Ali Ali
Columbus, Ohio 43202
beyu10@gmail.com
+1-614-598-9989
EDUCATION
The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 2006 -- 2010
B.S. Electrical and Computer Engineering Overall GPA: 3.32/4.0
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
Hardware & Design Tools
· Cadence, Agilent, VHDL, Lab View, SPICE, Modelsim, Network Analyzers,
Spectrum Analyzers, Power and Noise Meters, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes.
Software
· MATLAB, Mathcad, Maple, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Xilinx, OS Platforms:
Windows, Linux/Unix, Mac OS X, iOS, Android, MapInfo, TEMS, MS Streets &
Trips, Oracle, JDSU/Agilent, XCAL, TEMS, NEMO, Street Atlas
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Avion Systems, Columbus Ohio
LTE Drive Test Engineer
March 2013 – May 2013
· Performed drive testing using JDSU/Agilent E6474A wireless network optimization
software.
· Performed individual sector tests, single site verification (SSV), cluster baseline,
inter-radio access technology (IRAT) exit routes, inter-frequency hand off (IFHO) exit
routes, and cluster re-drives.
· Analyze and Measure the LTE Parameters like RSRP, RSSI, RSRQ,SINR and CQI
Measurement.
· Collect both scanner and UE data (SC, RSCP and Ec/No, RSSI) for all the detected
cells.
· Performed Stationary test at the cell sites to check/verify the throughput (DL/UL)
· Perform CSFB testing to verify LTE call success rate and call drop rate, speedtest and
E911.
· Experienced in using QXDM (Qualcomm) Professional to test LTE handsets.
· Experienced in using Street Atlas and microsoft streets and trips tools for the
navigation of drives routes.
Verveba Telecom, Cincinnati Ohio
RF Drive Tester
January 2013 - March 2013
· Performed drive testing using TEMS Investigation software.
· Performed in Building walk testing using JDSU/Agilent software
· Worked on Alcatel Lucent Metro Cell site survey project to improve AT&T coverage
and capacity.
Pioneer Cell, Hilliard, OH
RF Engineer Intern
June 2009- December 2011
· Working directly with lead RF engineer to monitor and record cell site signal strength.
· Assist RF engineer in cell site troubleshooting including dropped calls, poor coverage,
and overloaded circuits.
· Experience with CW testing, TEMS, and Agilent equipment.
· CDMA, IDEN, EVDO, GSM drive data collection / documentation / analysis.
· Perform coverage, capacity, and performance activities.
· Design sites, perform rooftop surveys, and evaluate existing sites to improve network
coverage through site modification with antenna / azimuth changes.
· Support engineering and technical staff, as well as provide engineering support to
sales and customers by responding to customer and employee network complaints.
· Promoted to engineer, managing projects and responsible for training new employees.
Appen Butler Hill, Columbus, OH
Web Search Evaluator
Feb 2012 – February 2013
· Work remotely as an independent consultant under contract providing feedback on
search engine results for major internet search provider.
· Reviewed and rated web content using a web application to support measurement of
search data relevance.
· Measured the relevance and usefulness of web pages in correlation to predefined
queries according to detailed criteria
· Performed web-search evaluation using Excel spreadsheets and an annotation tool.
· Gained excellent web research skills and analytical abilities working independently,
under minimal supervision while maintain high quality work.
Elevate Learning, Columbus, OH
Online Math tutor
October 2012 – March 2013
· One-on-one math tutor helping students learn and understand math & reading
concepts.
· Tutored students from elementary school to high school level.
· Used virtual whiteboard requiring students to write out and solve problems step by
step.
· Set up individualized program for each student to monitor their progress.
· Kept students engaged in the learning process, leading to increased proficiency and
greater concept retention.
Apple Inc (Kelly Services), Columbus, OH
Support Advisor
Jan 2011 - Dec 2011
· Worked from home as an AppleCare expert providing customers technical support for
Apple products from iPhones to iPads to MacBooks to iMacs.
· Probed, analyzed, isolated and resolved a wide variety of complex technical customer
issues.
· Mac/PC helpdesk hardware and software support/troubleshoot and issue resolution.
· Logging of calls from customers onto an Apple database and following escalation
procedures to resolve problems or issues.
· Gained valuable experience in both analytical/technical skills and empathy/customer
service skills.
· Worked in a fast-paced environment under tight guidelines and minimal supervision.
The Ohio State University, Fisher College of Business, Columbus, OH
Patent Research Assistant Intern
June 2007 -- June 2010
· Worked on the Lexis-Nexis online database & collected press release articles on IT,
chemical and pharmaceutical companies.
· Analyzed and coded the articles on Microsoft Access/Excel.
· Setup a patent database on Microsoft Access using data collected.
· Collected PR releases on companies Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings.
· Promoted to lead student researcher, supervised and trained new work-study students.
Teleperformance USA, Columbus, OH
Technical Support Advisor
June 2005 -- April 2006
· Provided technical support and customer service to cable internet customers in a call
center environment.
· Assisted customers with installation of cable modems, wireless routers and LAN
configuration.
· Tested and remotely repaired customer cable modems.
· Configured high speed internet and email on Windows and Macintosh computers.
· Assisted customers with installation and troubleshooting of network firewalls and
anti- virus software.
· Prepared work orders to dispatch field technicians to customer's address, when unable
to troubleshoot and resolve customer's issues on the phone.
· Promoted to Tier II technical support.