Cellular Systems Engineer

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Huntsville, AL, USA
In-Office
150K-160K Annually
Senior level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
The Cellular Systems Engineer provides engineering support for wireless/RF systems, conducts installation and maintenance, and has project management experience in cellular and Wi-Fi operations.
Summary Generated by Built In

Purpose and Impact:

The Systems Cellular Engineer shall provide wireless/RF engineering support on systems, system elements, components, devices and/or processes. The position also requires the following:

  • Engineering disciplines to support design, development, and implementation activities
  • Reviewing, evaluating and analyzing equipment, components, engineering documents, test plans, test data and procedures
  • Conducting installation and maintenance of systems/equipment
  • Providing associated training to customer personnel
  • In-depth knowledge of Wi-Fi or cellular systems to include current 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G communications network along with future technologies
  • General principles of RF communications and propagation.
  • Intermediate expertise on personal computers, associated software, and basic networking applications.
  • Direct field experience involving the integration, deployment, optimization and use of RF systems.
  • Experience with IP networking to include hardware platforms (Firewalls, switches, routers) with Cisco or equivalent certifications being a plus.
  • Must have experience in fielding telecommunications equipment with an emphasis on the RF interface (any combination of designing, building, testing, optimizing, evaluating, and deploying).
  • Project management experience along with the ability to articulate risk management efforts, defining timelines, and defining scope while working in a diverse cross-functional team.
  • The potential candidate should be a self-starter and capable of providing detailed documentation to stakeholders and other leadership team members.

Work Schedule: Mon thru Friday (5 x 8s or possibly 4x 10s)

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Include providing management level wireless/RF support on systems, system elements, components, devices and/or processes; applies engineering disciplines to support design, development and implementation activities; reviews, evaluates and analyzes equipment, components, engineering documents, test plans, test data and procedures; conducts installation and maintenance of systems/equipment and provides associated training to personnel.
  • Must have experience in fielding telecommunications equipment with an emphasis on the RF interface (any combination of designing, building, testing, optimizing, evaluating, and deploying).
  • Must have project management experience along with the ability to articulate risk management efforts, defining timelines, and defining scope while working within a diverse cross-functional team.
  • The potential candidate should be a self-starter and capable of providing detailed documentation to stakeholders and other leadership team members.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Requires approximately 20% travel

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

Clearance Required:

  • TS w/poly Eligibility

Minimum Education:

  • BS degree and 5+ years of directly related experience in any of the described fields to include project management, cellular, Wi-Fi, or Signals Intelligence.

Minimum Years of Experience:

  • In lieu of a BS degree, 12+ years of direct experience in commercial wireless communications with emphasis on project management or 8+ years of relevant military experience with cell site simulators is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in managing programs involving cellular and Wi-Fi operations is strongly preferred.

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Compensation Details:

US:$150,000 - $160,000

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.


Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

03/19/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Skills Required

  • BS degree in related field
  • 5+ years of directly related experience
  • Experience in project management and cellular/Wi-Fi operations
  • TS clearance with poly eligibility

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.

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HQ: Germantown, MD
18,261 Employees

What We Do

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.

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