DAS Field Engineer — Lead Network Performance

Boingo Wireless; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Boingo Wireless is seeking a Field Engineer to own a portfolio of DAS networks at venues. You will ensure systems run smoothly, coordinate with partners, and enhance performance using RF, fiber, and DAS techniques.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in DAS/Cellular field engineering, know OEM benchmarks, and can manage subcontractors remotely. Travel within the Pacific Northwest is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on DAS/Cellular Field Engineer experience.
• Familiar with DAS OEMs (CommScope, JMA, Corning Mobile Access, SOLiD) and performance benchmarks.
• Experience remotely managing subcontractors across large regions.
• Able to read RF schematics (iBwave / Ekahau) and blueprints.
• Proficient in updating reports and trouble tickets.
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs, work outdoors, on ladders, and in confined spaces.
• Certifications in test equipment (e.g., Anritsu Sweep Master) and connector/coring techniques.
• Basic LAN Layer 1 & 2 troubleshooting, including Cisco CLI.
• Willingness to travel within the Pacific Northwest up to a week.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement for venues, ensuring cost efficiency and budget adherence for hardware and subcontractor labor.
• Optimize network performance by partnering with system integrators and deployment teams during commissioning and integration.
• Review and approve system integrator reports, ensuring carrier KPI compliance.
• Analyze system health data (Layer 3 messaging KPIs, carrier RAN metrics) and perform QC checks.
• Perform routine health checks, preventive maintenance, and align performance with turn-up standards.
• Generate internal and external performance reports for stakeholders.
• Conduct system testing (RF sweep, fiber testing, PIM, handset testing).
• Remotely monitor venues, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate subcontractor dispatch as needed.
• Build relationships with service providers to improve performance through data analysis.
• Perform benchmark testing, RF site surveys, and create as-builts for venues.
• Execute system modifications and additions (DAS, Small Cell, Wi-Fi), rack stacking, cable routing.
• Work with hand/power tools, PPC compression tools, Cat5/6 terminations, RF test equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of wireless products and ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

DAS

Field Engineer

Subcontractor mgmt

RF troubleshooting

iBwave

Ekahau

Commissioning

Safety compliance

Construction drawings

Tools

Anritsu Sweep Master

Cisco CLI

Job description

Boingo Wireless is seeking a Field Engineer to own a portfolio of DAS networks at venues. You will ensure systems run smoothly, coordinate with partners, and enhance performance using RF, fiber, and DAS techniques.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in DAS/Cellular field engineering, know OEM benchmarks, and can manage subcontractors remotely. Travel within the Pacific Northwest is required.