Radio Systems Engineer

GENESYS Consulting Services, Inc.

Radio Systems Engineer

Albany, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide technical guidance on the conceptual design of RF wireless communication systems and technology in general, and with particular focus on public safety applications.
    • Develop detailed requirements for client RF wireless communication systems and related subsystems.
    • Provide technical guidance when procuring and implementing client contracts: developing proposals, evaluating bids, negotiating contracts, implementing projects, and providing quality assurance.
    • Define and document technical best practices and mentor junior team members on same.
    • Plan implementation roadmaps for client system upgrades and replacements.
    • Develop effective collaborative working relationships with county and state agency clients.
    • Work closely within the project team and communicate project updates, risks, and issues.
    • Collaborate closely with the project team to share knowledge and accomplish key project objectives.

    Required Qualifications

    • Experience with RF principles, coverage modeling, RF design, RF measurement, and optimization.
    • Working knowledge of Project 25 (P25) and analog radio systems.
    • Working knowledge of microwave, circuit-based, and fiber backhaul systems.
    • Experience with land mobile radio (LMR) site equipment components, configuration, and system testing.
    • Proficient written and verbal communications skills, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage and develop key relationships with colleagues and clients through collaborative thinking with a customer focus.
    • Ability to travel throughout New York State, interacting with clients and employees at client and corporate offices.

    Preferred/Desired Qualifications

    • Familiarity with the operations of public safety organizations.
    • Background working with public safety wireless communications and/or other critical communications applications.
    • Experience participating in the business development and sales process (proposal writing, presentations, etc.).
    • Familiarity with other wireless technologies, such as Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM), Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS), Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), Wi-Fi, long-term evolution (LTE), and embedded systems.
    • Professional level certification in wireless communications (e.g., Electronics Technicians Association [ETA], certified wireless network administrator [CWNA], Microsoft wireless communications engineering technologies).
    • Ability to serve as a mentor to less experienced personnel.

    GENESYS Consulting Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.