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Electronics Engineer
Federal Communications Commission · Posted 72 days ago
Hybrid Full-time Washington, DC $144K – $197K Apply by Aug 12, 2026 Electronics Engineering ENTJENTPINTJINTP EngineeringMarketing
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This position is at various Bureaus/Offices at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) located in Washington, DC. RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE PAID. THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL ADDITIONAL POSITIONS WITHIN 90 DAYS. SELECTED CANDIDATES MAY BE APPOINTED AT THE WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS BUREAU (WTB) OR THE OFFICE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY (OET).
What You'll Do
- →The incumbent of this position serves as an expert authority on next generation wireless communications technologies and applications.
- →The incumbent is required to have an in-depth knowledge of wireless telecommunications technologies, network infrastructure and RF engineering, in order to provide guidance, direction, and development of Bureau/Office and Commission policy regarding coverage mapping, technology deployments, spectrum management, broadband and competition policy, and infrastructure development.
- →Such knowledge should enable the incumbent to act as a technical authority with the ability to successfully resolve unique and controversial problems related to the telecommunications industry and services.
- →The incumbent's area of specialization includes identifying and utilizing state-of-the-art technologies to enhance, integrate, and streamline engineering and technical analysis.
- →The incumbent is responsible for engineering solutions that deliver the best value, innovation, and accuracy available regarding mobile wireless broadband technologies, network design including link budgets, propagation and coverage analysis, technology enhancements, and mobile broadband mapping.
- →GIS mapping analysis and program skills are also necessary to perform in-depth analysis of technical issues.
- →Scope of work includes Division, Bureau/Office, and Commission-wide technical issues and projects.
- →The incumbent provides customized analytical engineering support, reporting and recommendations regarding the efficiency, feasibility, and technical capability of next generation technologies.
- →All projects have a direct impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of the Bureau/Office's overall ability to assess the performance of new and innovative technologies.
Requirements
- ✓See "Qualifications".
- ✓If applicable, see "Qualifications".
- ✓Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
- ✓US Citizenship.
- ✓May serve a one year probationary period (if applicable).
- ✓Suitable for employment as determined by a background investigation.
- ✓If selected, a financial disclosure statement may be required.
- ✓Current/former federal employees must provide SF-50 verifying grade/status.
- ✓Current FCC employees must provide SF-50 verifying grade & status.
- ✓Resume must not exceed two pages and must meet resume format criteria.
- ✓Education-Transcripts Required
Benefits
- ★The FCC offers a wide range of employee benefits, including: Health Insurance Life Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Long-Term Care Insurance Holidays and Leave Retirement Thrift Savings Plan Transit Benefit Alternative Work Schedule Telecommuting
Personality Fit
Job ID: c8ef2528-7c5e-41e0-b026-faf7cf947608
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