Configuration, testing, maintenance and optimization of all access nodes for the CDMA, WiMAX, LTE and NextNet Expedience networks; interfacing with RF group for RF Propagation, Capacity Planning and Optimization; interfacing with Core Switching Group for the configuration and maintenance of the core nodes; and interfacing with interconnected service providers to plan and maintain the transport of voice traffic
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages day-to-day operations of Logical Access Network.
Interfaces with the Network Core team to maintain, optimize and troubleshoot all performance issues relating to the core
Provides technical input to network design and optimization changes and expansion
Receives assignments in form of objectives with goals; determines use of resources to meet schedules and goals.
Provides guidance to staff within latitude of established company policies.
Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization.
Maintains and manages network topology to include both access and transport nodes and links
Manages and ensures timeliness of network backups, to include, but not limited to OMMB for WiMAX, CDMA and LTE, Media Gateway, BSC and NextNet provisioning server
Interfaces with sales, operations and customers to resolve all network access issues.
Meets performance objectives and implementation timelines for all network related infrastructure, including but not limited to data, transmission facilities, voice platform, and microwaves
Understands issues involved with administering and maintaining wireless data routing infrastructure including but not limited to network connectivity, CDMA/Wimax core, backhaul, ISP connectivity and other key network systems
Plans network upgrades and changes with the view to improve network performance and customer experience
Develops or facilitates the development of, and the submission of MOPs for approval and execution
Maintain accurate records of all configuration parameters for the Access Network for WiMAX, CDMA, NextNet, and Microwave backbone transport networks
Maintain accurate logs of outage events, the network nodes affected and activities executed to remedy the outage
Maintain accurate logs of Moves, Adds and Changes in the Access Network and Network configuration
Facilitate the completion of RMAs of vendor equipment and keep documentation of the same
Receive, test and configure all network access Base Stations
Responsibility for the tidy appearance of all network site locations including, cabling, labeling, trays
Develop, record and manage all sparesfor the network access and backbone transport networks
Provide in-house technical training
Provide Tier 4 technical support
Perform other functions and duties relating to the access and transport networks that may be assigned from time to time
Skills Required
MINIMUM JOB ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Telecommunications Engineering or related discipline
5 years’ experience in the management of aspects of telecommunications networks
Knowledge of fixed and wireless LAN and WAN technologies as related to ISP/Core CDMA/WiMax/LTE networks.
Proficient in multiple operating systems (Microsoft, UNIX, Linux).
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated ability to successfully lead large and/or complex projects.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Understanding of multiple wireless technologies (voice and data) on one or more wireless network subsystems (CDMA/GSM/UMTS/Wimax/LTE).
Understanding of Motorola Expedience Platform.
Understanding of Redline, Dragon Wave and Radwin Microwave Systems
CCNA Certification or higher
WORKING CONDITIONS
Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work requires extensive work using a computer. Responsibilities will require evening and weekend work in response to needs of the systems being supported. The job will also entail extensive outdoor work to include physical labor like drilling, lifting, fitting, turning, nailing, climbing etc. You will be required to drive to locations to perform work, and carry materials for the work as needs be.
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