Telecommunications SME

This role is contingent upon award

Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government.

As a Telecommunications Subject Matter Expert, you will provide expert technical support for a state‑of‑the‑art 5G wireless telecommunications laboratory supporting a nationwide public safety broadband network. Your work will focus on lab equipment operation and maintenance, test plan execution, documentation, and safety compliance to ensure the lab functions as a reliable platform for network evaluation and innovation.

• Develop and maintain lab documentation including cabling diagrams, lab connectivity configurations, and user manuals to document the function and interconnection of the various assemblies and troubleshoot lab system issues.
• Complete review of test plans and test data and make recommendations for project, program, and process improvements.
• Provide and maintain detailed documentation of analyses and process steps for audit purposes; support safety audit requirements of the telecommunications lab.
• Support capital management and inventory requirements of lab equipment, including calibration support and lifecycle tracking.
• Set up and operate cellular lab test equipment including RF spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and audio quality test platforms in support of wireless telecommunications testing activities.
• Support wireless telecommunications test bench setup, test case execution, data collection, and troubleshooting.
• Apply knowledge of wireless telecommunications equipment interconnection — including Remote Radio Head Units, Baseband Units, and Cell Site Routers — to support lab configuration and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with Telecommunications Industry Association grounding and bonding standards (TIA‑607‑B) and applicable lab safety protocols.
• Support construction, maintenance, and configuration of 4G and 5G cellular equipment within the lab environment.
• Collaborate with program staff, engineers, and stakeholders to clarify lab requirements, present findings, and support technical decision making.
• Carry out our Commitments to Deliver, Grow, and Thrive.

You will work as part of a dynamic team in the Boulder, Colorado area. You will work at the client site dependent on contract requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years’ experience supporting the construction and/or maintenance of 4G and 5G cellular equipment in an operator network or in a state‑of‑the‑art 5G wireless telecommunications laboratory.
• Familiarity with the interconnection of wireless telecommunications equipment such as Remote Radio Head Units (RRHs), Baseband Units (BBUs), and Cell Site Routers (CSRs).
• Experience with wireless telecommunications test bench setup, test case execution, data collection, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with lab equipment maintenance, calibration support, and capital management inventory of lab equipment.
• Experience with the operation of cellular lab test equipment including RF spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and audio quality test platforms.
• Experience with the safety audit process of wireless telecommunications laboratories.
• Experience with Telecommunications Industry Association grounding and bonding standards TIA‑607‑B.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint to develop technical reports, documentation, and management‑ready presentations.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with a range of stakeholders, including government personnel, subject matter experts, and task managers, to clarify requirements, present findings, and support program and project decision making.

• Experience supporting federal government clients or mission‑critical public safety broadband programs in a laboratory or field environment.

Approximate Salary Estimate: $130,000- $200,000 annually

Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence.

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