RF & Communications Engineer (Junior/Senior)
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RF & Communications Engineer supporting a metropolitan transit agency's spectrum transition from 900 MHz to 800 MHz, performing RF analysis, interference investigation, field testing, and system validation for mission-critical communications infrastructure.
About this role
Pay: $60-$85 hourly, depending on experience
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and other company-sponsored benefits
Are you passionate about RF systems, wireless communications, and solving complex technical challenges? Do you enjoy working on large-scale infrastructure projects that directly support public transportation and mission-critical operations?
PEMCCO is seeking a RF & Communications Engineer (Junior/Senior) to support a major metropolitan transit agency's 900 MHz to 800 MHz spectrum transition initiative. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced engineering professionals while supporting critical radio communications systems that help keep transit operations running safely and efficiently.
Whether you're an early-career engineer looking to expand your experience or a seasoned communications professional with deep RF expertise, we'd like to hear from you.
About PEMCCO
PEMCCO is an Information Technology and Information Management (IT/IM) services firm that helps organizations maximize existing and emerging technologies to achieve their business objectives.
We live our culture through our core values of Loyalty, Integrity, and Commitment to our customers and team members. Our mission is simple: Live the Culture and Make It Happen.
Job Overview
As an RF & Communications Engineer, you will support engineering analysis, system performance evaluations, field testing, and technical assessments associated with a large-scale spectrum transition program.
You'll work within the client's engineering environment to help evaluate system readiness, investigate RF performance issues, support testing activities, and contribute to the successful modernization of mission-critical communications infrastructure.
This role is ideal for candidates with experience in RF engineering, land mobile radio (LMR), P25 systems, wireless communications, transit communications, or other mission-critical communications environments.
What You'll Do
- Evaluate RF system performance across existing 900 MHz and target 800 MHz environments
- Analyze interference, coverage, propagation, capacity, and system performance issues
- Support spectrum monitoring, field testing, and system validation activities
- Assist with engineering assessments related to spectrum transition and rebanding efforts
- Review technical documentation, system configurations, and engineering submittals
- Participate in field inspections, Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Document findings, technical observations, and project status updates
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, infrastructure, and project stakeholders
- Support communications systems integration efforts involving DAS, backhaul, OCC, and related technologies
What You Bring
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
- Experience in RF engineering, wireless communications, telecommunications, or communications systems engineering
- Knowledge of RF principles, wireless system performance, and spectrum management
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prepare technical documentation and communicate findings effectively
- Experience working independently and collaboratively in a professional engineering environment
Preferred Qualifications
- 8+ years of communications or RF engineering experience
- Experience with Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems, including P25 environments
- Experience supporting mission-critical communications systems
- Experience with 900 MHz to 800 MHz spectrum transition or rebanding projects
- Transit, rail, metro, or transportation communications experience
- Familiarity with Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS)
- Experience with microwave or backhaul communications systems
- Experience supporting Operations Control Center (OCC) environments
- Experience with FAT, SAT, commissioning, or system validation activities
- Knowledge of integrated transportation or advanced transportation management systems
Why Join PEMCCO?
- Support a high-visibility communications modernization initiative
- Work on mission-critical systems that support public transportation operations
- Gain valuable experience with advanced RF, wireless, and spectrum-transition technologies
- Collaborate with experienced engineering and transit professionals
- Contribute to infrastructure projects that have a direct impact on public safety and system reliability
- Join a company that values teamwork, professionalism, and technical excellence
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Additional company-sponsored benefits
Apply Today
If you're ready to apply your RF and communications engineering expertise to a major transit communications initiative, we encourage you to apply.
Join PEMCCO and help support the modernization of critical communications systems that keep public transportation networks connected, reliable, and ready for the future.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PEMCCO, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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