Telecommunications Engineering Specialists
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.
Median pay: $134,050/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +11.9% projected growth, 2024–2034 — much faster than average.
About 11,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.
• Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.
• 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.
• Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.
• Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems.
• Develop, maintain, or implement telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.
• Inspect sites to determine physical configuration, such as device locations and conduit pathways.
What's the median pay for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists?
The median pay for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists is $134,050 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists?
Employment for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists is projected to change +11.9% from 2024 to 2034 - much faster than average.
What education is typically required for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists?
About 11,200 openings per year, on average, over the decade.