[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All AECOM jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/) · [Search jobs](/search/) AECOM · Los Angeles, CA # Senior Communications Systems Design Engineer Los Angeles, CA Senior individual contributor Design Listed on AECOM’s official careers site. Posted October 12, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on AECOM’s careers site →](https://aecom.jobs/jobs/A61F2E2BFCAF429E84AEA444BD9B4E42/job/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [AECOM](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/) / Senior Communications Systems Design Engineer ## Job description Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. ### Job Description AECOM Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Communications Systems Design Engineer in Los Angeles, Job Details: - Develop and review detailed communications sub-system designs specific to transportation systems. - Develop system-wide ductbank drawings in close coordination with the respective system disciplines. - Assist and provide working information to CAD for BIM clash detection. - Provide value engineering on communications systems-related issues, saving costs and schedule. ### Produce system design deliverables - block diagrams, riser diagrams, network diagrams, equipment layouts, cable schedules, bill of materials, and radio and optical link budgets. - Generate design reports for all phases of system design. - Author test procedures and reports in support of design verification and validation during the project life cycle. - Support and participate in the systems implementation phase of projects, including installation, testing and commissioning, cutover, record drawings, and final reports. - Author technical requirements and specifications, perform vendor bid evaluations, and support vendor selection. - Participate in the Requirements Management effort. - Support the management of System Interfaces and creation of Interface Control Documents (ICDs). - Lead technical interactions with clients, operators, and other major stakeholders. - Deliver technical training to client staff. - Author project plan documents and support cost estimates, project schedules, and budgets. - Perform technical review of other team members’ designs. - Up to 5% domestic travel required. - Telecommuting permitted up to 2 days per week. ### Qualifications Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field of study and 8 years of experience as a Systems Engineer, Design Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or in a related occupation. Alternatively, the employer will accept a Master's degree in Civil Engineering, or a related field of study and 6 years of experience as a Systems Engineer, Design Engineer, Electrical Engineer, or in a related occupation. ### Position requires experience in the following - Experience with rail and transit systems in North America - Experience in an Owner’s Engineer role - Design of IP backbone networks - Design of integrated communications systems, passenger information systems, and fire and life systems. - BIM 360 - Participating in Interface Management, Testing & Commissioning, Cutover, and Operations and Maintenance - Codes and standards applicable to rail projects, including NFPA 130, and EN 50121 - Operating within a multi-disciplinary project structure with responsibility for communications sub-systems design - AutoCAD software ### Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. _To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment._ Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $173909 to $190000. ### About AECOM AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. ### ReqID REF59820J ### Business Line Transportation ### Business Group DCS ### Strategic Business Unit West ### Career Area Engineering ### Work Location Model Hybrid ### Compensation USD 173909 - USD 190000 - yearly ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 12, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Los Angeles, CA[Apply on AECOM’s careers site →](https://aecom.jobs/jobs/A61F2E2BFCAF429E84AEA444BD9B4E42/job/) ## More jobs at AECOM ### [Bridge Design Project Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/e985cb0758f24808c419/) Los Angeles, CA ### [Senior Project Manager-Owner's Representative / Owner Advisor (Progressive Design-Build)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/de0583bbd7af7f58170d/) Los Angeles, CA ### [Water Design-Build Project Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/d020138b6e24412df029/) Los Angeles, CA ### [Architectural Project Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/169498721f503754b0e0/) Los Angeles, CA ### [Army Client Account Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aecom/jobs/e03c6911284b28d966a1/) Los Angeles, CA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Seaborne Platform Systems - Design Systems Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/36e3b5c2f65e59df0f8e/) General Dynamics · McLeansville, NC, US ### [Systems Engineer, Sr (Architecture & Design)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/f1285537d938eb805189/) Lockheed Martin · Mount Laurel, NJ ### [Systems Engineer II - Seeker Design](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/f8ad9ea9f2f68482911a/) BAE Systems · Huntsville, Alabama, United States ### [Flight Test Instrumentation Systems Design Engineer Stf](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/65070a1fe1f2fd278cb5/) Lockheed Martin · Fort Worth, TX ### [Mechanical Design Engineer - HVAC Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/trane-technologies/jobs/b323ea7974d6a14d6e5b/) Trane Technologies · Lexington, Kentucky, United States of America [Design jobs](/functions/design/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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