RF Field Engineer - DAS Maintenance

C Squared Systems Llc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

C Squared Systems Llc in Des Moines, IA, is seeking an experienced RF Field Engineer to support DAS maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and ongoing performance across an assigned region. This field-based role requires a highly motivated, self-sufficient individual who can independently manage maintenance activities and maintain strong customer relationships at customer facilities.

We value individuals who take ownership, show initiative, and contribute to the company's long-term

Qualifications

• 3+ years in DAS, RF systems, or wireless telecommunications.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting active DAS equipment from noted manufacturers.
• Experience with RF test equipment, coaxial testing, CAT6A, and fiber optic testing.
• Strong understanding of DAS commissioning, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to coordinate with customers, vendors, engineers, technicians and other personnel.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• DAS Maintenance & Troubleshooting: quarterly preventative maintenance, health checks, alarm cleanup, and issue resolution.
• Alarm Response & Emergency Service: respond to alarms, tickets, and dispatches with next-business-day onsite support.
• Commissioning & Installation: support DAS commissioning, upgrades, installation, and testing.
• RF & Infrastructure Testing: perform RF, coaxial, CAT6A, and fiber testing to identify issues.
• Spare Parts & RMAs: track inventory and coordinate replacements through completion.
• Vendor & Customer Coordination: escort vendors and service providers, coordinate maintenance with tech and non-tech resources.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain service records and provide customer reports.
• Customer Relations: act as onsite representative and maintain professional service standards.
• Work Management: prioritize tickets, schedules, and follow-ups to ensure timely completion.

Skills

DAS experience

RF systems

Independent fieldwork

Customer service

Documentation

Driver's license

Tools

RF test equipment

Coaxial cable testing

Fiber optic testing

CAT6A certification

Job description

Location: Des Moines, IA– Field-Based (Local Candidates Required)

Employment Type:Full-Time Travel:Up to 50%

Position Summary

C Squared Systems is seeking an experienced RF Field Engineer to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, commissioning, and ongoing performance of Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) throughout an assigned region.

This is a field-based position requiring a highly motivated, self-sufficient individual who can independently manage maintenance activities, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and maintain strong customer relationships. All fieldwork is performed at customer facilities, and candidates must be comfortable working independently without a local company office.

We value individuals who take ownership of their work, demonstrate initiative, and are interested in contributing to the company's continued growth and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

• DAS Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform quarterly preventative maintenance, system health checks, alarm cleanup, and troubleshooting of DAS equipment and network performance issues.
• Alarm Response & Emergency Service: Respond to system alarms, service tickets, and emergency dispatches, including next-business-day onsite response when required.
• Commissioning & Installation: Support DAS commissioning, system upgrades, equipment installation, replacement, and testing.
• RF & Infrastructure Testing: Perform RF testing, coaxial cable testing, CAT6A certification, and fiber optic testing to identify and resolve system issues.
• Spare Parts & RMA Management: Maintain and track spare equipment inventory, coordinate equipment replacements, and manage all Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) through completion.
• Vendor & Customer Coordination: Escort equipment vendors, Wireless Service Providers (WSPs), and other authorized personnel at customer facilities. Coordinate maintenance activities with both technical and non-technical resources.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate service records, document troubleshooting activities, track system performance metrics, and provide timely customer reports.
• Customer Relations: Serve as a professional onsite representative of C Squared Systems, maintaining excellent communication and customer service throughout all maintenance and service activities.
• Work Management: Independently prioritize and manage assigned service tickets, maintenance schedules, and follow-up activities to ensure timely completion.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with DAS, RF systems, or wireless telecommunications.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting active DAS equipment from manufacturers such as CommScope, JMA, Corning, SOLiD, Zinwave, ADRF, or similar.
• Experience with RF test equipment, coaxial cable testing, CAT6A certification, and fiber optic testing.
• Strong understanding of DAS commissioning, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly self-motivated, organized, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with customers, vendors, engineers, technicians, and other technical and non-technical personnel.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience independently coordinating field activities and managing customer relationships.
• Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and willingness to take on additional responsibilities as business needs evolve.
• Experience with maintenance ticketing systems, NOC platforms, and performance reporting.
• This is a field-based position, not a work-from-home opportunity. Candidates must reside within the assigned market.
• Travel throughout the assigned region is required, potentially up to 50% of the time, including overnight stays up to a week at a time.
• Must be available for emergency dispatches requiring onsite response by the next business day.
• Some evening, overnight, and weekend work may be required to accommodate customer maintenance windows and minimize service disruptions.
• All field activities take place at customer facilities, requiring professionalism, flexibility, and adherence to customer-specific safety and access requirements.