RF Engineer II
RF Engineer II
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Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AT ALL LEVELS:
Focus Areas:
- RF Transmission engineering
- Compose installation specifications: work may include configuring programming wiring and testing radio frequency and ancillary equipment.
- Compile technical reports: such as communications system performance and usage reports usage forecasts project equipment specifications and budgets.
- Equipment qualification: including but not limited to satellite modems frequency converters highpower amplifiers antennas microwave radios PCS equipment MMDS equipment LMDS equipment.
- Technology comparisons: including but not limited to multiple access technologies communications duplexing technologies and communications protocols.
- Serve as an Engineering consultant: within the department and to other business units to evaluate/resolve issues using engineering principles.
- RF Design and Optimization engineering
- Compose installation specifications: work may include designing and creating RFDS Frequency Planning programming and testing radio frequency and ancillary equipment.
- Compile technical reports:such as communications system performance and usage reports usage forecasts project equipment specifications and budgets.
- Equipment qualification: including but not limited to Ericsson BBU Basebands modems frequency converters highpower amplifiers antennas microwave radios PCS equipment MMDS equipment LMDS equipment.
- Technology comparisons: including but not limited to multiple access technologies communications duplexing technologies and communications protocols and tools such as Atoll ENM EPP
- Serve as an Engineering consultant: within the department and to other business units to evaluate/resolve issues using engineering principles.
- ACCOUNTABILITY Takes ownership for actions decisions and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.
- Ability to complete projects without daily supervision on time and within scope.
- Continuing education in RF transmission engineering and telecommunications
- BASIC PRINCIPLES Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust confidence and respect; adheres to GCIs Code of Conduct for Employees the Basic Principles.
- COLLABORATION Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.
- Interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate support from matrixed organizations and team members who are not direct reports.
- The ability to work independently and within a team on projects.
- COMMUNICATION Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- COMPLIANCE Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCIs Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.
- CUSTOMER FOCUS Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.
- RELIABILITY Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings training and other work obligations.
- Project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Ability to think analytically logically and strategically.
- Effective time management and planning skills.
- Demonstrated basic understanding in some specific area of RF transmission engineering such as satellite or microwave path design.
- RESULTS Uses a combination of job knowledge initiative sound decision making innovation adaptability and problem solving.
- SAFETY & SECURITY Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.
- Proficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g. Outlook Teams Word Excel) to complete job duties effectively.
Additional Job Requirements:
This is a midlevel position for a degreed engineering professional. Must have a comprehensive understanding of telecommunications operations and functions and be familiar with Engineering functions aspects applicable codes and standards. Receives work assignments of a higher level but also receives general guidance periodic review and direction from the supervisor. Capable of participating in larger projects and expected to complete assigned engineering tasks on time and within budget. Responsiblefor designing planning and implementing company and customer networks including satellite microwave and other wireless or Radio Frequency transmission systems. Provides engineering support to all the companys internal customers. Selects and evaluates new equipment and technologies for delivering products and services.
Essential Duties:
Minimum Qualifications:
Required: *A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a yearforyear basis
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering Mathematics Physics Telecommunications or related field. *
- Minimum of four (4) years of experience in the engineering of satellite or microwave communications systems including troubleshooting optimization and design. *
Preferred:
- Telecommunications industry experience.
- PE certification.
- Other relevant telecom industry or job specific certifications.
DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
- This position requires driving a companyowned vehicle company provided vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the company. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license proof of insurance a satisfactory driving record and successfully complete Defensive Driving course.
- Work is primarily sedentary requiring daily routine computer usage.
- Ability to work shifts as assigned work in standard office/home office setting and operate standard office equipment.
- Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas to others effectively.
- Physical agility and effort sufficient to perform job duties safely and effectively.
- Ability to make valid judgments and decisions.
- Available to work additional time on weekends holidays before or after normal work hours when necessary.
- Must work well in a team environment and be able to work with a diverse group of people and customers.
- Virtual workers must comply with remote work policies and agreements.
- Occasional travel between various company facilities within the Anchorage area and for business and training purposes is required.
EEO:GCI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status mental or physical disability veteran status or any other status or classification protected under applicable state or federal law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
