Insight Global
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Base pay range $45.00/hr - $65.00/hr
Insight Global is seeking a
5G Packet Core Engineer.
This is a hybrid work opportunity with the ability to work
three days a week onsite in McLean, VA.
Job Description:
Core Network Testing & Validation
Execute end-to-end functional, integration, and performance testing of 4G/5G packet core networks.
Validate call flows, mobility procedures, session management, and policy enforcement across AMF, SMF, UPF, PCF.
Test interworking scenarios between 4G EPC and 5G Core.
Debug/analyze protocol issues (NAS, NGAP, GTP-U, Diameter, HTTP/2, SBI).
Verify QoS, slicing, and policy enforcement features.
Lab & Field Support
Set up, configure, and maintain lab environments (UEs, gNBs, simulators, core elements).
Conduct field validation (drive tests, device onboarding, throughput testing).
Work with vendors (Mavenir, Druid, others) to troubleshoot defects.
Integration & Automation
Support integration of packet core with RAN and transport systems.
Provide feedback to improve CI/CD pipelines.
Documentation & Reporting
Deliver detailed test plans, logs, and results.
Document troubleshooting procedures and configurations.
Prepare reports and recommendations for fixes and optimizations.
Operational Support
Support network upgrades, patches, and configuration changes.
Participate in root cause analysis for outages.
Provide training and knowledge transfer to internal teams.
Contractor Qualifications:
Minimum 5–7 years of hands-on experience with packet core (EPC/5GC).
Strong knowledge of 3GPP standards (Release 15–18).
Experience with Mavenir, Druid, or equivalent cores.
Proficiency with Wireshark, tcpdump, and other analysis tools.
Familiarity with Spirent Landslide, Keysight, IXIA, Viavi, CMX 500, or equivalent.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Work Schedule:
Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite at Tysons Corner, VA or Ellenwood, GA, 2 days remote.
Travel may be required - 10%.
Standard business hours with occasional after-hours support for critical testing or upgrades.
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Base pay range $45.00/hr - $65.00/hr
Insight Global is seeking a
5G Packet Core Engineer.
This is a hybrid work opportunity with the ability to work
three days a week onsite in McLean, VA.
Job Description:
Core Network Testing & Validation
Execute end-to-end functional, integration, and performance testing of 4G/5G packet core networks.
Validate call flows, mobility procedures, session management, and policy enforcement across AMF, SMF, UPF, PCF.
Test interworking scenarios between 4G EPC and 5G Core.
Debug/analyze protocol issues (NAS, NGAP, GTP-U, Diameter, HTTP/2, SBI).
Verify QoS, slicing, and policy enforcement features.
Lab & Field Support
Set up, configure, and maintain lab environments (UEs, gNBs, simulators, core elements).
Conduct field validation (drive tests, device onboarding, throughput testing).
Work with vendors (Mavenir, Druid, others) to troubleshoot defects.
Integration & Automation
Support integration of packet core with RAN and transport systems.
Provide feedback to improve CI/CD pipelines.
Documentation & Reporting
Deliver detailed test plans, logs, and results.
Document troubleshooting procedures and configurations.
Prepare reports and recommendations for fixes and optimizations.
Operational Support
Support network upgrades, patches, and configuration changes.
Participate in root cause analysis for outages.
Provide training and knowledge transfer to internal teams.
Contractor Qualifications:
Minimum 5–7 years of hands-on experience with packet core (EPC/5GC).
Strong knowledge of 3GPP standards (Release 15–18).
Experience with Mavenir, Druid, or equivalent cores.
Proficiency with Wireshark, tcpdump, and other analysis tools.
Familiarity with Spirent Landslide, Keysight, IXIA, Viavi, CMX 500, or equivalent.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Work Schedule:
Hybrid schedule: 3 days onsite at Tysons Corner, VA or Ellenwood, GA, 2 days remote.
Travel may be required - 10%.
Standard business hours with occasional after-hours support for critical testing or upgrades.
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