Tait Radio Engineer in Portland, OR
Overview
You will own the design, deployment, and maintenance of Tait radio systems for clients across Portland, ensuring mission-critical communications run without failure. You will work with a team of engineers and project managers, directly interfacing with clients to define requirements and deliver solutions. This role offers the chance to work on complex public safety and utility networks, with direct impact on system reliability.
What You'll Do7
- 1Design Tait radio network architectures, including coverage and capacity planning, for new and existing client sites.
- 2Install and configure Tait base stations, repeaters, and consoles, ensuring alignment with specifications.
- 3Program and test portable and mobile Tait radios, including encryption and trunking features.
- 4Troubleshoot and resolve RF interference, coverage gaps, and hardware failures using diagnostic tools and test equipment.
- 5Lead on-site commissioning and acceptance testing for Tait systems, documenting results and delivering training to client staff.
- 6Collaborate with project managers to scope tasks, estimate timelines, and communicate technical status to stakeholders.
- 7Maintain and update system documentation, including schematics and configuration records.
Requirements6
- 15+ years of hands-on experience with Tait radio systems in a field engineering role.
- 2Deep knowledge of Tait products, including DMR and P25 protocols.
- 3Proficiency in RF theory, antenna systems, and propagation modeling.
- 4Experience with network management software and radio programming tools.
- 5Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
- 6Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to client sites in the Portland metro area.
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