Wireless Networking

 

Wireless Networking:

Wireless networking is a method for computers to share resources without the need for cables. Such resources include files, printers, Internet connections, and other devices. 

Over the last few years, wireless networking has become very common, being implemented in places such as homes, businesses, and college campuses. These networks even exist in public places such as hotels, airports, and cafes. A major reason for its popularity is the convenience of not having to run wires across a network. Nodes in a wireless network can communicate anywhere and through almost any physical barrier, thus making the possibilities of wireless networking endless.

Entry Level Jobs:

-Wireless Networking Software Development Jobs:

In this field the Software Developers create software to simulate events and test the wireless networks. These tests include testing hardware vs. software, and simulating different operating environments. Biggest requirement is the ability to find flaws with the systems. Technical skills required:

Knowledge of NT and Solaris or AIX environments

Expertise in I/O subsystems, protocols, and fibre systems

Test tool development experience

Ability to code in C and other interpretive languages

-Wireless Networking Systems Test and Integration Jobs: 

 In this field IT professionals assist in integrating the wireless products into the given environment. They also assist the testers by setting up the wireless networks they will be testing. Since there will be a lot of interaction with customers purchasing the wireless hardware as well as researching the best environments to run them under good customer service skills are required. Technical skills required:

Background in wireless networking devices

Knowledge of software and hardware systems

Experience with test and integration

Ability to test and debug in multiple environments

-Wireless Engineer:

The wireless engineer pulls the team together. They organize plan and analyze the way things are going. They also implement the system itself. One of the main skills of a wireless engineer is leadership and a broad understanding of wireless networking. Extensive lab time and internships are required to achieve this job as an entry level employee. Technical skills required:

Experience in test processing and circuit design engineering methods

Production design experience

In Addition:

The best way to gain experience is through labs and internships, this will land you a job very quickly, and increase your entry-level pay

Jobs such as Network Systems Engineer and other's were not listed because they cannot be attained at entry-level and require at least 5+ years of experience

 

Average Salaries:

Entry Level: $45,000

Permanent: $91,000

Source: Ask Jeeves

Job Opportunites:

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Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering
Boston Housing Authority

 

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