Radio Systems Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on the conceptual design of RF wireless communication systems and technology in general, and with particular focus on public safety applications.
• Develop detailed requirements for client RF wireless communication systems and related subsystems.
• Provide technical guidance when procuring and implementing client contracts: developing proposals, evaluating bids, negotiating contracts, implementing projects, and providing quality assurance.
• Define and document technical best practices and mentor junior team members on same.
• Plan implementation roadmaps for client system upgrades and replacements.
• Develop effective collaborative working relationships with county and state agency clients.
• Work closely within the project team and communicate project updates, risks, and issues.
• Collaborate closely with the project team to share knowledge and accomplish key project objectives.

• Experience with RF principles, coverage modeling, RF design, RF measurement, and optimization.
• Working knowledge of Project 25 (P25) and analog radio systems.
• Working knowledge of microwave, circuit-based, and fiber backhaul systems.
• Experience with land mobile radio (LMR) site equipment components, configuration, and system testing.
• Proficient written and verbal communications skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage and develop key relationships with colleagues and clients through collaborative thinking with a customer focus.
• Ability to travel throughout New York State, interacting with clients and employees at client and corporate offices.

• Familiarity with the operations of public safety organizations.
• Background working with public safety wireless communications and/or other critical communications applications.
• Experience participating in the business development and sales process (proposal writing, presentations, etc.).
• Familiarity with other wireless technologies, such as Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS), Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), Wi-Fi, long-term evolution (LTE), and embedded systems.
• Professional level certification in wireless communications (e.g., Electronics Technicians Association [ETA], certified wireless network administrator [CWNA], Microsoft wireless communications engineering technologies).
• Ability to serve as a mentor to less experienced personnel.