RF Drive Test Engineer: LTE/5G Field Data Collection

SWI; Columbus, Harrisburg (OH, Dauphin County); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SWI is seeking an RF Data Collection Engineer (Drive Tester) to lead drive test campaigns across Columbus, OH and Harrisburg, PA, deploying RF testing tools such as XCAL and TEMS, collecting LTE/5G data, and performing post-processing validation.

The role emphasizes field testing, signal propagation analysis, and collaboration with RF optimization teams, with on-site work and immediate engagement. Prior telecom field testing experience and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifikationen

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 2+ years of progressive professional hands-on experience in RF engineering, wireless network testing, and drive test execution.
• Strong, demonstrative operational expertise in operating advanced RF testing tools such as XCAL, TEMS, or equivalent industry platforms.
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in cellular network technologies including LTE, 5G, and CDMA/GSM.
• Deep practical experience in field data collection, logfile analysis, and radio frequency performance benchmarking.
• Solid practical grasp of GPS mapping software, scanner hardware, mobile testing handsets, and inverter power systems.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving aptitude, attention to detail, and professional stakeholder communication skills.
• Mandatory legal work authorization, valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, and physical availability for on-site field operations in Columbus, OH and Harrisburg, PA.

Aufgaben

• Execute comprehensive RF drive testing and walk testing campaigns across Columbus, OH and Harrisburg, PA to measure wireless network coverage and quality.
• Deploy, configure, and operate industry-standard RF data collection tools including XCAL, TEMS Discovery, and similar radio frequency testing software.
• Monitor, record, and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for LTE, 5G NR, and legacy mobile network air interfaces.
• Perform accurate geolocation logging, antenna alignment checks, and signal propagation parameter verification during field audits.
• Identify, document, and report RF coverage holes, dropped call clusters, handover failures, and pilot pollution anomalies.
• Collaborate seamlessly with RF optimization engineers, network planners, and project managers during drive test data post-processing.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, vehicle compliance regulations, and equipment maintenance schedules during field operations.
• Maintain meticulous field logs, drive test routing records, logfile archives, and daily progress reporting runbooks.

Kenntnisse

RF testing

Drive testing

LTE/5G

GPS mapping

TEMS XCAL

Data logging

Field deployment

Driver's license

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a related field

Tools

XTAL

TEMS Discovery

TEMS Investigation

Actix

WindCatcher

Jobbeschreibung

SWI is seeking an RF Data Collection Engineer (Drive Tester) to lead drive test campaigns across Columbus, OH and Harrisburg, PA, deploying RF testing tools such as XCAL and TEMS, collecting LTE/5G data, and performing post-processing validation.

The role emphasizes field testing, signal propagation analysis, and collaboration with RF optimization teams, with on-site work and immediate engagement. Prior telecom field testing experience and a valid driver's license are required.