RF Field Engineer

AFL Telecommunications•Charlotte, NC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The RF Field Engineer reports to the Director of Engineering. Responsible for wireless operator system testing, integration, and troubleshooting. This position supports technical activities for the ongoing maintenance and monitoring of wireless systems. Will work with Sales and Engineering Management to develop commercial and public safety solutions that meet client requirements. Additional duties could involve development of bill of materials, work scopes and proposals that correspond to customer requests. Attends training classes for OEM products to learn RF principles to become very knowledgeable in all current DAS/Small Cell technologies. Travel up to 90%.

Requirements

Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects and tasks
Excellent Customer service skills
Sense of urgency and thinks 3 steps ahead
Think critically and problem solve
4-year BS (engineering or science) plus 1-3 years Telecom experience or 3-5 years minimum Telecom experience with associate’s degree or related College courses
Proficient with general computer skills including networking configurations, Microsoft Office, and IBWAVE (current or previous iBwave certification a plus but not required)
Handle confidential/ sensitive information with discretion
Good judgment
Familiar with US wireless Operator testing and closeout package requirements
Understand RF principles
Familiarity with various RF/Optical/Ethernet testing equipment and diagnostics
Must be able to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Military experience is a plus
Understanding of Wi-Fi networks deployment, and troubleshooting a plus
current or previous iBwave certification a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Configure new, and upgrade existing, Small Cell and DAS networks
Provide guidance and training for the Sales and Operations teams
Work with internal department managers as needed to meet company objectives
Work with Deployment and Construction counterparts to hit project timelines and goals
Assist Director of Engineering in development of training programs
Train Associate Engineers as needed to educate them on industry standards, applications, technologies and processes
Perform radio engineering evaluation for system planning and site acquisition
Use RF propagation and planning tools (IBWAVE is primary)
As needed, conduct and oversee field testing or managing of teams
Evaluate coverage problems and new service area requirements for coverage cells
Create CW test plans and execute testing and reporting
Create Benchmark/Post Installation test plans and execute collection and reporting including review of data collected to identify anomalies
At times, identify causes of RF interference and troubleshooting interference problems with various customers
Organize and conduct meetings as necessary to meet departmental objectives
Assist in the management of inventory and resource assignments
Weekly administrative activities such as time sheets and expense reports
Coordination and booking of all travel and mobilization arrangements to meet project timelines