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Responsibilities

Program Overview

Peraton provides a secure, worldwide, high-performance communications network comprised of real-time interactive applications operating over a dedicated IP backbone with secure services for complex national and worldwide executive-level communications. Peraton provides the O&M of the network infrastructure and its components, integration for development of hardware and software solutions, and task support for the delivery of system, network, software, and security solutions.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a self-driven and resourceful Cellular/RF Engineer to join our dynamic of Network and UC engineers in Washington, DC. The Cellular/RF Engineer is responsible for assessing, designing, and optimizing wireless communication systems utilizing LTE, 5G, and other RF technologies

Cellular/RF Engineer responsibilities: 

• Drive modernization efforts by engineering and implementing infrastructure improvements, automation capabilities, and technology refresh initiatives
• Conduct RF engineering studies and site surveys.
• Perform RF analysis, and support deployment efforts that enhance coverage, reliability, and mission effectiveness.
• Design and optimize LTE and 5G networks.
• Perform signal propagation and coverage analysis.
• Evaluate in-building wireless solutions.
• Analyze spectrum utilization and interference issues.
• Develop RF design documentation and implementation plans.
• Support deployment, testing, and acceptance activities.
• Coordinate with telecommunications and infrastructure teams.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• An active/current TS/SCI Security Clearance is required.
• Bachelors degree in engineering (or similar technical field) and eight (8+) years relevant experience; an additional four years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• OEM-specific wireless certifications where applicable.
• Relevant RF design credentials.
• DoD 8140/8570 Compliant.
• Experience with LTE, 5G, and wireless communication technologies.
• Knowledge of RF planning and optimization tools.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• iBwave certifications
• DAS design certifications
• Enterprise telecom architecture training
• 5G protocols
• LTE technologies
• RF planning tools
• Band 12/Band 14 systems
• FirstNet
• Next Generation Fixed Wireless (ngFWA)

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Employment Type: FULL_TIME