Rf Engineer - Modernization

FES- Further Enterprise Solutions a leading provider of engineering services, turnkey solutions, and software solutions, Founded in 2002 by wireless industry veterans, FES has rapidly grown to become a leading provider of innovative solutions to leading telecommunications providers and equipment manufacturers. FES is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA with branch offices through the U.S. and Canada to ensure a rapid response and face to face contact with our clients and staff.

RF Engineering - complete Modernization program tasks such as review and validate work products from other engineers, recommend/validate design compromises when needed to reduce structural loading, review and analysis of site performance statistics following cut over, antenna sweep reviews, construction close out package reviews. Uses solid RF Engineering principles and planning tools to maximize coverage, capacity, and performance of GSM and UMTS radio network. Implementation of new features and network parameter optimization. Routine monitoring and review of radio network Key Performance Indicators (KPI). Work with other engineers and operations to address discovered issues

Database maintenance.

Ability to collect and review TEMS drive data.

Minimum Required Skills / Competencies:

•Solid understanding of RF propagation principles, cellular theory, RF engineering tools and antenna theory. 
•Experience with various drive test units. 
•Previous experience with FCC and FAA filings and zoning meetings are preferable. 
•Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills. 
•Strong computer skills. UNIX, Oracle DB, Excel macros and SQL programming a plus. 
•Moderate MapInfo skills
•Self-motivated and ability to work under pressure