Asst Manager/Manager (Cellular and RF Management)

IMD Info-communications Media Development Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SGNIC Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of IMDA, is seeking an RF Spectrum Manager to oversee radio frequency spectrum management, perform technical studies, and support major national events. The role requires on-site RF measurements, collaboration with government bodies and operators, and ongoing protection of wireless services in Singapore.

The ideal candidate has a telecommunications degree or diploma with substantial RF experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications or related field; 5+ years (or diploma with 8+ years) of relevant experience.
• Strong RF knowledge with understanding of cellular, UAV, radio links.
• Proficient in MS Office and related productivity tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Team player who is proactive, meticulous and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform in depth technical studies, analysis and investigation in the RF domain (cellular audits, RF interference investigations, co-existence resolutions, RF radiation analysis).
• Conduct on-site RF tasks independently, including measurements and engagement with stakeholders.
• Plan and execute National Events in RF domain to ensure interference-free operation of wireless services.
• Assess wireless technologies to support IMDA Licensing for coexistence and interference control.
• Be on 24/7 standby; perform RF investigations during odd hours when needed.
• Oversee operations and maintenance of spectrum management systems and RF equipment; coordinate with vendors.

Skills

RF domain knowledge

Cellular transceivers

UAV

Radio links

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications

Diploma in Telecommunications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

[What the role is]

The Singapore Network Information Centre (SGNIC) Pte Ltd is a subsidiary of the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). SGNIC Pte Ltd is committed to providing Internet registry and information services in an efficient, effective and reliable manner to enhance the security, stability and resilience of the Internet Domain Name System (DNS) infrastructure in Singapore, as well as to be a trusted outsource provider for telecommunications related operations.

Telecom and Programmes Management (TPM) is a business unit under SGNIC that manages Singapore's telecommunications landscape, covering radio surveillance, mobile network quality of service monitoring, numbering administration, and ship station licensing.

In this role, you will focus specifically on managing and safeguarding the radio frequency spectrum through technical studies, investigations, on-site measurements, and assessments of wireless technologies. The role also involves supporting major national events, overseeing spectrum management systems and RF equipment, and managing RF-related projects.

[What you will be working on]

• Perform in depth technical studies, analysis and investigation in the radio frequency (“RF”) domain proficiently e.g. cellular network coverage/performance audits & measurements, RF interference investigations & solutions, RF co-existence resolutions, RF radiation analysis etc.
• Perform on-site RF related tasks independently e.g. RF measurements and investigation; includes the engagement with other government bodies, mobile network operators, key partners, Members of Public etc.
• Planning and executions of National Events (NDP, SGP F1 etc.) in the RF domain to ensure the RF spectrums are threat-free and interference-free for wireless services to be operable
• Perform technical assessments on a wide array of wireless technologies in support of IMDA Licensing to ensure co-existence and interference-free environment in Singapore
• Able to be on 24/7 standby and if necessary, may be required to perform RF investigations during odd hours especially for time critical situations
• Oversees the operations and maintenance of IMDA’s spectrum management/monitoring systems and RF equipment; includes the preparation of procurement contracts and coordination with external vendors
• Project managements on RF related projects including the project kick-off to the completion of acceptance tests, as needed
• Perform administrative tasks in support of the team and division’s core functions, as needed

[What we are looking for]

• Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications or relevant discipline with at least 5 years of experience OR diploma with more than 8 years of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge in the RF domain and characteristics of the common RF systems e.g. cellular transceivers, UAV, radio links etc.
• Proficient in office productivity software etc.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong conceptual and analytical skills
• Having a Class 3 driver’s license is an added advantage
• A good team player that is pro‑active, initiative, meticulous, responsible and positive regardless of challenges

The position offered will be commensurate with experience.Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.