System Performance Engineer -Nor Cal

Qualifications

• Three (3) to Five (5) years of RF Engineering, In-Building DAS, RAN or Small Cell experience with RF Math competency
• Advanced knowledge of industry test equipment, such as: Spectrum Analyzer, Demodulator, Cable Analyzer, Power Meters, Scanners, UEs
• Must have experience Commissioning DAS OEMs such as CommScope, Corning, JMA, ADRF or similar.
• Ability to complete RF Link Budgets, Power Sharing and Noise Figure Calculations
• Ability to interpret blueprints and iBwave design files
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to think outside the box and meet customer deadlines, perform as the go-to person for other CTS /customer issues
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and present a positive professional attitude at all times.
• Ability to find and isolate troubles in distributed antenna systems thru logical troubleshooting methods and signal tracing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, MS Project, Visio)
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to change
• Must be a self-motivated individual with ability to work independently and in team environments with a positive attitude
• Must be able to travel within region with valid drivers license

Responsibilities

• Responsible for onsite technical implementation and troubleshooting of In-Building distributed antenna systems (DAS) and other managed networks.
• Perform pre and post RF benchmark data collection and data analysis.
• Interface with CTS operations teams to ensure networks are accurately built with highest quality standards.
• Perform CW testing, spectrum analysis, segment and system sweep testing as well as PIM and OTDR testing, as required.
• Perform DAS maintenance to include fault analysis, interference mitigation, and link balancing
• Support CTS NOC and respond to Technical Trouble Tickets to investigate and solve the performance issues with Inbuilding DAS systems. Some after-hours may be required to meet SLAs.
• Support DAS troubleshooting during the maintenance window, including collaboration and communication with Mobile Network Operators and Neutral Host venues.
• Oversee AHJ inspections and 3rd party testing as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with CTS operation teams and clients to meet or exceed contractual obligations and client expectations.
• Provide technical guidance to the Project Manager and other members of the Construction Team to mitigate or prevent any issues that may arise during the project.
• Ensure Regional Director/Operations Manager and customers are aware of issues that will impact project completion or budget.
• Use of small hand tools to perform minor installation tasks.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation using CTS cloud-based file system
• Responsible for creating and generating technical updates, reports and mops for the In-Building DAS systems. Conduct field work and organize test/measurement files.
• Manage project deliverables for closeout package.
• Continuously improve practices based on lessons learned in the design and implementation process.
• Capacity to learn new DAS hardware and software in a short time working under pressure.

Benefits

• Full-time position
• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance and 401K

The Company

• 35-year-old company and the leading Enterprise cellular connectivity solution in the U.S.
• Majority-owned by Astra Capital, a nationally certified Minority Business Entity (MBE)
• Industry leader in DAS with over 20 years of experience and more than 6,000 complete network projects delivered
• Deep competency in wireless network design using advanced 3D modeling techniques and industry-leading design tools
• Design Center in Phoenix staffed 24x5 by 45 design engineers -- over 1,700 network designs delivered annually
• 350+ union/non-union field technicians nationwide with experience in deploying all major RF infrastructure OEMs (JMA, Commscope, Corning, Nokia, Ericsson, Airspan)
• National Network Operations Center utilizing AI-driven, predictive analytics for real time network monitoring/maintenance
• Sampling of CTS network projects across multiple market segments: https://www.cts1.com/projects