AFL Global

RF Field Engineer

AFL Global • $70K — $95K *
Charlotte, NC 28269In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year BS in engineering or science, or an associate's degree with 3-5 years Telecom experience
  • 1-3 years of direct experience in Telecom preferred
  • Proficiency in networking configurations and Microsoft Office
  • Understanding of RF principles and experience with various RF testing equipment
  • Ability to handle confidential information and demonstrate good judgment
  • Military experience and familiarity with Wi-Fi networks is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Configure and upgrade Small Cell and DAS networks
  • Provide training and guidance to Sales and Operations teams
  • Collaborate with internal departments to meet project goals
  • Work alongside Deployment and Construction teams to adhere to timelines
  • Assist in developing training programs for staff
  • Conduct radio engineering evaluations for system planning
  • Create and execute CW test plans and analyze test results

Benefits

  • Significant travel opportunity (up to 90%)
  • Flexibility to work from home when not traveling
  • Exposure to cutting-edge DAS/Small Cell technologies through training
  • Opportunity to train and mentor Associate Engineers
  • Potential for leadership roles in dynamic team settings
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The RF Field Engineer reports to the Director of Engineering. Responsible for wireless operator system testing, integration, and troubleshooting. This position supports technical activities for the ongoing maintenance and monitoring of wireless systems. Will work with Sales and Engineering Management to develop commercial and public safety solutions that meet client requirements. Additional duties could involve development of bill of materials, work scopes and proposals that correspond to customer requests.
Attends training classes for OEM products to learn RF principles to become very knowledgeable in all current DAS/Small Cell technologies.

Travel up to 90%.

Responsibilities
  • Configure new, and upgrade existing, Small Cell and DAS networks
  • Provide guidance and training for the Sales and Operations teams
  • Work with internal department managers as needed to meet company objectives
  • Work with Deployment and Construction counterparts to hit project timelines and goals
  • Assist Director of Engineering in development of training programs
  • Train Associate Engineers as needed to educate them on industry standards, applications, technologies and processes
  • Perform radio engineering evaluation for system planning and site acquisition
  • Use RF propagation and planning tools (IBWAVE is primary)
  • As needed, conduct and oversee field testing or managing of teams
  • Evaluate coverage problems and new service area requirements for coverage cells
  • Create CW test plans and execute testing and reporting
  • Create Benchmark/Post Installation test plans and execute collection and reporting including review of data collected to identify anomalies
  • At times, identify causes of RF interference and troubleshooting interference problems with various customers
  • Organize and conduct meetings as necessary to meet departmental objectives
  • Assist in the management of inventory and resource assignments
  • Weekly administrative activities such as time sheets and expense reports
  • Coordination and booking of all travel and mobilization arrangements to meet project timelines

Personal Qualities
  • Analytical Thinking - Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound decision
  • Conflict Management and Resolution Skills - Build consensus, anticipate and solve problems
  • Results focused - Ability to organize and manage multiple, and at time competing priorities
  • Communication Skills - Demonstrate communication skills necessary to interpret policies in situations requiring persuasion and prepare and present presentations,
  • Relationship building skills - ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce


Qualifications
  • Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and tasks
  • Excellent Customer service skills
  • Sense of urgency and thinks 3 steps ahead
  • Think critically and problem solve
  • 4-year BS (engineering or science) plus 1-3 years Telecom experience or 3-5 years minimum Telecom experience with associate's degree or related College courses
  • Proficient with general computer skills including networking configurations, Microsoft Office, and IBWAVE (current or previous iBwave certification a plus but not required)
  • Handle confidential/ sensitive information with discretion
  • Good judgment
  • Familiar with US wireless Operator testing and closeout package requirements
  • Understand RF principles
  • Familiarity with various RF/Optical/Ethernet testing equipment and diagnostics
  • Military experience is a plus
  • Understanding of Wi-Fi networks deployment, and troubleshooting a plus


Working Conditions
  • Use of standard office equipment
  • Good vision and hearing
  • Finger and wrist dexterity
  • Medium physical effort (usually lifting/moving 50+ pounds traveling with equipment cases)
  • Walking up and down stairs General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm. But ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required.
  • Work indoor/outdoor with variable conditions
  • National travel required. Position is expected to have weekly travel either driving or flying depending on location. When not traveling, employee can work from home office or closest regional AFL office.
  • Must be able to work in the United States.


About AFL Global

AFL Global is a leading provider of integrated solutions in the fiber optics industry. The company offers a wide range of products and services, including fiber optic cable, connectivity, and accessories, as well as engineering, installation, and maintenance services. AFL Global serves a variety of industries, including telecommunications, broadband, electric utility, and enterprise.
Learn more about AFL Global
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Business Services
Founded
1984
* Ladders Estimates

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