Equipment Coordinator

The job requires basic understanding radio frequency fundamentals and understanding of RF design and optimization activities for a wireless service provider. The job requires performance of routine tasks under close supervision with specific instructions on required tasks and expected results. RF Engineer (RF I) responsibilities drive testing, site hardware verification, drive test analysis and recommendations.

UMTS: RF optimization activities for a WCDMA network using enterprise post-processing and KPI reporting application for cluster/market acceptance. The job requires performance of routine tasks under close supervision with specific instructions on required tasks and expected results.

Perform RF optimization activities
Perform link budget analysis.
Carry out area and site surveys to identify RF equipment location and antenna orientation
Perform inter-modulation analysis
Execute Drive Testing
Perform RF network optimization activities by analyzing drivetest data (RF engineer will be paired with a dedicated drivetest team for UMTS cluster analysis)
Tasks include log data management, log data processing, cluster KPI reporting, market KPI reporting.
If needed, field work will require to carry out area and site surveys to identify RF equipment location and antenna orientation.
Check for DT equipment setup, perform basic DC analysis - may be required to execute drive testing for further troubleshooting.
Identify and mitigate pilot pollution, handover issues, and other common UMTS RF system issues.

Minimum Required Skills / Competencies: A minimum of 1 year experience in either one or all of the activities such as, drive testing, post processing of drive test data.

BSEE or an equivalent degree with one year+ experience in GSM, GPRS, EDGE or UMTS with Performance or Optimization background desirable. Existing Interns will be considered based on their performance.
Clear understanding of air interface, both GSM and CDMA (UMTS preferable)
Experience with drivetest tools such as Ericsson TEMS, Andrew Invex3G, Anite Nemo, PCTEL Clarify as well as post-processing tools, particularly Actix Analyzer
Good computer skills, able to work flexible hours, self- motivated and ability to work under pressure, good interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work with other engineering groups to identify overall network issues and identify solutions

**Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minorities and females to apply**

Category:	Information Technology
	> Telecommunications
Location:	Parsippany, NJ
County:	Morris County
ZIP Code:	07054
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	APEX Systems, Inc.
Phone:	email only
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