Job Description

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Associate RF Engineer in the VA, NC, or SC (must be willing to commute to one of the following cities Raleigh, NC; Charlotte, NC; Columbia, SC; Charleston, SC; Richmond, VA; or Manassas, VA) area to support our fast-growing Data division.

MCA seeks team members who share our values: service, growth, teamwork, and safety. As a Military Friendly Employer, we welcome veterans, with over 250 already on board. Join us and become part of the MCA family, where we prioritize both work and enjoyment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holiday Pay, Education Incentives, and more. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Designing and quoting cellular and ERCES In-Building Distributed Antenna Systems. 
• Reviewing the efforts of in-house installers and technicians. 
• Managing project progression up to construction kick-off. 
• Delivering results on established expectations and priorities, identifying obstacles, and issues, and communicating to achieve resolution of assigned tasks.  
• Meeting with carriers, AHJs, end users, and vendors. 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, required. 
• 1+ years of research and/or industry experience in RF.   
• Proficiency with iBwave, AutoCAD and/or Visio. 
• Basic understanding of AutoCAD, HFSS, and circuit simulation and modeling tools. 
• Basic understanding of RF Circuits and wireless systems. 
• Deliver results on established expectations and priorities, identify obstacles and issues, and communicate to achieve resolution for assigned tasks. 
• Participate and work well within a cross-functional team to achieve desired results.  
• Good computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office, and software design experience. 
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical environment requires the employee to work primarily inside and occasionally outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear; lift (overhead, waist level) from the floor, bending, frequently utilize near vision use for reading and computer use; occasionally move equipment weighing up to 15 pounds, and frequently position self to maintain computers or other equipment as needed.

While the primary duties of this job will be to work inside, the employee may be required to visit job sites for design verification. In addition to the above, this will also require the employee utilize personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to potentially hazardous materials; be able to handle semi-frequent stressful conditions (cardiovascular), sometimes work in outdoor weather conditions, occasionally ascend/descend a ladder, operate a motor vehicle, frequently position self to maintain equipment as needed.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel as necessary to support company and customer needs. 

DIRECT REPORTS:

No Direct Reports

WHO WE ARE

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education, healthcare, utilities, and government. In addition to being the largest Motorola partner in the U.S., MCA has strategic partnerships with over 1,000 major manufacturers to offer an extensive portfolio of products and technologies. 

WHAT WE BELIEVE

We are better together through the MCA Way: living our core values of Service First, Growth, Teamwork, and Safety. We take our work and customers seriously and believe our best work can be fun. A component of our business that embodies the MCA advantage is our “Service First DNA” culture. Service isn’t just a motto for MCA, it’s an integral part of who we are and goes beyond our customers to our employees, partners, shareholders, and communities.  

NOTE: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Mobile Communications America, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace and is an Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity. At MCA, we are “better together.”

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