Proficient in using TEMS Discovery for analysis of drive test data and for Initial Tuning of LTE Network.
Strong working experience in RF shaping optimization, Neighbor List Optimization and Layer Management in Multi Technology / Multi Carrier / Multi Band Networks.
Detailed knowledge of RFDS data configuration sheet, plumbing diagram and site query tools.
Handling optimization of new sites and handles problems like Call drop, interference, handover frailer, handover reversion, in building problem, antenna tilting, competitive Drive Test.
Experience in Check and resolve 3G parameter discrepancies for Node B and adjacencies (3G to 3G, 3G to 2G, and 2G to 3G) especially after every network activity like BTS rehoming, LAC modification.
Excellent hands on experience on RF tools like, TEMS Investigation, TEMS Discovery, ACTIX Analyzer/Spotlight, Windcatcher, TEMS Discovery, ERICSSON OSS, BO, AMOS, MOSHELL & ITK.
Good experience with MCOM3g, MapInfo, and MS Access/Excel based tools.
Excellent knowledge of all RF Technologies like LTE/UMTS, GSM & CDMA.
Good team player with excellent communication, analytical, written and presentation skills and strong aptitude toward learning new technologies.

Technical Skills:

Technologies: - WCDMA, CDMA, GSM, LTE.
RF Tools: Windcatcher, ACTIX ONE-Analyzer, ACTIX Spotlight, Xcap Xeus, JDSU, MapInfo, TEMS, AGILENT, MS Office, Planet , SQL, Samsung OSS, Net act (NOKIA) OSS, Ericsson OSS, Microsoft Street & Trips, MS Access.
Operating Systems: -Windows 98/XP/Vista/7.

Education:
Bachelors of Electronics and Communication Engineering, HNG University, India.

Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering, University of Bridgeport, CT, USA.
Work Experience:
RF Optimization Engineer October 2014-Present
Nexius Solutions Inc.
Responsibilities:
Analyze network KPI’s, troubleshoot issues, and be involved hands-on with day-to-day performance management / optimization
Perform parameter audits, conduct, pre-post analysis, and prepare performance reports.
Performing parameter retrieval/changes, alarm monitoring, and performance analysis on Samsung OSS.
Fine tuning of network through orientation changes and tilts of the antenna to ensure proper signal distribution for good RSCP & Ec/Io.

Optimizing the CDMA, EVDO & LTE neighbor list by adding and deleting the unnecessary neighbors.
Optimizing inter, intra frequency & IRET HO by fine tuning the HO parameters.
Analysis of Walk test for In-Building Systems (IBS) and optimizing network.
Troubleshooting and providing recommendations for issues like Tx1/Tx2 swaps feeder, Coverage holes, Traffic imbalance between LTE 2500 MHz, 1900 MHz & 800 MHz band, pilot pollution, parameter inconsistency, dropped and blocked calls etc.

Using Planet to generate the initial coverage predictions of the sites before launching to verify the proposed tilts on LTE/CDMA Sites, proposing antenna changes according to the coverage and quality requirement of the area.

LTE/CDMA/EVDO Sites Performance monitoring using Samsung OSS, Tablue, Cell App, Glance and Windcatcher (Drive Test Post processing)
Tools used: Map Info, JDSU, Samsung OSS, Windcatcher, Xeus, Planet, Google earth.

RF Optimization Engineer May 2012- October 2014 Mobbilecomm Professionals Inc.
Responsibilities:
Performed Initial RF Tuning and Pre-Launch Optimization.
RF Coverage optimization using antenna tilt and azimuth fine tuning for optimal coverage overlap and reduction of Pilot Pollution by Ec/No and RSCP improvements.
Identified Blocked calls, Dropped calls, Delay/Throughput for UE Tuning.
Worked on P-CPICH RSCP, P-CPICH Ec/NO to minimize Interference and coverage holes.
Worked on call setup rate, Dropped calls, Handover Success Rate, BLER and Throughput for Improving the KPI’s.
Pre-Launch and Post-Launch Processing of TEMS 8.2.5 and Agilent 12.0 data on Actix Spotlight, Layer 3 Message analysis of voice and data call.
Parameter recommendation for achieving proper traffic distribution between UMTS Layer and GSM network.
Neighbor optimization for Intra Frequency, Inter frequency and IRAT handover.
Soft Handoff analysis with various SHO trigger events and threshold fine tuning for optimum Soft/Hard HO performance.
Antenna azimuth verifications and modifications to obtain optimum coverage.
Troubleshooting problems like missing neighbors, coverage holes, pilot pollution areas, areas of no dominance, code plan problems, overshooting sites, parameter
Inconsistency etc. through drive log analysis.
Tools used: Map Info, TEMS, NSN OSS, Actix.

RF Engineer January 2012- May 2012
Mobbilecomm Professionals Inc.
Responsibilities:
LOS survey & Analyze the feasibility & Requirements of Microwave Transmission Links.
Performance calculation, path profile analysis, Fresnel zone clearance calculation etc.
Decide LOS Status site to far end.
Responsible to provide transmission details and antenna placement in the report.
Make recommendation link for difficult link up.
Determine Antenna azimuth and suitable heights for microwave antenna for Fresnel zone
Clearance at both ends.
Responsible to making LOS survey reports and Quality control of LOS Report.
Tool Used: GPS, Rangefinder, binocular, Digital camera, Flash Light

Associate RF Engineer March 2011- November 2011
Mobbilecomm Professionals Inc.
Responsibilities:
Find out any coverage issues (overshooting cells, pilot pollution, best server signal strength, pilot Ec/No measurements, interference)

Drive test analysis, Post processing, call flows studies, Drop calls, handover process, Pilot Channel RSCP Level and Interference Ec/No.

Coordinated with RF Engineers with Pre launch optimization as well as post launch optimization of 3G network using analysis tools Actix and TEMS 8.2.5/10.1.2.

Perform drive testing/data collection in various wireless networks (UMTS/GSM).

Support RNC Rehome design for cluster migrations and coordination with internal team and customer during troubleshooting of migration/rehome-related issues.

On air site verification for E911 Phase 0, Phase I and Phase II implementation and GPRS testing.
Support KPI monitoring before and after RNC rehome/migration, identify issues, analyze and troubleshoot and escalate as needed for resolution.

Ensure all optimization work meets agreed-upon Key Performance Indicator (KPI) criteria by launch date scheduled with the customer.

Use of Post processing tool such TEMS Investigation & Visualization & Actix Spotlight for drive-test route analysis.

Drive Test Analysis of 3G Coverage and Quality, Call Event Analysis (Voice / Video / PS / HSDPA), Handover Analysis, and Missing Neighbor Analysis (3G-3G, 3G-2G, 2G-3G) using post-processing tool (ACTIX Spotlight).

Perform Secure Site Verification (SSV) test for various cell sites on pre-launch of new 3G cell sites.