**Company Summary** EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products. Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV. **Department Summary** Surpassing network limitations of the past, our Wireless Development organization is building the country’s first cloud-native, standalone 5G wireless network. This is the foundation of a connected world flexible enough to satisfy all the social, economic and transformative needs of today and the future. **Job Duties and Responsibilities** **Key Responsibilities:** + Conduct RF design and optimization for the deployment of the first standalone 5G broadband network in the US. + Manage propagation modeling, prediction, and equipment/power configurations for Macro Cell deployment. + Collaborate with eNB/RAN and UE teams to develop RF solutions, including site-level RF link budget adjustments. + Evaluate and select site candidates, perform site walks, and coordinate call testing and optimization activities. + Work with RF Management to set design criteria, perform traffic analysis, and update performance parameters for continuous improvement. + Lead projects independently, coach junior engineers, and develop innovative solutions to complex RF engineering challenges. **Skills, Experience and Requirements** **Education and Experience:** + BSEE/BSCSdegree and/or at least 5+ years of relevant LTE RF Design working experience + 6+ years overall wireless experience in Design/Optimization or Operations roles including RF support of site acquisition and site construction teams + Related degree and experience will be taken into consideration in lieu of BSEE/BSCS **Skills and Qualifications:** + Expertise in 4G/5G and NR theory, with practical experience in cellular/mobile technologies. + Mastery in macro and small cell RF design, including development, operations, RF KPIs, and 3GPP link budget maintenance. + Proficient in LTE design and optimization, including calibration, equipment setup, and data processing. + Advanced knowledge of industry propagation/planning tools (e.g., Planet, Atoll) and experience with model calibrations. + Skilled in drive test data post-processing, frequency planning, interference analysis, and database maintenance using tools like Windcatcher, Actix, or Accuver. + In-depth understanding of equipment co-location requirements and expertise in inter-modulation and external interference analysis. **Salary Ranges** Compensation: $96,250.00/Year - $137,500.00/Year **Benefits** We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits . The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled. We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless. Please note that you may redact or remove any information that identifies age, date of birth or dates of school attendance/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our interview process.