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  1. Occupations
  2. Telecommunications Engineering Specialists

Telecommunications Engineering Specialists

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

SOC: 15-1241.01

Common Job Titles

  • Communications Engineer
  • Engineer
  • Infrastructure Engineer
  • Telecommunications Consultant (Telecom Consultant)

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Telecommunications Engineering Specialists (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

177,010

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $79,520. 25th percentile: U.S. $102,120. 50th percentile: U.S. $130,390. 75th percentile: U.S. $164,440. 90th percentile: U.S. $198,030. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$79,520
10% of workers earn the following or more$198,030
Workers on average earn$135,890

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Telecommunications4.9/5
  • Engineering and Technology4.0/5
  • Computers and Electronics4.0/5
  • English Language3.6/5
  • Mathematics3.6/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Apache Kafka
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft PowerShell
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle Java
  • Perl
  • Python
  • Shell script
  • Structured query language SQL
  • UNIX

Technology Skills

  • 2AB iLock Security Services
  • Access management software
  • Antivirus software
  • Avaya Identity Engines
  • Call accounting software
  • Cisco Systems Cisco Traffic Analyzer
  • Computer aided design CAD software
  • Firewall software
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Aerial bucket trucks
  • Amplifier probes
  • Cable analyzers
  • Cable cutters
  • Cable plows
  • Cable tie guns
  • Circuit testers
  • Coaxial cable testers
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

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Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

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  • Computer Network Support Specialists 15-1231.00
  • Software Developers 15-1252.00
  • Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers 49-2022.00
  • Computer Systems Engineers/Architects 15-1299.08

Moderately Similar

  • Network and Computer Systems Administrators 15-1244.00
  • Computer Systems Analysts 15-1211.00
  • Electronics Engineers, Except Computer 17-2072.00
  • Information Security Engineers 15-1299.05
  • Radio, Cellular, and Tower Equipment Installers and Repairers 49-2021.00

Related

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians 17-3023.00
  • Computer User Support Specialists 15-1232.00
  • Radio Frequency Identification Device Specialists 17-2072.01
  • Information Security Analysts 15-1212.00
  • Computer Hardware Engineers 17-2061.00
  • Database Administrators 15-1242.00
  • Computer and Information Systems Managers 11-3021.00
  • Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers 49-9052.00
  • Broadcast Technicians 27-4012.00
  • Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers 49-2097.00

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Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

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