RF ENGINEER - Columbia, MD The Senior Radio Frequency Engineer is responsible for the analysis, design and enhancement of DAS wireless telecommunications networks. Responsibilities include initial system design, quoting, and preparation of close out packages. RF Engineer will interface with Project Mangers and Construction Managers. The RF Engineer will answer technical questions as well as day to day operational questions as well as assist in commissioning of DAS systems.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- Perform site walk evaluation.
- Collect walk test data and post-process.
- Design DAS system using standard accepted practices.
- Generate RF engineering related reports as required
- Help to define processes and procedures for RF engineering tasks
- Communicate RF milestones and deliverables to project management and implement plans to accomplish the milestones within budget, as required.
- Interface with Construction Managers to facilitate project implementation.
- Assist in commissioning of DAS systems
Skills & Requirements Minimum of five(5) years of RF experience; previous DAS experience a plus
Bachelors Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or Telecommunications
Proficient in set-up, calibration, and data processing of various design equipment and software.
Knowledge of iBWAVE and Pathloss
Good knowledge of system topology for CDMA and TDMA, network technologies
Excellent knowledge of the main equipment vendors such as Andrews, MobileAccess, Tyco, etc.
Nortel/Nokia GSM/TDMA/CDMA/UMTS Wireless Network Optimization Certification a plus
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Minimum of five (5) years of RF experience
Bachelors Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or Telecommunications
PRESENTATION SKILLS Ability to make oral group presentations to influence others to accept a specific opinion, action, etc.; to provide information or explain procedures, policies, etc.
COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of MS Office Suite. Possessing the ability to prepare business correspondence and reports, also basic knowledge of chart, graph and table formatting.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
TRAVEL The travel required for this position is 25%.
