineers and project teams, and meeting tight project deadlines in the telecommunications industry.

What is a telecommunications drafter?

A Telecommunications Drafter creates detailed technical drawings and plans for telecom infrastructure, such as fiber optic networks, wireless systems, and communication towers. They use CAD software to develop schematics, layouts, and diagrams based on engineering specifications. Drafters work closely with engineers and project managers to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Their work is essential for designing efficient and effective telecommunications systems.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a telecommunications drafter?

As a Telecommunications Drafter, your day-to-day tasks typically involve creating and revising detailed engineering drawings for telecom networks, preparing construction documents, and coordinating with engineers and project managers to ensure accuracy and compliance. You will update plans based on field data or client feedback, check drawings for technical specifications, and maintain organized project documentation. Drafters often work in office environments but may occasionally visit job sites to gather information or verify installations. Collaboration with other team members is key, as you'll need to communicate design changes and incorporate input from multiple stakeholders to keep projects on track.

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Telecommunications Engineering Technician

Leidos

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$59K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Leidos rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 481 rated business services

Job description

The National Airspace Systems Integration Support (NISC) program at Leidos is seeking a Telecommunications Engineering Technician to provide support to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Central Service Area - Engineering Services Group located across the United States.
The ideal candidate will support the daily operations of the FAA's Legacy Infrastructure to Future Technologies (LIFT) Portfolio and the goal of converting National Airspace Connectivity from TDM to IP. The scope includes Telecommunications Infrastructure Replacement, Small Tower Voice Switches, Air to Ground Protocol Converters and NEXCOM Radios.
Telecommunications Engineering Technician Job Duties Include:
  • Review FAA data bases and provide input and or draft Site Survey Reports (SSR).
  • Conduct site surveys to provide input and/or draft Site Survey Reports.
  • Coordinate schedules with SSC, ES, and Verizon personnel.
  • Draft Project Risk Plans (PRP) and Operational Risk Management Plans (ORMP).
  • Generate and/or update drawings, sketches, and artifacts.
  • Draft project plans for site preparation activities.
  • Coordinate scheduled outages with SSC, Air Traffic and Operations personnel.
  • Develop transition plans.
  • Resolve schedule conflicts.
  • Accompany unbadged personnel at facilities.
  • Work with LECs on schedules.
  • Develop briefings/information/reports on District status.
  • Work with other Districts/SSC on interstate service flows, transitions, cutovers, planning, etc.
  • Support District POC and SSCs with day-to-day work activities.
  • Review and provide comments on Verizon Site Specific Implementation Plans (SSIP).

Telecommunications Engineering Technician Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree. Additional experience may be substituted/considered/accepted in lieu of degree.
  • Ability to travel up to 75%
  • Ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance Suitability (To be eligible for Public Trust Security Clearance, one must be either a U.S. Citizen OR a U.S. Permanent Resident/Green Card holder who has resided in the U.S.A for the past 3 years.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suites.

Desired Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience working with Telco systems performing Network Troubleshooting.
  • Proficient working with AutoCAD or similar tools.
  • Knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Assoc (NFPA) standards, National Airspace System Equipment Tower.
  • Knowledge of OSHA and general construction and electrical safety standards.
  • Knowledge of NAS facilities such as ASR, ATCT, VOR, ARSR, RCAG.

Leidos is a Fortune 500™ company aimed at embracing and solving some of the world's most pressing challenges through science and technology.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
July 21, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $59,150.00 - $106,925.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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