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Associate Radio Frequency Engineer

The Associate Radio Frequency Engineer is responsible for supporting the planning, operations and optimization of wireless networks and systems. He/She configures the network infrastructure necessary for wireless communications, and monitors and troubleshoots issues to maintain the quality and performance of wireless networks. He also ensures that wireless network activities are documented appropriately and in compliance with the required procedures and standards. He is familiar with wireless networking technologies, and proficient in the use of simulation software, programming languages and database servers. The Associate Radio Frequency Engineer is detail-oriented and enjoys problem-solving or troubleshooting. He works well in teams and is able to prioritize tasks effectively.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills & Competencies

Business Environment Analysis
Proficiency Level
"Utilise a range of data sources to analyse information to derive business environmental patterns and produce reports to present findings"
2
Business Needs Analysis
Proficiency Level
"Document business requirements and identify basic needs as well as potential solutions"
2
Cyber and Data Breach Incident Management
Proficiency Level
"Troubleshoot incidents, escalate alerts to relevant stakeholder, and analyze root causes and implications of incidents "
3
Emerging Technology Synthesis
Proficiency Level
Conduct research and identify opportunities for new and emerging technology to support the business.
3
Infrastructure Deployment
Proficiency Level
Set up and remove basic infrastructure and associated equipment, and run basic tests on the onsite systems, infrastructure components and equipment
1
Deploy, deactivate and decommission infrastructure components, verify performance through installation tests, and resolve basic infrastructure deployment issues
2

Generic Skills & Competencies

Problem Solving
Proficiency Level
Identify easily perceivable problems and follow given guidelines and procedures to solve the problems.
Basic
Communication
Proficiency Level
"Communicate information with others to respond to general inquiries and to obtain specific information. "
Basic
Computational Thinking
Proficiency Level
Use computational models, tools and techniques to identify patterns in a problem and develop a solution.
Basic
Sense Making
Proficiency Level
Identify relationships and linkages within different components of data.
Basic
Teamwork
Proficiency Level
Facilitate work team activities, provide assistance and support needed by team members and promote ownership and commitment among team members to work goals to improve team performance.
Intermediate

Critical Work Functions and Key Tasks

Design wireless network and infrastructure

• Conduct site surveys and gather requirements for the expansion or setup of wireless networks 
• Draft technical proposals and propose recommendations for deployment of wireless networks 
• Document wireless network infrastructure and design 
• Conduct research on new technologies for wireless networking and radio frequency transmission 

Deploy wireless networks and infrastructure

• Configure and install wireless network equipment 
• Conduct interference analysis 
• Identify potential defects in wireless network infrastructure and software 
• Perform routine backups and administer disaster recovery protocols as required 
• Prepare technical specifications and documents to procure wireless network equipment

Optimise wireless network performance

• Support the planning and execution of radio frequency tests and measurements 
• Prepare reports on radio network drive tests 
• Conduct performance monitoring for wireless networks and ensure alignment with defined metrics

Manage wireless network security

• Monitor radio frequency signals and traffic for irregularities 
• Track and document network security incidents 
• Coordinate and configure network access and controls

Troubleshoot wireless communication issues

• Identify and troubleshoot wireless network issues in accordance with standards and procedures 
• Coordinate with field engineers to rectify wireless network issues 
• Document wireless network issues and resolution

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