Overview
We are looking for an Experienced Senior Telecommunications Specialist with a strong operational and technical background across wireless and wired communication technologies, with demonstrated expertise in Wi-Fi systems, Cellular and Radio technologies, SDH/PDH multiplexing, Microwave links, LoRaWAN deployments and routing & switching. Also a proven track record supporting pre-sales engineering (including PoC designs and builds), technical support, project delivery and design activities within Commercial, Government and MoD environments.
Role and Responsibilities.
* Working with stakeholders to establish requirements.
* Support Cellular and Radio technologies, including integration, performance monitoring and optimisation across mobile and private networks.
* Support SDH/PDH based transport networks and interfaces for legacy and modern telecom infrastructures.
* Develop and support LoRaWAN IoT networks, including coverage planning, gateway deployment, and network server integration.
* Design and support Microwave Point-to-Point/ Point-to-Multipoint systems for backhaul and connectivity solutions.
* Design and implement scalable and secure network architectures.
* Evaluate & recommend networking technologies and equipment.
* Configure, manage & troubleshoot routing & switching equipment across enterprise and service provider environments and technologies; inclusive of Layer-2 and Layer-3 routing protocols, VLANs.
* Build, maintain and control all designs, configuration and policy documents.
* Provide technical support both internally and externally.
* Identify and manage risks.
* Assist with providing migration plans.
* Assist with ensuring governance and policies are met.
* Manage and control Engineering department functions, such as; Firmware change control, overseeing the wider team and engineering tasks/requirements and RMAs.
* Work with the Project Manager, Field Manager and Departmental Director for all resourcing and tasking requirements.
* Engage with the Sales team & control pre-sales engineering requirements.
Employment History & Experience.
The candidate will ideally hold a Batchelor's degree with a telecommunication discipline, or a related field and/or a minimum of 8 years experience within the telecommunications industry.
* Delivered level 1-3 technical support in fast-paced environments, resolving customer issues related to connectivity, hardware/software faults and service degradations.
* Engaged in pre-sales engineering activities, including customer requirements capture, technical presentations, solution design, bill of materials (BOM) preparation and partner engagement.
* Built and executed Proof of Concepts (PoCs) for customers to validate proposed solutions and technologies.
* Led or supported telecom and network projects from inception through to delivery, including site surveys, design documents, installation, commissioning and test plans.
* Produced details design documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, network diagrams, test specification and operational records.
* Ensures all implementations complied with documented specifications, industry standards and client requirements.
* Participated in tender processes, supporting proposals with technical input, pricing assumptions, solution architecture and compliance matrices.
* Experience preparing formal responses to tender submissions and maintaining accurate design and document records throughout project lifecycles.
Skills & Competencies.
The candidate will need to demonstrate a high percentage of the below areas:
Technical attributes.
* Wireless and Radio: (Wi-Fi (enterprise), cellular interfaces, RF fundamentals, microwave link technologies.
* Transport & Multiplexing: SDH/PDH fundamentals, optical and radio transport systems.
* IoT Networks: LoRaWAN architecture and deployment.
* Routing and Switching: Later-2/3 technologies ideally to CCNA level.
* Experience with firewalls, VPNs and network security measures.
* Experience with currant transport services, (EAD, Etherway as example).
* PoC test setups and benchmarking.
* Documentation: High/low-level designs, BoMs, test plans, change control records.
* Experience with remote management platforms, including deployment & support.
* Develop and control test reports.
* Manage and control customer base firmware change control.
Professional Attributes.
* Strong problem-solving, analytical and stakeholder communication skills.
* Experience with pre-sales and technical interfacing with customers and internal teams.
* Ability to work across multi-disciplinary projects and customer base.
* Work to formal quality and process frameworks and provide input on improvements needed or build processes & frameworks to assist the business.
* Proficient in MS365 applications (Sharepoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio).
* Experience utilising network design & architecture principles.
* Security Clearance as a minimum ( eligible to apply for SC).
Personal Attributes.
* Ability to work within a fast-paced environment.
* Flexibility.
* Keen to learn.
* Keen to share experience and knowledge with he wider team and business.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong communication skills, both written & verbal.
* Interest in keeping up-to-date with the latest and upcoming technologies.
Advantageous skills & experience.
* Knowledge & understanding of synchronisation principles (Frequency & phase, SyncE, PtP).
* Knowledge and understanding of Satellite & Cellular Communications (2G,4G/5G).
* Worked within Ministry of Defence (MoD) or equivalent security-focused environments, adhering to strict process, documentation, compliance and security requirements.
Compensation.
* Basic Salary £40000-£55000 per annum depending on applicant experience.
* 20 days annual leave plus public holidays and birthday leave.
* Pension scheme enrolment after 3 months.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person