Network Engineer

Ash Group; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

4% 401(k) with immediate vesting after

Hybrid work in Bellevue

Job summary

The Ash Group is seeking a Network Engineer for a 12-month contract in Bellevue, WA. You will perform integration, certification, and implementation of 4G LTE/5G tech into customers’ labs and first market applications, operating in a hybrid Bellevue setting.

You’ll demonstrate new functionality, support pre-commercial products, and coordinate with the CPM, customer, and EU to resolve issues and define scope, timelines, and deliverables. Strong RF/RAN background and hands-on testing are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience is a must.
• Strong UE knowledge with tools such as QXDM/QCAT, XCAP, Locktool, XCAL, Wireshark.
• Experience with NSA (LTE) and SA (5G) architectures.
• Strong background in RF and RAN.
• Knowledge of Layer 1/2/3 logs, including trace collection and analysis.
• Familiarity with EPS fallback.
• Understanding of 3GPP standards and features.
• Experience testing hardware and/or software features.

Responsibilities

• Perform integration, certification, and implementation of 4G LTE/5G technology into customers’ lab facilities and first market applications.
• Demonstrate new functionality and SW/HW capabilities.
• Perform proof of concept with customers for pre-commercial products and next generation RAN equipment.
• Support NPI projects involving integration, configuration, features, and testing on roadmap portfolio for BBU and Radios.
• Resolve technical issues and serve as point of contact with CPM, customer, and EU.
• Participate in lab testing and define scope, resources, and timeline with the delivery manager.
• Execute Test Object List (TOL).
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems in existing networks.

Skills

5+ years exp

UE testing

RF/RAN

LTE/5G knowledge

Tools

QXDM/QCAT

XCAP

Locktool

XCAL

Wireshark

Job description

*** US Citizens or Green Card Holder Only. No C2C or 3rd Parties ***

Summary

The Ash Group is hiring a Network Engineer (24677) for our client, a world-renowned telecommunications company providing the technology and equipment that enables global mobile connectivity and 4G/5G networks. This is a 12-month contract position working in Bellevue, WA (Hybrid). We are offering a pay rate up to $66/hr W2 based on skill set.

• Compensation: Up to $66/hr W2 based on skill set
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting.
• Duration: 12-month contract
• Location: Bellevue, WA (Hybrid)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform integration, certification, and implementation of 4G LTE/5G technology into customers’ lab facilities and first market application(s).
• Demonstration of new functionality, and SW/HW capabilities.
• Perform proof of concept with customers for pre-commercial products and next generation Radio access technology equipment.
• Support NPI project, involving integration, configuration, features and functionalities, troubleshooting, inconsistences, and testing on roadmap portfolio for BBU (baseband units), and Radios on different technologies/bands operation.
• Resolve technical issues and serve as point of contact towards the Customer Project Manager (CPM), customer, and the EU throughout the project.
• Participate in lab testing, working closely with the delivery manager and customer to define the scope of work, resource plan and timeline.
• Execute Test Object List (TOL).
• Troubleshoot, investigate and resolve technical problems in existing networks.
• Prepare and present reports for customer acceptance.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience is a must
• Strong UE (User Equipment) knowledge with tools such as QXDM/QCAT, XCAP, Locktool, XCAL, Wireshark
• Experience with NSA (LTE) and SA (5G) architectures
• Strong background in RF and RAN
• Knowledge of Layer 1/2/3 logs, including trace collection and analysis
• Familiarity with EPS fallback
• Understanding of 3GPP standards and features
• Experience testing hardware and/or software features