Drive Test RF Technician – 5G & Field Data Expert (Travel)

Circet USA; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Circet USA is seeking a Drive Test Technician to execute mobile and stationary RF testing and collect field data to optimize wireless network performance across 5G technologies. This role requires 100% travel and supports engineering teams with data-driven insights.

Qualified candidates will have 1–3 years of RF testing or field technician experience, familiarity with TEMS software, and strong computer skills; a valid U.S. driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• RF testing or field technician experience (1–3 years).
• Familiarity with LTE, VoLTE, CDMA, 5G, MIMO, Carrier Aggregation.
• Must have valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel 100% and work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Experience with TEMS software; ability to troubleshoot swap sectors, handovers, and dropped calls.

Responsibilities

• Drive Testing: Operate drive test equipment (e.g., TEMS Pocket, X-CAL, QXDM) in vehicles or on foot to collect RF data across designated routes and clusters.
• Perform a Speed Test.
• Data Collection & Upload: Capture logs for RSRP, SINR, PCI, throughput, and scanner data; upload results to centralized servers for post-processing.
• Follow the test file naming conventions.
• Reporting: Communicate with Circet and client contacts throughout the process and escalate issues as necessary.

Skills

RF testing

Field technician experience

Data collection

Troubleshooting

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certifications preferred

Tools

TEMS Pocket

X-CAL

QXDM

Job description

Circet USA is seeking a Drive Test Technician to execute mobile and stationary RF testing and collect field data to optimize wireless network performance across 5G technologies. This role requires 100% travel and supports engineering teams with data-driven insights.

Qualified candidates will have 1–3 years of RF testing or field technician experience, familiarity with TEMS software, and strong computer skills; a valid U.S. driver’s license is required.