Hardware Engineer- Staffing

KGP Telecommunications•Plano, TX

13d•Remote

About The Position

The goal of the Wireless Network Hardware Engineer is to perform scheduled changes remotely in the commercial network error free. As part of the Network Maintenance Center team, the engineer will be responsible for remotely executing mass software/firmware changes, parameter changes across both 4G and 5G technologies in a live network environment. Familiarity with Unix is a must. Most of the work will be in the Maintenance Window.

Requirements

Familiarity with Unix is a must.
Knowledgeable on 4G and/or 5G 3GPP technologies.
BS Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
10+ years relevant experience.
Good knowledge of wireless network architecture concepts especially in RAN domain.
Good knowledge of UNIX/LINUX operating systems to be able to perform activities at the CLI level.
Experience and familiarity with 3G/4G cellular communications systems infrastructure (RAN and CORE) and user equipment (UE / CPE).
Basic RF engineering skills including familiarity with 3G/4G radios/antenna systems.
Experience with basic electronic test tools such as DVM, fiber test sets, RF power meters.
Experience with basic laboratory test equipment like Ethernet test sets, base station analyzers, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators.
Competence with diagnostic and standard hand tools.
Good working knowledge of AC and DC power testing including 3 Phase AC.
Experience and familiarity with configuration and operation of 24VDC & 48 VDC power supplies.
Familiarity with networking equipment, fiber optics, GPS systems.
Familiarity with electronic equipment installation best practices.
Basic familiarity of electronic equipment regulatory certifications.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work under pressure and finish the work mistake free in the Maintenance Window.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled changes remotely in the commercial network error free.
Remotely execute mass software/firmware changes, parameter changes across both 4G and 5G technologies in a live network environment.
Review various Engineering MOPs and identify missing steps or issues.
Provide assistance to customers on maintenance window, support during network issues, parameter changes and SW upgrades.
Respond to standard requests from internal and external customers for routine or standard technical problems.
Work under pressure and finish the work mistake free in the Maintenance Window.
Execute scripts in CLI.
Support Field, engineering, Lab, HQ, and RF Engineers with parameters changes, NBR adds, clearing alarms, etc.
Oversee and participate in installation of wireless communications equipment.
Troubleshoot wireless network issues through the systematic test and debugging of hardware and software systems.
Test and characterize performance of wireless networks through logging, monitoring, and reporting on key performance indicators.
Develop methods of procedure (MOPs) and provide training for other installation professionals.
Design and deployment of LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including servers, routers, hubs, switches, UPSs, and other networking hardware.