What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior DAS Field Engineer position at C Squared Systems LLC?
C Squared Systems, LLC is an RF engineering, consulting, and software development company specializing in providing services for seamless wireless coverage from RF analysis to design and implementation of DAS systems and Wi-Fi networks to remote monitoring and management of complex multi-vendor environments. Site Portal®, a customizable Web-based software, was engineered by C Squared Systems to remotely monitor and manage these complex multi-vendor environments.
Since 1999, C Squared Systems has executed turnkey in-building wireless solutions using state-of-the-art analysis tools to deliver RF solutions that exceed project scope and customer expectations. Our experience, technical expertise, and diverse projects in the wireless realm have allowed C Squared Systems to continually evolve as new technologies are developed and the demands of our customers change.
Senior DAS Field Engineer
Location: Lanham, MD and Customer Sites
Level: Senior-Level Engineer
Growth Path – Supervisor/Manager
C Squared Systems is currently seeking a Senior DAS (Distributed Antenna System) Field Engineer to join our team. If you are highly motivated and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and like to be in the field, this may be the role for you. You will be interacting with customers and co-workers daily and providing prompt and detailed updates. This position will require you to be in the field 75% of the time and 25% in the office.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Takes the lead on commissioning, integrations, and activations of various cellular systems.
- Performs system tests using tech phones, RF scanners, spectrum analyzers, transmitters, and other electronic test equipment.
- Customer facing representative including but not limited to performing site surveys and in-depth walkthroughs.
- Ability to communicate with customers and effectively follow up on tasks.
- Works (hands on) with system components such as antennas, fiber optics, coax, and RF amplifiers.
- Troubleshoots and repairs systems for optimal performance including isolating external noise interference, PIM interference, and OTDR testing.
- Application of RF principles/theory (signal path, radio frequency power, frequency bands, system noise, modulation types, etc.).
- Multi-tasks on projects on a day-to-day basis.
- Engage in monthly meetings reviewing project profitability and business unit results.
- Travels to various job sites within Maryland and outlying regions (DC, Northern Virginia, Pennsylvania and Delaware).
- Available for night team on an occasional basis.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Candidates pursuing a master’s degrees or has a minor in business will receive preferential consideration.
- OEM training on different DAS architectures (TEKO, SOLiD, Commscope).
- Proficient with spectrum analyzer, scanners, cellular test phones, OTDR, fiber fusion splicer and similar type tools.
- 4 years of related experience preferred (previous experience with DAS architecture and other cellular systems), 6 years preferred.
- Able to gain access to various buildings by passing building specific background checks.
- Knowledge of various wireless technologies (4G, 5G, etc.).
- Possess strong technical aptitude and the desire to learn and advance within a technical field.
- Comfortable working in high pressure situations.
- Knowledge of RF optimization techniques and best practices.
- Proficient in computer applications (MS Office, etc.).
- Proactive in engaging in formulating polices for review by executive management.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
In addition, you should have the following characteristics:
- Self-motivated and can work effectively under minimal supervision and direction.
- Ability to work in groups.
- Passion for learning innovative technologies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
For the candidate to be successful in the growth path of this position the following skills will need to be solidified.
- Plans, organizes, and supplies direction to Field Team.
- Plans and coordinates the use of materials and the assignment of personnel.
- Ability to communicate, train and grow into an employee mentor.
- Ability to receive and give direction on an as needed basis.