Telecommunications Engineering Specialists
Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.
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.
| Metric | U.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
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 & Equipment
- Aerial bucket trucks
- Amplifier probes
- Cable analyzers
- Cable cutters
- Cable plows
- Cable tie guns
- Circuit testers
- Coaxial cable testers