Private Wireless Network Engineer-**TRAINING PROVIDED**

Private Wireless Network EngineerCommunication Technology Services (CTS) is one of the largest integrators and managed service providers in the US. In addition to Distributed Antenna System (DAS) and Small Cell, CTS designs, deploys, and manages private LTE and private 5G networks using CBRS, licensed spectrum, and neutral host architectures for enterprise environments where wireless coverage, mobility, security, and control are critical to operations. We offer our customers cutting edge solutions and have been involved in some of the most sophisticated enterprise cellular installations in the US.We are seeking a Private Wireless Network Engineer to help fuel our continued growth and expansion. Although this is primarily a remote role, it is highly preferred for someone residing near Phoenix, AZ.**THIS IS A JUNIOR ROLE/ TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED**The RoleYou will create Private Wireless Network (PWN) Designs, Proposals and Scope of Work Documentation in support of CTS' Sales & Sales Engineering TeamsCreate PWN RF designs using iBwave, Ranplan and eino prediction toolAbility to validate RF designs created by the design group and by other external partiesWork on the planning and sizing of the Core (EPC/5GC) components and the LAN infrastructure required to support a PWNCreate Core and LAN infrastructure layout and IP planning diagrams using Visio, Word and PowerPointGenerate accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for all components of a PWN based on the RF design, Core/LAN planning, required software licenses, engineering services and customer provided requirements documentationProduce accurate, construction-ready proposals based on PWN designs and BOMs utilizing the CTS quote book template and PowerPoint presentationsBuild a detailed scope of work (SOW) document describing the material, equipment and services pertaining to a proposal created for a PWNManage internal and external customer expectations with regard to delivery timelines and high quality communication, while maintaining a service-oriented point of viewParticipate in customer meetings, exploratory site walks, scope discovery meetings for projects to make informed design decisions, create and manage a positive relationship with customer personnel and positively represent CTSSpecific Job Knowledge, Skill and AbilityBasic knowledge of RF wave propagation theory and MNO (AT&T, Verizon & T-Mobile) owned spectrum bands in the US. Even better if aware of the CBRS frequency band, the 3-tiers of spectrum access and the role of a Spectrum Access System (SAS)Basic knowledge of 4G/5G systemsBasic networking knowledge (TCP IP layers & protocols) along with high level LAN/WAN infrastructure knowledge GPON and SD-WAN infrastructure knowledge will be a plusAcquire knowledge and stay up to date with regards to the PWN RAN equipment manufacturers and their respective deployment architectures Work on defining best install practices for each RAN vendor we work withLearn RF Math, spectrum planning and capacity calculations so as to apply it on PWN RF designsKnowledge of the core (EPC/5GC) deployment options and best deployment practices to meet customer's performance and budget requirements Basic knowledge of public cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) infrastructure and services would be a plusPerform ISP backhaul requirement calculations; and accurately plan, scale & size the core supporting infrastructure (software licenses for core, servers, SFPs, LAN infrastructure, etc)Able to receive floor plan prints in various formats, organize and perform take-offs of designs embedded in prints or CDsAble to constructively communicate with design teams (internal & external) to address issues or deviance from scope in design productBasic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Visio)High energy, attention to detail, timeliness, team work, positive attitude, adaptability, self-motivation, and high reliabilityAble to travel to customer meetings and perform site walks nationally (travel up to 25% of the time)Attend in-person and virtual training pertaining to the job as requiredHave the willingness and ability to learn new technical concepts and acquire new skill-setsRequirements:Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Ideally Telecommunications/Electrical Engineering or similar experience. High school degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience will be consideredPhysical Requirements:Able to work at a PC for extended hours, able to travel (by flight or drive) to site walks, able to walk for extended hours (4+) on longer site walks in indoor and outdoor environments, able to physically attend PWN and Regional team meetings when necessarySalary 70-90K commensurate with experienceThis is full time, salaried position and we offer benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD and Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and 401(k).