Associate Rf Engineer

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1B in revenue, and employ more than 5,800 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Associate RF Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with experienced RF Engineers to support DAS systems from conception to maintenance.
Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Senior RF Engineers to develop comprehensive designs for DAS systems, including equipment selection and RF predictions.
• Assist in creating and documenting RF predictions and link budgets to ensure design accuracy and approval.
• Provide support to construction teams by developing detailed scopes of work, processes, and test plans.
• Utilize industry-standard in building RF design tool to create and optimize cost effective network designs.
• Participate in field testing activities, including benchmarking and Continuous Wave (CW) propagation analysis.
• Analyze field-testing results and contribute to the preparation of comprehensive customer documentation.
• Familiarize yourself with various test equipment such as power meters, spectrum analyzers, and TEMS devices.
• Utilize DAS troubleshooting skills to resolve issues and maintain systems.
• Assist in RF and fiber testing, reporting, and troubleshooting activities.
• Review and approve construction contractor-provided field test results such as PIM, VSWR, DTF, and OTDR.
• Develop a deep understanding of link budgets, noise figures, and intermodulation products.
• Cultivate basic knowledge of radio wave propagation fundamentals, antenna theory, and optical transmission mediums.

Personal Qualities

• Analytical Thinking - Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound decision
• Conflict Management and Resolution Skills - Build consensus, anticipate and solve problems
• Results focused - Ability to organize and manage multiple, and at time competing priorities
• Communication Skills - Demonstrate communication skills necessary to interpret policies in situations requiring persuasion and prepare and present presentations,
• Relationship building skills - ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred, not required; relevant military and/or industry experience may be considered.
• Less than (2) years of RF engineering experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in prediction and mapping tools (e.g., iBwave, MapInfo, TEMS Discovery, TEMS pocket & investigation) preferred, not required.
• Solid understanding of RF fundamentals and data network protocols.
• Knowledge of 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G wireless technologies.
• Basic understanding of radio wave propagation fundamentals, antenna theory, and optical transmission.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in using RF test equipment and software preferred, not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to focus on goals and achieve predetermined results.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proactive problem-solving ability.
• Customer-centric approach while adhering to company procedures.
• Ability to perform effectively under stressful situations.

Working Conditions/Requirements:

• Use of standard office equipment
• Good vision and hearing
• Finger and wrist dexterity
• Light physical effort (usually lifting/moving 50 pounds)
• Walking up and down stairs

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America.
AFL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not deny employment, benefits, or compensation to any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status or characteristic. The same applies to hiring and employing persons with disabilities, unless a disability prevents a person from performing the essential functions of a job with or without reasonable accommodation.
AFL supports the objectives of affirmative action and a work environment without discrimination. The Company calls upon and expects every individual with the Company to accept a personal responsibility for continuing the successful policy.