MS55286 - RF Engineer

If you cannot be on PeopleSourcer's payroll as a w-2, please do not apply to this position.

The RF Engineer contributes to the RF Design of the regional wireless network including but not limited to:

Search area issuance, candidate assessment, and approvals within assigned area of responsibility.

Redesign of mature network areas to maximize performance and minimize capacity constraints.

Performing Macro/Micro Cell Design including antenna selection and placement. In-Depth understanding of antenna design and RF propagation theory.

Partnering with System Performance to improve network performance for existing and emerging technologies.

Preparing timely FCC/FAA and FAS submissions.

Conducting data analysis of switch statistics and drive data by conducting drive testing for potential sites, new site integration, and system optimization.

Performing radio engineering evaluation for system planning and site acquisition.

Ability to use RF propagation and planning tools.

Conducting and overseeing field tests for potential sites.

Planning frequency assignments and identifying technical parameters for network growth.

Planning near term integration of new technologies for first applications in the network.

Identifying causes of RF interference and troubleshooting interference problems with system performance.

Attending and presenting testimony at zoning hearings in support of new cell site proposals.

Contributing in the development of long term build plans. Utilizing knowledge of LTE, CDMA, EVDO and microwave to contribute in network design.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent work experience required.

Master's degree a plus

A minimum of 3 years of experience in the cellular or telecommunications industry

Demonstrated knowledge in several of the following platforms and/or technologies

System Design including: LTE, CDMA, EVDO

Voice cells infrastructure including: E///, Lucent and Motorola

Telecom experience including: T1, DACS, OMP

Digital Communications including: DS1, DS3, Fiber, ISDN

Wireless data service including: LTE, CDMA 2000, CSD

Proficient in office computer applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access, MapInfo, GeoPlan

Excellent analytic, interpersonal, and communication skills

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Ability to perform with general guidance and a thorough understanding of the job and the department's expectations and goals

Decision making skills (making appropriate use of available information and data, making sound decisions with minimal support from Manager, and being responsible for specific projects or definable portions of larger projects or processes)

Leadership skills - commitment to excellence, demonstrating company values and policies, initiating action, accepting responsibility for results, and making quality decisions

Flexible to attempt alternate solutions to resolve issues and seamlessly adjust to a dynamic, changing business environment

Superior organizational and project planning skills

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, listening attentively, applying appropriate grammar, and integrating large volumes of information from multiple sources

Occasional night or weekend work as needed

Programming background a plus