Remote Communications Engineer Jobs
Remote Communications Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed defense contractors, and technology companies building out distributed infrastructure teams. Sectors hiring right now include telecommunications, defense, and enterprise software, with employers like SMA AMERICA, KPMG, and Viasat actively posting remote openings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Responsibilities:
Technical Design & Engineering
- Wireless & RF Modeling: Design and model LMR and DAS networks using industry-standard tools (iBwave preferred). Conduct RF propagation analysis, link budget calculations, and interference analysis.
- Security System Architecture: Serve as a SME for Physical Security systems, including Access Control (ACS), Video Surveillance (SVS/CCTV), and intrusion detection.
- Documentation: Develop and approve comprehensive design packages, including antenna placement, equipment selection, cabling diagrams, bills of materials (BOM), and as-built drawings.
- Software Proficiency: Utilize Bluebeam Revu, and iBwave to develop and review technical markups and design documentation.
- End-to-End Oversight: Lead projects through the design, procurement, and installation phases, providing technical support to Project Management and Field teams.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure all designs comply with federal, state, and local codes (NFPA), as well as FCC licensing requirements and industry best practices.
- Site Validation: Perform site surveys to validate RF designs, troubleshoot existing systems, and implement quality control audits to ensure high-standard deliverables.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients, vendors, and cross-functional internal teams.
- Communication: Attend weekly stakeholder meetings to provide technical updates, communicate design requirements, and manage project deadlines.
- Mentorship: Provide guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative environment through effective task delegation and technical coaching.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred
- Minimum of 5 years in LMR/DAS design and RF engineering and a minimum of 3 years of experience in physical security system design or project management.
- Proven expertise in DMR/LMR technologies, alongside deep knowledge of Access Control and Video Management Systems.
- High proficiency in Bluebeam.
- PMP, CPP, CSPM, or industry certified
- Hands-on experience with Motorola Solutions (MOTOTRBO), C•CURE, Axis, or FLIR.
- Advanced experience in iBwave commissioning and optimization or similar RF design and modeling tool.
- Industry Standards: Familiarity with LEED, CPTED, and Fire/Life Safety codes.
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KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries comply with all local/state regulations in regard to displaying pay rate ranges. The pay rate range(s) displayed is/are specifically for those contracted who will perform work in or reside in the location(s) listed, if selected for the role. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including market data, ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD, technology), and specific location, for example. Additionally, applicants may be required to apply and become employed by a service provider utilized by KPMG, and final pay rate(s) and/or eligibility for additional benefits may be determined by such provider.
KPMG LLP, its subsidiaries, and its agency service providers (including, but not limited to, MBO Partners Inc., Magnit LLC, and TalentBurst Inc.) are equal opportunity employers/contractors. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, pregnancy, veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pay Rate Range
75 - 90 USD hourly
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote communications engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, communications engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with RF systems, network protocols, or telecommunications infrastructure
- Proficiency with tools such as MATLAB, Cisco IOS, Wireshark, or spectrum analysis equipment
- Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one
- Familiarity with industry standards including IEEE, MIL-STD, or ITU regulations
- Experience reading and producing system design documentation, link budgets, or network diagrams
Tips for Your Remote Communications Engineer Job Search
Show async communication skills up front
Remote communications engineer hiring managers screen for written clarity before anything else. Include a brief written summary of a past technical project in your application materials, one that shows you can explain complex systems without a whiteboard or real-time back-and-forth.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote communications engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through location-based listings that don't apply to you.
Build a portfolio of documented technical work
Remote employers can't walk a lab floor with you, so your portfolio carries more weight than it would on-site. Document RF link budget calculations, network architecture decisions, or signal analysis you've done and make them reviewable before the interview.
Prepare for asynchronous technical interviews
Many remote communications engineer interviews include a take-home technical exercise or an asynchronous video screen. Practice explaining your design choices in writing and in short recorded walkthroughs, since remote teams evaluate how you communicate without live prompting.
Remote Communications Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote communications engineer job?
Remote communications engineer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate self-direction, strong written communication, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems without in-person support. Remote employers screen for proficiency in tools like RF simulation software, network monitoring platforms, and collaborative documentation systems. Showing a history of working independently on technical projects, contributing to distributed teams, or delivering results with minimal oversight gives you a clear edge over candidates without remote experience.
Which companies hire remote communications engineers?
Companies hiring remote communications engineers right now include SMA AMERICA, KPMG, and Viasat, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role concentrate at remote-first technology firms, distributed defense and aerospace contractors, and enterprise telecommunications companies that operate infrastructure across multiple sites and time zones.
Can you get a remote communications engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level communications engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without on-site mentorship. Your best path in is through smaller remote-first technology companies or government contractors that hire junior engineers for defined, scoped projects. A strong portfolio showing RF design work, network configurations, or hands-on lab projects, combined with certifications like CompTIA Network+ or a relevant FCC license, can substitute for formal work history.
Do you need a degree for remote communications engineer jobs?
Usually, but remote employers weigh demonstrated technical skills and results alongside formal credentials for communications engineers. Many postings require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or a related field, but employers also consider candidates who hold relevant certifications, have built out real communications systems, or bring verifiable project outcomes. Remote roles place extra weight on written communication skills and your ability to document technical decisions clearly, which you can show through a portfolio or prior remote work.
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