RF Engineer III - Modernization (20290)

FES - Further Enterprise Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an RF Engineer to maximize GSM and UMTS network performance in Jacksonville, Florida. You will be responsible for network implementation, optimization, and monitoring performance metrics. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and a strong background in RF principles and engineering tools. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential. Join us to provide top-tier engineering support and contribute to our clients' success in telecommunications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an RF Engineer or related position required.
• Ability to manage workflow based on management priorities.
• Interface with cross-functional teams for support.

Responsibilities

• Maximize coverage and performance of GSM and UMTS radio network.
• Implementation of new features and network parameter optimization.
• Monitoring and review of radio network KPIs.
• Provide Engineering Support to Sales/Customers.

Skills

RF propagation principles

cellular theory

RF engineering tools

antenna theory

driving test units

FCC and FAA filings

strong written and verbal skills

computer skills (UNIX, Oracle DB, Excel macros, SQL)

MapInfo skills

self-motivated

Education

BS in Engineering or equivalent technical degree

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

Uses solid RF Engineering principles and planning tools to maximize coverage, capacity, and performance of GSM and UMTS radio network. Implementation of new features and network parameter optimization. Routine monitoring and review of radio network KPI. Work with other engineers and operations to address discovered issues. Participation with federal, state and local jurisdictions to insure regulatory and zoning compliance. Provide Engineering Support to Sales / Customers. Evaluates capacity requirements of radio network and works with other departments to meet growth needs.

Qualifications

An RF Engineer must use creativity and sound judgment to provide the proper design and optimization of the portion of the network assigned to them.

An RF Engineer also has flexibility in managing their workflow on a daily basis. They need to use their discretion on how much time to spend on a task based on the priority set by management.

An RF Engineer must have the ability to interface with cross-functional team members to gain the support required to accomplish their assignments.

• Solid understanding of RF propagation principles, cellular theory, RF engineering tools and antenna theory.
• Experience with various drive test units.
• Previous experience with FCC and FAA filings and zoning meetings are preferable.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills. UNIX, Oracle DB, Excel macros and SQL programming a plus.
• Moderate MapInfo skills
• Driving record is within company compliance
• Self-motivated and ability to work under pressure.

Education and Experience

• 5+ years as a RF Engineer or related position
• BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology or equivalent technical degree; or equivalent work experience required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.