How do they match: Telecommunications Engineering Specialists

  • Systems Engineer
  • Communications Systems Engineer
  • Multimedia Telecommunications Systems Integrator
  • Telecom Systems Designer
  • Telecommunication Systems Designer

  • Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.

  • Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems.
  • Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.
  • Document user support activity, such as system problems, corrective actions, resolution status, and completed equipment installations.
  • Estimate costs for system or component implementation and operation.
  • Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.
  • Implement controls to provide security for operating systems, software, and data.
  • Install, or coordinate installation of, new or modified hardware, software, or programming modules of telecommunications systems.
  • Instruct in use of voice, video, and data communications systems.
  • Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
  • Manage user access to systems and equipment through account management and password administration.
  • Monitor and analyze system performance, such as network traffic, security, and capacity.
  • Prepare system activity and performance reports.
  • Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.
  • Test and evaluate hardware and software to determine efficiency, reliability, or compatibility with existing systems.
  • Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.

  • Analyze security of systems, network, or data.
  • Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
  • Create electronic data backup to prevent loss of information.
  • Develop models of information or communications systems.
  • Evaluate new technologies or methods.
  • Identify information technology project resource requirements.
  • Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.
  • Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.