Field Engineer - Dallas, TX

Motorola Solutions

18h•Remote

About The Position

Motorola Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Field Engineer to join their team. This remote position requires the candidate to reside in North Texas for project-related work. The Field Engineer will serve as a key technical resource, responsible for the post-sale implementation and ongoing support of complex and specialized communication systems. The role involves programming, configuration, optimization, testing, and detailed documentation of various systems, including legacy analog, advanced digital P25, and data infrastructure, to ensure peak performance and reliability. The position also includes providing expert technical support, troubleshooting software-driven electronics, assisting with system upgrades, and working with senior personnel to resolve system defects. Additionally, the Field Engineer will act as a lead on small to medium-sized projects and mentor less experienced engineers. Maintaining assigned tools, test equipment, and company assets is also a key responsibility.

Requirements

Intermediate proficiency with computer systems (hardware, operating systems, and applications) and networking principles.
Proven ability to use specialized test equipment (e.g., T1 and Ethernet testers, FDRs/antenna systems analyzers, communications systems analyzers, spectrum analyzers, Cat 5/6 cable testers, wattmeters).
Intermediate understanding of RF, telecommunications, and computer networking concepts.
Formal training in basic electronics.
Proficiency in common computer programs (Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
Strong self-motivation and the ability to excel both independently and within a team environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies and expand knowledge across current and new infrastructure.
Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customers.
Must have a current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
2+ years experience in one of the following areas: LMR, RF Systems, Radio Frequency, Radio Communications, Engineering, Wired/Wireless Communication Systems, Networking Equipment, Network Support, Astro/P25, Logging System, IT, Electronics, Systems, Networks, Public Safety, OR military experience.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.

Nice To Haves

Reside in North Texas for project-related work.

Responsibilities

Perform programming, configuration, optimization, testing, and documentation for complex communications systems.
Provision communication system infrastructure and optimize RF and Broadband architecture performance.
Conduct comprehensive remote site tasks, including antenna systems analysis, R56 audits, link verification, RF equipment optimization, combiner tuning, and RX multicoupler optimization.
Manage system integration, troubleshooting, and system management at the Master site.
Perform specific system configuration, programming, optimization, testing, and documentation tasks.
Provide expert technical support for specialized systems and applications, including troubleshooting software-driven electronics.
Assist with system upgrades as necessary.
Work under the direction of senior personnel to characterize and resolve system defects during implementation and maintenance.
Act as a lead on small to medium-sized projects and additions to existing systems.
Mentor and coach less experienced Field Engineers and instruct maintenance personnel in system configuration, optimization, testing, documentation methods, and technical aspects of current communication systems.
Maintain all assigned tools, test equipment, and company-owned assets (computer equipment, cellular telephones, vehicles) in excellent working order.
Ensure timely calibration of assigned test equipment and keep the test equipment database current.
Understand and apply system optimization, verification, and documentation requirements.