Senior RF Engineer (In-Building Wireless Consultant)

MDA Edge; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 82,965 - 118,163; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior RF Engineer to provide expertise in designing and testing wireless communication systems, particularly for public safety. The role involves project support, technical analysis, and compliance management, ensuring high standards in radio systems. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in RF principles and public safety systems, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 11+ years SME experience in enterprise projects.
• 5+ years in public safety radio and DAS systems.

Responsibilities

• Support projects related to radio system infrastructure and DAS performance monitoring.
• Research and analyze wireless technologies, produce reports, and make recommendations.

Skills

RF principles

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

RF engineering tools

Job description

Senior RF Engineer (In-Building Wireless Consultant)

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Base pay range

$73.00/hr - $73.00/hr

Executive Summary:

• Our client is looking to hire a Senior RF Engineer/In-Building Wireless Consultant with 11+ years of experience to assist the Office of Unified Communications (OUC) within the DC Government.
• The role involves providing technical expertise in designing, implementing, and testing wireless communication systems, with a focus on public safety systems like Land Mobile Radio (LMR), FirstNet, and P25. The candidate will support the design, implementation, and optimization of Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) and in-building wireless systems, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.

Day to Day Tasks:

• Support projects related to radio system infrastructure, subscriber radio deployment, DAS performance monitoring, and system testing and acceptance.
• Develop and review criteria and guidelines for In-Building Wireless (IBW) proposals and systems.
• Perform field surveys, troubleshoot IBW network interference and coverage issues, and support radio programming requests.
• Manage encryption and OTAR upgrades, develop training materials, and maintain radio equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Assess technical and operational practices for system upgrades, ensuring industry standards are met.
• Provide SME support for Public Safety Radio, DAS, and BDA systems.
• Research and analyze wireless technologies, produce reports, and make recommendations.

Technical Skills:

• Extensive experience with Land Mobile Radio (LMR), DAS, and public safety radio systems.
• Proficiency in RF principles, troubleshooting, system testing, and FCC regulations.

Project Management & Compliance:

• Experience managing system upgrades, requirements gathering, and compliance with IBW guidelines.

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to analyze technical data and assess system performance.

Communication Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication, training, and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Engineering, IT, or related field; certifications like NICET are a plus.

Must Have Skills:

• 11+ years SME experience in enterprise projects.
• 5+ years in public safety radio and DAS systems.
• Experience with P25, 4G/5G systems, RF engineering tools, drive testing, interference analysis, and in-building wireless design and troubleshooting.

Nice To Have Skills:

• Experience in developing fleet maps, programming radios for public safety.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting