RQ08478 - Data Architect/Modeller - Senior

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

1. Demonstrates experience in working with large scale public safety radio systems that employ P25 trunking, encryption, conventional repeater, and simplex systems.
2. Demonstrates experience in in-building radio systems.
3. Produces coverage predictions for a large scale PSRN network, multicast and simulcast systems.
4. Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of applicable standards, ISEDC regulations, TSB-88 for Radio Networks.
5. Establishes detailed RF designs and sub-assembly performance specifications to fulfil the requirements of assigned general Unit specifications.
6. Performs experiments, bench tests, etc., research challenging designs through various sources of technical information.
7. Works with the production teams through the development phase optimizing the design for increased RF efficiency.
8. Produces technical documentation (RF coverage, Path loss, link budget, etc.) & technical reports.
9. Generates and presents design technical review material for various design reviews.
10. Analyzes results and prepares project reports, makes recommendations within the scope of the project responsibility.
11. Responsible for the completion of assignments within budgetary and time limitations.
12. Generates engineering and test related estimates for time required to complete pre-defined work scope.
13. Supports the generation of RF technical proposals.
14. Responsible for performing RF-parameter measurements.
15. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the essentials of a radio Network including backhaul and microwave, alarming, Networking.
16. Analyzes complaints issued by customers, compares with requirements, assesses the results and provides recommendations to solve or address the problems.

Education and Experience Requirements

1. Professional Engineering degree (Professional Engineering should be valid for Ontario).
2. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field is required. A strong preference is given to individuals with an academic specialization in RF.
3. Minimum 5 years experience in the wireless telecom industry.
4. Advanced knowledge of P25 and LMR RF networks including radio and/or telecommunications systems.
5. Strong understanding and experience working on GSM/UMTS/HSPA/LTE/NR.
6. Good technical understanding of P25, DMR, Analog air interface protocols.
7. Strong background in radio network design for LMR.
8. Knowledge of RF hardware systems and testing equipment.
9. Experience designing RF components, especially power amplifiers, antennas, antenna systems including multi-coupling.
10. Must possess an in-depth working knowledge of antennas, reflectors, transmission line theory, amplifiers, power amplifiers, and RF modulation.
11. Excellent understanding of radio propagation principles for wireless spectrum.
12. Good theoretical understanding of Tx/Rx Radio, Antenna system design including RF point to point transmissions (microwave).
13. Knowledge of practical RF system considerations such as path loss calculation, cascade noise figure, and intercept point.
14. Hands-on experience with RF Test Equipment - spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, power meters, and noise figure analyzers.
15. Understanding of RF radiation safety and Canada SC6 standard.
16. Strong knowledge of radio communication and messaging protocols.
17. Working experience with TCP/IP protocols.
18. Knowledge of radio installation and testing expertise.
19. Working knowledge of network KPI and parameters (Motorola).
20. Worked proficiently with Planet RF Planning tool.

Communication and Relationship Management

1. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills.
2. A team player with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks.
3. Experience reviewing and ensuring submitted documentation is complete and accurate.
4. Experience developing and presenting briefing notes, status reports, communications, team & executive presentations.
5. Excellent facilitation skills, interpersonal and consultative skills.
6. Demonstrated good problem-solving and organizational skills, and awareness of emerging technology trends.
7. A team player with a track record for meeting deadlines.
8. Demonstrated experience to act independently and make decisions that achieve optimal results with minimal supervision.
9. Detail-oriented and strong multitasking abilities in order to juggle multiple clients' demands.

Analytical, Problem Solving and Business Change

1. Ability to identify issues or problems, gather relevant information and perform analysis and build reports to support decision-making on project scope, schedule, cost.
2. Accurately document issues, gaps, and inconsistencies when they happen.
3. Communicate issues with options considered and recommended actions.
4. Capacity for adapting quickly to changing business environments.

Public Sector Experience

1. 5 Years of Experience.

Must haves:

• Must have proficient hands-on experience with RF propagation prediction tools, Microwave Path study.
• Excellent understanding of radio propagation principles for wireless spectrum, TSB-88 for Radio networks and TCP/IP Network protocols.
• Must possess an in-depth working knowledge of antennas, reflectors, transmission line theory, amplifiers, power amplifiers, and RF modulation.

NOTE: This position is currently listed as "Onsite"; however, the Assignment under this request will provisionally be Hybrid, working 7.25 hours per calendar day, sometime between 8:00-5:00 PM (excluding lunch breaks) Monday to Friday inclusive, unless otherwise identified. These conditions are subject to change as the OPS reflects on its current situation. During the duration of the assignment you will be under the discretion of the Hiring Managers' requirements for the Project you are assigned to.