What are the responsibilities and job description for the RF Leakage Test Engineer (CATV/Coax) position at Bold Business?
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled RF Leakage Test Engineer to perform detection, measurement, and troubleshooting of RF signal leakage in cable television (CATV) and coaxial distribution networks. This role is critical to maintaining regulatory compliance, preventing interference with licensed services, and ensuring superior service quality for broadband, telephony, and video networks.
Key Responsibilities
Bold Business is a US-based global business process outsourcing (BPO) firm with over 25 years of experience and $7B in client engagements. We help fast-growing companies scale through smart talent strategies, automation, and technology-driven solutions.
Bold Business recruiters always use a “@boldbusiness.com” email address and/or from our Applicant Tracking System, Greenhouse. Any variation of this email domain should be considered suspicious. Additionally, Bold Business recruiters and authorized representatives will never request sensitive information in email or via text.
We are seeking a skilled RF Leakage Test Engineer to perform detection, measurement, and troubleshooting of RF signal leakage in cable television (CATV) and coaxial distribution networks. This role is critical to maintaining regulatory compliance, preventing interference with licensed services, and ensuring superior service quality for broadband, telephony, and video networks.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform RF leakage detection and testing using advanced instruments such as Trilithic/VIAVI leakage detectors (Searcher/Seeker series).
- Conduct drive-out (field) testing covering large sections of the network to identify and log leakage points.
- Use channel tagging technology to accurately pinpoint leaks and distinguish from external signals.
- Document and report leakage severity, time, and GPS location data in compliance with FCC/DoT/ITU standards.
- Monitor and maintain the Cumulative Leakage Index (CLI) within permissible limits.
- Support periodic audits and regulatory inspections by providing accurate reports.
- Collaborate with network engineers, field technicians, and compliance teams to ensure end-to-end network integrity.
- Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. in Electronics, Telecommunications, or Electrical Engineering.
- Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, coaxial systems, EMC/EMI compliance, and signal propagation.
- Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (spectrum analyzers, leakage detectors, field strength meters).
- Familiarity with cable TV, broadband DOCSIS standards, and FCC CLI testing requirements.
- Proficiency in field testing, troubleshooting, and technical reporting.
- Willingness to work outdoors and travel for field assignments.
- RF/EMC Compliance certification.
- Safety training for RF fieldwork.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and reporting ability.
- Effective communicator and team player.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently in the field.
Bold Business is a US-based global business process outsourcing (BPO) firm with over 25 years of experience and $7B in client engagements. We help fast-growing companies scale through smart talent strategies, automation, and technology-driven solutions.
Bold Business recruiters always use a “@boldbusiness.com” email address and/or from our Applicant Tracking System, Greenhouse. Any variation of this email domain should be considered suspicious. Additionally, Bold Business recruiters and authorized representatives will never request sensitive information in email or via text.
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