Customer Support Engineer IPT - Microwave

 Description:

 Develop microwave design(s), using licensed and unlicensed frequencies, which support the deployment of next generation wireless broadband networks

• Utilize software propagation/planning tools such as PathLoss or Ellipse, along with defined design standards and link budgets, to create high quality microwave designs

 • Drive a strong design architecture that maximizes performance, link availability, and provides redundancy/diversity while also meeting budgetary objectives

 • Participate in the search ring process and assist in the selection of cell sites that are microwave-optimum.

Must work closely with market project managers and service delivery RF engineering team during the site selection and acquisition process

• Effectively manage design projects and any issues that arise to insure that they meet aggressive deployment timelines

• Management of vendors, as necessary, if initial design is outsourced. This includes conducting detailed design reviews and audits.

 

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible microwave backhaul network design and engineering experience

• Bachelors of Electrical Engineering or similar field

• Expert knowledge and skill in using microwave propagation and planning tools such as PathLoss or Ellipse

• Working level knowledge and experience in IP networking

• Experience working at communication sites/towers to validate dish alignment, installation quality, and support optimization is a must

• Solid understanding and hands-on experience with microwave performance instrumentation and analysis tools

 • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage personal workload, vendors, and deliverables, to meet aggressive project timelines

• Strong work ethic and team player

• Candidates should be capable of climbing ladders/stairs while carrying test equipment

• Valid, clean, driver’s license required

 

There are 5 positions available.  The successful candidates can be located in San Diego or Irvine, CA, or in Phoenix, AZ.  This is a 6 month contract with possibility of extension.