Engineer

Description

DESCRIPTION
The Engineer will assist in approval testing of wireless devices both in stationary and mobile environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technically complex wireless device test plan on wireless devices.
• Must be familiar with wireless network performance testing on topics such as network selection/reselection, RF performance, audio quality, call processing, OTA, data services, feature and application functionality, and relevant accessory testing in the local market on all devices under test.

Qualifications

• BS in CS, EE or EET.
• 3+ years experience with configuring, testing, troubleshooting IP network issues.
• Experience using tools like Wireshark to test or troubleshoot data throughput speeds.
• MS Office Suite, must be intermediate to advanced level user of MS Excel.
• Solid experience with troubleshooting Windows OS problems especially with regard to interfacing to modems, cell phones, other peripherals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Can demonstrate a strong knowledge of cell phones, features, mobile device operating systems, Smartphone trends, wireless industry trends.
• Must be very comfortable with modern Smartphone usage, testing and operation. (Looking for a phone geek, not beginner)
  Superior Computer Skills (MANDATORY).
• At least 1 of the 5 items below:
  1) 3+ years exp working for a cell phone manufacturer/Chipset vendor in an approval testing role.
  2) 3+ years exp specifically in a wireless device approval testing role for a Wireless Network Operator.
  3) 3+ years exp in electronics Quality Assurance testing following detailed test procedures.
  4) Any experience in cell phone/mobile device feature testing following detailed test procedures.
  5) 3+ years exp working for a North American Wireless Operator on GSM/UMTS Radio Access Network (RAN) as RF Engineer or RAN performance engineer.
• Must have a valid driver's license in the state in which the vehicle will be operated.
• Must have successfully completed a defensive driving course and have a clean driving record.

SKILLS
GSM/UMTS/LTE, RF Engineering, 3+ years IP Network (config, testing troubleshoot), MS office Suite, PM, Smatrphone Expert (Usaage, Testing, Operation), Knowledge in Wireless (feature, trends and Mobile OS), Written and Verbal communication, Win OS troubleshoot/(interfacing to modems, cell), BS in CS, EE, EET
Synectics offers competitive salaries and a full suite of benefits. EOE.