Telecommunications Engineering Specialists
Information Technology · Network Systems
Pay and outlook shown for
New workers start near $80,030; experienced workers reach $169,670. About 720 people do this job in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX.
Job outlook
Alamo region (San Antonio and 12 surrounding counties), Texas Workforce Commission projection 2024 to 2034; U.S. figures from the BLS.
- Employment change
- +30.3%
- Openings a year
- 78
- Employed in 2024
- 912
Typical entry education: Bachelor's degree · Experience: 5 years or more
Alamo Colleges programs that lead here
13 programs, with the college that teaches each.
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Level 1 Certificate
Cloud Computing, A.A.S.
CompTIA Linux+ Certification Preparation (OSA)
Network Administration Technology, A.A.S.
Cloud Computing - Bachelor of Applied Technology
Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Network Administrator
Network and Cloud Architecture
Computer Information Systems
Information Assurance and Cybersecurity
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Apply to Alamo CollegesSkills this career uses
The skills O*NET rates most important for the job, with how much of each the work needs on a 1 to 7 scale.
- Reading Comprehension3.9
- Active Listening3.9
- Critical Thinking3.8
- Active Learning3.8
- Writing3.8
- Speaking3.6
- Complex Problem Solving3.4
- Systems Analysis3.3
What the work is
Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.
- Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
- Estimate costs for system or component implementation and operation.
- Develop, maintain, or implement telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
- Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.
- Provide user support by diagnosing network and device problems and implementing technical or procedural solutions.
- Prepare system activity and performance reports.
Education people in this job have
Share of workers by highest education, from O*NET surveys. It shows what others did, not what you must do.
- High school or less5%
- Certificate24%
- Some college14%
- Associate degree14%
- Bachelor's degree33%
- Master's degree5%
- Doctoral or professional5%
Job zone 3, medium preparation: Training, an associate degree, or a few years of related experience.
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