Lead Communications Systems Engineer - Team Lead (LMR/P25)
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Insight Global is seeking a Lead Communications Systems Engineer to oversee the deployment, maintenance, and operational support of mission-critical communications systems. This role will provide technical leadership for communications infrastructure supporting daily operations and high-profile events while coordinating technicians, deployments, equipment readiness, and troubleshooting efforts.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in LMR and P25 systems, thrives in fast-moving and occasionally chaotic environments, and can quickly assess technical issues to develop practical solutions. This individual will serve as a senior technical resource responsible for ensuring communications systems remain operational, reliable, and mission-ready.
Responsibilities:
- Lead deployment and support of communications infrastructure and equipment
- Oversee troubleshooting and resolution of complex communications issues
- Coordinate communications support for operational events and field activities
- Provide technical guidance to technicians and operational stakeholders
- Support P25 radio systems, interoperability efforts, and communications planning
- Manage equipment readiness, inventory, and deployment planning
- Develop and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures
- Assist with infrastructure modernization and communications system improvements
Requirements
- 7+ years supporting telecommunications, communications infrastructure, or LMR systems
- Experience leading communications deployments, installations, or operational support efforts
- Experience supporting P25 communications environments
- Experience managing communications infrastructure, radio systems, and network-connected devices
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills
- Experience coordinating multiple projects, deployments, or technical teams
- Experience working in fast-moving operational environments
- Ability to make technical decisions with limited information and changing requirements
- Eligibility to obtain DHS Public Trust clearance and pass financial/criminal background checks.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Experience with Motorola ASTRO 25 infrastructure
- Experience supporting P25 trunked and conventional systems
- Experience with radio provisioning, interoperability testing, alignment, and system troubleshooting
- Experience with Cisco networking equipment
- Experience supporting emergency response, federal government, public safety or defense missions
- Experience with RF, UHF/VHF, satellite communications, or telecommunications infrastructure
- Experience developing SOPs, documentation, or technical training
- Project coordination or technical leadership experience
- Active DHS Public Trust, Secret Clearance, or prior federal clearance.
Benefits & conditions
$60hr to $72hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law., Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
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