Senior Frequency Planning & Licensing Specialist

Senior Frequency Planning & Licensing Specialist

We are seeking a Senior Frequency Planning & Licensing Specialist to support statewide Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems. This role will be on-demand, meaning hours will fluctuate based on project needs. Candidates must be experienced in FCC licensing, frequency planning, and regulatory compliance for public safety communications systems. This role will be very sporadic and could anywhere from 0hrs to 20hrs/week as work comes in unexpectedly and will be sent to this resource for assistance. An exact work schedule can be discussed further in the interview process.

Location: Dimondale, MI (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement LMR systems (conventional and trunked) in VHF, UHF, and 7/800 MHz bands
• Conduct frequency planning and secure FCC licensing for statewide LMR systems
• Ensure compliance with FCC Part 90 regulations and 4.9 GHz migration and re-licensing
• Coordinate with FCC-certified frequency coordinators and 7/800 MHz Regional Planning Committees (RPCs)
• Collaborate on spectrum sharing agreements with Canada
• Support statewide public safety communications projects

Required Skills and Experience

• 10 or more years of experience in LMR system design and implementation
• 5 or more years of experience in statewide LMR system planning and deployment
• 5 or more years of experience in FCC licensing and frequency coordination
• Expertise in public safety communications and regulatory compliance
• Experience with FCC-certified frequency coordinators and 7/800 MHz RPCs
• Strong knowledge of FCC regulations, including Part 90 and 4.9 GHz rules
• Familiarity with international coordination rules with Canada