WAQAR KHAN

Cell: 801-898-1534

Email: longlivekhan2@gmail.com

SUMMARY

Associate RF Engineer with 5+ Years blend of Telecom experience in designing, optimization, collecting data and testing equipment that generates radio frequency and microwave signals, including associated transmissions and detection systems.

 

TECHICAL SKILLS

Ø    In-depth learning of GSM, CDMA, UMTS, WIMAX & LTE Network Architecture

Ø    Working knowledge of Optimization tools such as XCAP, ACTIX, and WINDCATER

Ø    Working knowledge of Drive Testing tools such as TEMS Investigation, X-Cal and Agilent

Ø    Experienced in Troubleshooting Laptop, Phone, GPS, HUB Ports and PCTEL Scanners.

Ø    Experienced in Troubleshooting Motorola, Samsung, Ericsson and Huawei Equipment.

Ø    Excellent communication skills, leadership qualities, systematic approach and ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.

 

RELEVANT COURSES

RF Tools	X-Cal, X-Cap, Planet, WINDCATER, TEMS Investigation v11, Nitro Agilent v7. 5, Map-info, ActixOne, Handy NEMO v3.4, Samsung BSM, Mobile Meridian, RealTimeTool, ALT, NetGeo, NRB ticket, NL Tool and SAM
Microsoft tools	Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Street & Trip, Access, and Visio

 

EXPERIENCE

 

Avion Systems

System Performance Engineer

Location: Utah (MTN region)

Nov14-present

 

·   Meet System Performance goals, e.g. Call Ineffective Attempts, Lost Calls, Setup Failures and Bearer Drops. Implement plans to improve the performance goals.

·   Specifically maximize the ability to connect to the network and improve the ability to retain a network connection without interruption, in the LTE, EvDO, and CDMA networks.

·   Monitor network performance (using SMS alerts, Real Time Tools, OM reports, Irisview, etc.) and implement corrective actions in a timely manner

·   Troubleshoot system problems such as dropped calls, dropped connections, handoff failures, failed originations, and interference issues. Implement corrective action in a timely manner.

·   Troubleshoot and resolve customer complaints and trouble tickets.

·   Utilize drive data and trouble ticket reports to determine areas that require improvement. Evaluate coverage problems and new service requirements for coverage cells.

·   Identify causes of RF interference, make recommendations and provide solutions for reducing interference.

·   Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol, routers, and peering

·   Interface with PM, real estate, construction, switch/field operations, engineering, sales, marketing and finance, legal and other team members to assure that Verizon’s network quality and financial objectives are met.  

  Lightbridge Communications Corporation (LCC) 

DT Lead Coordinator

Locations: Utah/Idaho/Colorado   

June 14-Nov14                                                             

 

·   Coordinating teams in the field to make sure all teams are equipped with appropriate hardware, drivers, and tools to perform required testing by VZW clients.

·   Scheduling teams efficiently to manage workloads during day and night drives.

·   Manage multiple markets with client managers to ensure adequate staffing levels are met and to make sure required data is uploaded properly.

·   Work with internal Project Managers to hire and allocate drive test teams as requested by clients

·   Created maps for approved area using MS streets and trips, GIS, MapInfo and Google earth.

·   Review generated VoLTE reports for approved maps, finalize and submit to VZW clients.

·   Assist the drive test teams in troubleshooting equipment issues and the primary point of contact for all logistical issues. Providing exceptional service to VZW Clients and VoLTE project.

 

Nexgen Wireless

Samsung-Sprint Vision

Associate RF Engineer

Locations: Utah/Idaho   

May 13- June 14                                                                              

·   Collected Project Deployment Data such as Baseline, Call Throughput Test Plan, Cluster Launch Acceptance, Cluster Acceptance, and Performance Drives (1xCDMA, 1xEVDO and 4G LTE)

·   Driving to sites and testing the throughputs DL/UL Rates using X-CAL 4G LTE software.

·   Driving on Circular CW and CCW direction to perform the Intra-Handover Sector Test and Throughput (alpha to beta, beta to gamma and gamma to alpha).

·   E911 testing done in both 1xCDMA 800FA/1900FA Test Frequency.

·   Assisted RF Engineer with Migration cluster cutover for commercial traffic.

·   Assisted RF Engineer in troubleshooting IVHHO, IFHHO Scenarios.

·   Assisted RF Engineer with converting drive data, processing using X-Cap software to analyze cluster performance, Ineffective attempts, and block/dropped calls.

·   Assisted RF Engineer with Optimization and Performance Assurance such as, poorly defined, neighbor list, pilot pollution, high traffic areas, and Co-PN interference.

·   Assisted RF Engineer with Samsung BTS/MMBS hardware issues.

·   Perform Real-Time optimization in the field to troubleshoot worst performing sectors.

·   Create No-Harm report, Test Validation Worksheet (TVW) and X-Cal Drives snapshots.

 

 

WirelessWerks

Associate RF Engineer

Locations: Salt Lake City, UT

Feb11-May13

 

·               RNC Rehome testing on a UMTS/GSM network.

·               Sector level parameter built Neighbor list and tuning.

·               Preparation of -No-Harm reports for migrated sites.

·               E911 Sector Testing insuring accurate phone number, Site Address, and call Phase.

·               E911 testing done in both UMTS 850/1900 locked and 3G IRAT to 2G modes.

·               Manual call testing to assure proper call connection (mobile to mobile, mobile to land line, land line to  mobile, and  voicemail test). Experience in Handy NEMO Software v3.40.

·               HSDPA testing, 4G LTE network testing.

·               All testing done on Alpha Beta and Gamma Sectors for each BTS.

·               Detailed manual error reporting using Excel to report issues to AT&T RF Engineer and WirelessWerks Project Coordinator.

 

GTL-MARS GROUP.

Associate RF Engineer

Client: AT&T

Locations: Chicago, IL

Nov10-Dec11

 

·   Conducted drive test for Coverage Verification, Site integration and Site Acceptance using TEMS

·   Analyzed and post processed data gathered during drive test using ACTIX Analyzer and MapInfo.

·   Ensured the proper collection and maintenance of BSS parameters and maintains database of all the sites that evolve during optimization process.

·   Formulated drive route definitions for upcoming and existing sites.

·   Monitored and analyzed the daily performance reports/statistics from OSS.

·   Interpreted, analyzed and evaluated network performance through KPI values.

·   Implemented proposed network enhancements and solutions to improved network functionality.

·   Recommended hardware modification such as antenna tilting, re-orientation.

 

EDUCATION

Associate of Per-Engineering (APE) Degree

References:

SAMSUNG RF: Ziyad Habib          (801)919-4577