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# Lead Communications Systems Engineer - Team Lead (LMR/P25)

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Washington, DC, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $108,160.0 - $135,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Interoperability, Computer Networking Systems, Software Troubleshooting, SC Clearance
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.insightglobal.com/jobs/find_a_job/district-of-columbia/washington/lead-communications-systems-engineer-team-lead-lmr-p25-/job-557188/

## About the Role

* 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.

## Description

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


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