field test engineer-e911 Job in Telecommute

The Switch/SCOUT Engineer will specifically support the E911 project by:

·         Supporting call testing efforts, such as setting up called numbers and ensuring proper tasking of calls over Lb (avoid double taskings)

·         Adding / removing / maintaining SS7 F-link links configurations

·         Updating SCOUT configuration due to LAC/CI mismatches, rehomes, GPS coordinates, T1 re-mapping (line coding, ds0 data)

·         Supporting other basic SCOUT configuration functions as needed

·         Maintaining all location related Core Network equipment according to TruePosition or the equipment manufacturer’s policies and procedures

·         Loading configuration files

·         Troubleshooting LMU issues

·         Supporting the commissioning of system components and LMU sites

·         Troubleshoot T1/ds0 issues

·         Supporting the TruePosition LMU software upgrade

·         Support BSC migration/Rehomes

JOB OBJECTIVE:

To operate and perform thorough testing of a Wireless Location System (WLS) in preparation for deployment to customers.  The Field Test Engineer will be responsible for all test activities at the customer location.

DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Implement tests as specified in the various test plans they have developed or developed by other Test Engineers.

·         Development of detailed test procedures. 

·         Execute step-by-step test procedures, develop test scripts, perform initial determination of test pass/fail, identify and document encountered problems, interpret test results and generate test reports as required.  

·         Demonstration of the system with customer personnel

·         Direct various company personnel on all associated tasks and provide status reports to all applicable customer and company personnel. 

·         May also perform various training courses for the customer.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:  

·         BS or equivalent experience in engineering Math or Computer Science

Experience:

·         3+ years experience in the development and execution of system test plans at customer locations, preferably in the telecommunications market. 

·         System Test experience

·         UNIX experience

·         Network engineering experience

·         Extensive experience working in a field environment with customer personnel is preferred.

 

Requirements:

·         Motivated, and able to work extended hours as needed.

·         Ability to work in a team environment, as well as individually.

·         Ability to travel (both domestic and international) is required.

·         Laptop and Cell Phone

 

Qualifications:

·         At least 5 years of experience in the field of cell-site or Telco equipment installation and commissioning. 

·         Knowledge of Nokia, Nortel, Ericcson, and Lucent BTS preferred.