HetNet Optimization Engineer

Communication Technology Services•Marlboro, MA

11d•$100 - $140•Remote

About The Position

Communication Technology Services (CTS ) is one of the largest integrators and managed service providers for enterprise cellular networks in the U.S., specializing in the design, installation and support of Distributed Antenna System (DAS), Small Cell, and 4G/5G Private Wireless Networks for Enterprise. We are seeking a Hetnet Optimization Engineer to support regional and national projects. The HetNet Optimization Engineer is responsible for working with multiple teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and maintain KPIs, processes and timelines; manage the relationship between CTS, the cellular equipment manufacturers, MNO partners and subcontractors to grow and extend our offered service. Tracking, reporting, teamwork, and improving progress is also a vital part of this role. This role requires in-depth knowledge of deploying end-to-end cellular grade networks through either past employment with an operator or through working with the mobile operators at a cellular equipment manufacturer or systems integrator.

Requirements

The Ideal candidate will have previous experience with Commissioning, Integration and/or Optimization of carrier networks.
Strong Radio Performance Optimization experience with Ericsson or Nokia required.
MNO Carrier tools and terminology
MNO Laptop for internal databases

Nice To Haves

Small cell experience with any OEM: Nokia, Ericsson, Airspan or CommScope desired.
Experience with: Project Management of turnkey DAS solutions: design, construction, integration and closeout.
iBwave/iBwave Viewer and other RF prediction tools preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with vendors and regional teams to complete OEM Radio Equipment and HetNet integration, commissioning, and optimization.
Analyze call testing, data collection, and previous optimization metrics as required
Monitor system Key Performance Index (KPI) and make parameter adjustments with HetNet core access if provided
Work with regional and national team to assist in HetNet equipment installation and turn-up as needed.
Work with regional and national team to assist in Small Cell installation and turn-up as needed.
Understand the HetNet technology advancement and Small Cell OEM development for current and future technologies, including 4G LTE-A, 5G NR, CBRS/LAA, etc.
Develop standardized documentation and process to address integration, call testing, baseline walk, KPI monitoring, optimization, and reporting.
Develop and train the internal resources (local and national SPEs) to meet the increasing demands and growth of the HetNet/Small Cell integration and optimization projects
Provide technical support to regional and national team in terms of HetNet/Small Cell solution selections, functionality comparison, performance analysis, etc.
Participate or support reviews and customer meetings to present HetNet /Small Cell solutions.