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Telecommunications Engineering Specialist

Operational-level

Also known as: Communications Analyst, Communications Engineer, Communications Network Engineer, Communications Systems Engineer

Tech & EngineeringBachelor's Degree

Job Description

As a Telecommunications Engineering Specialist, you design and set up the systems that carry voice, video, and data—think wired networks, Wi-Fi, and satellite links. You also oversee the installation and upkeep of these complex communication technologies. This role involves constant communication via email, phone, and team discussions, working mostly indoors. It's a great fit if you're detail-oriented, enjoy critical thinking, and thrive on ensuring exact accuracy in your work.
Telecommunications EngineeringWireless CommunicationsSatellite CommunicationsNetwork EngineeringEngineeringTechnologyProject ManagementSoftwareCreativeAnalysis

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Apache KafkaAutodesk AutoCADAutodesk RevitLinuxMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft PowerShellMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft SQL ServerMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Windows ServerMicrosoft WordOracle JavaPerlPythonShell scriptStructured query language SQLUNIX
In-demand software
Autodesk AutoCADAutodesk NavisworksAutodesk RevitFirewall softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WordNavisWorks Jetstream

Job Outlook 2025-2035

Bright Outlook

O*NET flags this career as a Bright Outlook occupation: grows rapidly over the next decade.

Projected growth

+7.7%

US average: +3.5%

Job openings

9,600

per year (US)

Jobs today

181,800

in 2025 → 195,800 (2035)

Typical entry education

Bachelor's degree

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections; O*NET Bright Outlook. Read the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
High
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
High
Time spent sitting
Moderate
Working outdoors
Moderate
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
Moderate
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

This career is growing, with about 9,600 job openings expected each year through 2035 and a projected 7.7% increase in employment. The median annual wage is $134,050. Many start as technicians or junior engineers and can advance to senior engineering roles, network architect positions, or become project managers in telecommunications.

Career ladder

Often before this role

  • Telecommunications Technician
  • Network Installer
  • Junior Field Engineer

Where it can lead

  • Senior Telecommunications Engineer
  • Network Architect
  • Telecom Project Manager

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will significantly automate routine network monitoring, fault detection, and optimization tasks for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists, making operations more efficient. Their role will evolve to managing AI-driven systems, focusing on complex network design, integration, and advanced troubleshooting, demanding new skills in data analytics and machine learning. This shift will require continuous upskilling but also create new opportunities in areas like predictive maintenance and intelligent network solutions.

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Salary

$134,050

Median annual wage, BLS 2025

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum educational requirement for this position

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