RF Engineer

Networking for Future, Inc. (NFF) is a Washington, DC based company offering a performance-focused approach to delivering transformational IT business solutions. We take pride in keeping users productive and engaged by providing business and IT teams with the solutions they need to improve their performance in a dynamic, connected world.NFF is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia with Advanced Specializations in all major IT disciplines. In addition to Cisco, NFF holds key strategic partnerships with VMware, NetApp, Microsoft, Riverbed, Splunk and many System Integrators. NFF is an ISO 90012015 certified company and has been ranked in Inc. Magazine's 500/5000 Fastest Growing Companies list since 2007.We offer expert solutions relevant to Network Infrastructures, Data Center & Cloud, Network & Endpoint Security, Application Assurance, Collaboration & Mobility and Staff Augmentation.NFF is searching for a RF Engineer candidate who will be responsible managing all Public Safety Communications for the District of Columbia including 911 telephony and dispatch system, Radio Communications network, Voice Recording, and LAN/WAN systems. The ideal candidate will be a RF Engineer / In-Building Wireless (IBW) Consultant professional with at least eight years of experience working in an operational public safety communications systems.RequirementsResponsible for providing RF engineering services while working on LMR radio system, software, and programs. In additionThe candidate will provide IT Support for Mobile Routers (supporting police and fire mobile data communications), including Router imaging; Performs minor repairs; Software updates and installation; Router performance reports and review; Bi-annual maintenance.Bi-annual maintenance; Coordinate Firewall requirements for additional agency SW as required.Support project tasks associated with radio system infrastructure, subscriber deployment, DAS systems performance monitoring and interference resolution, and the testing and acceptance of OUC projects associated with DAS and radio systems infrastructureDevelop radio training material for internal and external usersTroubleshoot IBW network interference issuesProvide IT support for Mobile routers and Panasonic toughbooksPerform field surveys of new and existing BDA installationsRequired Experience8-10 years as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in complex enterprise-level projects8 years of experience in a related field (Engineering, IT, etc.)5 years of experience in LMR radio communications systems and DAS systems (PSAP)3 years of experience inInteroperable radio systemsRF engineering tools for 4G and LMR coverage analysisDrive testing P25 radio systems and 4G/5G cellular systemsDeveloping fleetmaps, code plugs, and programming radios for public safetyRadio network coverage and interference analysisIn-building wireless systems design, implementation, testing, and monitoringTroubleshooting wireless systems (LMR, 4G/5G, DAS)Public safety infrastructure and P25 radio networkPublic safety communications and interoperabilityKnowledge of PSAP operationsManaging Motorola User Configuration Manager 2 years of experience in IT principles, methods, practices, and concepts associated with system security11 years of experience designing, developing, and testing computer systems and componentsDesired Experience 2 years of experience inIT security principles, methods, and toolsOperating systems installation and configuration proceduresNetwork standards and network management toolsMonitoring system performance and recovering data in the event of hardware/software failureCustomer support, problem resolution databases, and troubleshooting techniquesNFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D, Comprehensive 401k plan, Paid Time OffNFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.