CDMA/EVDO/LTE Sr. RF Design Engineer

FES - Further Enterprise Solutions; Calabasas (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking an individual to work with a Tier-1 wireless operator on CDMA/LTE network design, optimization, and operation. The role requires RF & NW optimization skills and significant customer interaction. Candidates should have experience in cellular network systems and the use of advanced measurement tools. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team are essential. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative networking solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in design, deployment and optimization of cellular (CDMA/LTE) systems.
• Background in 3GPP and 3GPP2 protocol standards required.
• Proven problem-solving skills with hands-on experience is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Tier-1 wireless operators on CDMA/LTE design and optimization.
• Provide in-market support for CDMA/LTE network rollout.
• Interact with customers to characterize network performance.
• Use advanced tools for measuring network performance.

Skills

CDMA/LTE network design

RF & NW optimization

Communication skills

Problem solving

Programming/scripting skills

Tools

Atoll

Asset3G

QXDM

TEMS

Ethereal

Actix

Agilent

R&S

PCtel

Job description

FES- Further Enterprise Solutions a leading provider of engineering services, turnkey solutions, and software solutions, Founded in 2002 by wireless industry veterans, FES has rapidly grown to become a leading provider of innovative solutions to leading telecommunications providers and equipment manufacturers. FES is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA with branch offices through the U.S. and Canada to ensure a rapid response and face to face contact with our clients and staff.

Job Description

This engineering position requires the ability to work closely with a Tier-1 wireless operator on all aspects associated with the design, optimization and operation of CDMA/LTE network. The successful candidate should have the ability to understand technical issues related to CDMA/ LTE technologies; have RF & NW optimization skills. The candidate should be able to provide in-market support to the customer to help roll out and enhance their CDMA/LTE network. Position requires significant customer interaction and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams. The candidate must be able to work independently as well as good team player with the ability to effectively work with multi-functional engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in design, deployment and Optimization of cellular (CDMA/ LTE) systems.
• Background in 3GPP and 3GPP2 protocol standards, integration and verification, call processing, and data networks.
• Proven track record with innovative problem solving and hands‑on experience with CDMA/ LTE network design, network troubleshooting, fine‑tuning, and optimization is required.
• Ability to investigate end to end performance of CDMA/ LTE networks is preferred.
• Exposure to a wireless operator working environment is required.
• Experience with CDMA 1X/EVDO is preferred.
• Experience with data services with knowledge of protocols such as TCP/UDP/IP.
• Exposure to network planning, measurement and optimization tools such as Atoll, Asset3G, QXDM, TEMS, Ethereal, Actix, Agilent, R&S, PCtel is preferred.
• Knowledge of interworking between Intra/Inter 3GPP and 3GPP2 networks is preferred.
• Programming/scripting skills is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills are required.
• Interact with wireless Operators to investigate and characterize the performance of CDMA/LTE networks in various aspects ranging from EPC, eNode-B, User Equipment and applications.
• Use handset and network infrastructure based advanced tools to accurately measure existing and potential network performance.
• Use in-house simulation platforms with live network traffic data and develop solutions to improve network performance & efficiency.
• RF and OTA Parametric Optimization and troubleshooting involving the use of various complex data collection and post‑processing tools to assess CDMA/LTE network performance and propose solutions to problems.
• Support development of forward looking solutions to address network operator growth and expansion plans covering all network entities.
• Ability to present complex technical ideas and results to multi‑level, multi‑disciplinary internal and external audience.
• Independent as well as good team player with the ability to effectively work with multi‑functional engineering teams.

Additional Information

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