Qualified canidates are encouraged to forward their resumes to [email protected] for
immediate consideration

 

Job Summary: 

The LMR Engineer is responsible for the analysis, design, implementation and enhancement of
LMR/Public-Safety voice and data networks and ensures wireless/fixed network interoperability.
The LMR Engineer�s responsibilities include design of LMR/Public Safety networking
infrastructure (such as base stations, receiver sites, consoles, comparators), RF coverage,
system dimensioning for capacity planning including traffic analysis, evaluating network design
and dimensioning, and interoperability between agencies/first-responders, as required. This
includes conventional as well as trunked radio networks, data networks, E911, voice and data. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

�         Providing the collection, analysis, and evaluation of baseline data; 

�         Design/expansion/modification of LMR networks. This includes RF propagation (in all
applicable bands, including microwave and broadband wireless), network interconnection, control
points, consoles/comparators, and mobiles/portables (both voice and data); 

�         Provide input to project planning and staffing, budgeting, and reporting; 

�         Maintain current knowledge of major vendors and vendor equipment/features. Major
vendors include: Motorola, EF Johnson, M/A Com, EADS; 

�         Maintain current knowledge of Governmental agencies and requirements
(interoperability, rebanding, etc), including FCC and FAA; and

�         Maintain current knowledge of industry affiliation groups and associations (APCO,
NASTD, etc). 

 

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree (BS) in Electrical or Communications Engineering from an accredited college or
university; 

4 to 6 years of telecom engineering experience in a highly aggressive field; or equivalent
combination of education and experience; and 

2 to 3 years of experience in LMR � Public Safety network design, with multiple technology
platforms in the LMR industry. 

 

Other Qualifications: 

�         Knowledge and experience in designing systems with multiple Motorola Technology
Platforms, i.e. Conventional and Trunking (SmartNet, Astro25 SmartZone and Omnilink), E911,
Fixed Data, Mobile Data, etc.; 

�         Knowledge in designing systems with EADS,  EF Johnson and M/A Com equipment; 

�         Working knowledge of LAN/WAN equipment and concepts; 

�         Effective Oral/Written Communications Skills; 

�         Proven customer skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all
levels of personnel both internally and externally (within vendor and end-customer
environment); 

�         Aggressive/Creative Problem Solving Skills; ability to get things done in a
multi-organizational environment; 

�         Familiar with the industry's regulating bodies (such as FCC, FAA); 

�         Proficient in Microsoft office, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and MS Project and
the Internet; and 

�         US Citizenship may be required for specific projects.
 
 
 
 
 

 
Contact Information 
 
 
Company: Focus Technology Consulting 
Contact: Marc Apolito 
Email: [email protected] 
Phone: 240-454-6413 
Fax: 413-254-6413