RF Engineer

Job Title: RF Engineer

Location: Temple Terrace, FL

Duration: 6 months

Rate: $42-$45/hr on W2

Wireless RAN 5G RF Engineer

• Lead RF design, optimization, and deployment for 5G Radio Access Network (RAN)
• Perform detailed RF site planning and design for 5G NR and LTE anchor bands using propagation tools (Atoll, Planet, etc.)
• Conduct link budget analysis and capacity planning to determine ideal site placement and hardware configurations
• Design key RF parameters including frequency plans, scrambling codes, PCI planning, and neighbor relations
• Develop RF solutions for indoor (DAS/Small Cells) and outdoor macro coverage
• Experience with simulation and modeling tools including MATLAB, Simulink, HFSS, and ADS
• Handson experience with drivetest and datacollection tools such as TEMS Investigation, Nemo Outdoor, PCTEL, and XCAL
• Proficiency with postprocessing tools including TEMS Discovery, Actix, Windcatcher, and XCAP
• Strong hardware proficiency with spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and Site Master tools
• Deep understanding of 5G technologies including 5G NR (SA/NSA), mmWave, Sub6 GHz, Massive MIMO, Beamforming, and ORAN
• Experience with scripting and automation using Python and SQL
• Ability to generate KPI visualizations using Tableau or Power BI
• Monitor 5G/LTE KPIs such as RSRP, SINR, throughput, latency, and drop call rate to identify performance issues
• Implement RF optimization adjustments including antenna tilt, azimuth, and power tuning
• Optimize advanced 5G features such as Massive MIMO, beamforming, carrier aggregation, and dynamic spectrum sharing
• Analyze drive test data to detect coverage gaps, interference, and pilot pollution
• Work with field teams to ensure site builds match RF design specs (antenna height, orientation, cabling)
• Troubleshoot complex L1/L2/L3 issues using logs, call traces, and signaling analysis
• Manage interference mitigation including PIM and frequency interference resolution
• Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related discipline
• 5+ years of handson RF engineering experience focusing on RAN
• Direct experience with 5G NR deployment or trials
• Strong understanding of 3GPP Release 15/16/17 standards and 5G airinterface protocols
• Solid knowledge of LTE/VoLTE and 5G interoperability (ENDC)
• Experience with Open RAN and vRAN is a plus
• Vendor certification (Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung, Huawei) is preferred
• Familiarity with MEC and cloudnative RAN concepts is a bonus
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret large RF datasets
• Excellent communication skills for explaining complex RF topics to nontechnical stakeholders
• Highly adaptable and eager to learn evolving telecom standards and tools