Radio Engineer

Job Overview
This position is the recognized resource responsible for the development of radio programming files for distribution and installation. The role identifies existing and requests new Radio IDs, Talkgroups, and Encryption to develop and build templates installed into radios.

Key Responsibilities

Duty 1: Radio Programming Templates

Identify radio programming needs through written requests, user contracts, or MPSCS-initiated changes.

Contact users to define and verify requested changes.

Develop prototype templates for field testing.

Request radio IDs and Talkgroup IDs for templates.

Build radio templates for all Metro Region radios (44,401 units).

Perform quality checks of templates for accuracy and error removal.

Build archives as required for distribution to field units.

Coordinate reprogramming of all appropriate field units.

Duty 2: Database Management

Compile, record, and enter data into EAM, Microsoft Access, and Excel.

Maintain equipment information in EAM and associated databases.

Determine billing levels appropriate for each template.

Perform quality checks of EAM and databases for accuracy.

Duty 3: Radio Programming

Program radios with appropriate templates and encryption codes.

Support field staff as required for programming.

Duty 4: Technical Support

Support NCC programming of IDs and Talkgroups.

Investigate radio operation issues on the system.

Evaluate new radios for compliance with technical and performance standards.

Test new programming software and provide field support.

Respond to requests for information regarding templates and records.

Duty 5: Miscellaneous

Respond to internal and external emails.

Record hours and activity reports.

Complete routine paperwork and records.

Maintain general housekeeping of the work area.

Qualifications

Three years experience as a Radio/Communications Technician.

Two years experience with P25 Radio Programming (Motorola & Kenwood).

Desired Experience

Military/Public Safety/Radio Communications experience.

Two-way radio experience.

Previous P25 encryption experience/KMF (AES).

Certificates and Licenses

FCC General Radio Telephone License, APCO Certificate, or equivalent.

May involve use of personal vehicle.

Education

No educational requirement.

Benefits
All employees are eligible for standard company benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, domestic partner status, marital status, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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