Radio Frequency Engineering
Design, deploy and maintain radio frequency infrastructure for IT systems and wireless communication networks
Type
Functional
Competency Area
Hazards Management
Levels
Set up and tune radio frequency (RF) and analyse faults
Configure and deploy RF and analogue elements using appropriate tools and test equipment
Incorporate hardware and/or firmware modifications
Monitor performance indications of system and equipment
Identify faults and escalate where necessary in accordance with organisational procedures
Conduct unit testing and user confidence checks
Manage system-wide radio frequency (RF) faults to optimise performance
Identify requirements of RF sub-systems and perform integration
Simulate RF circuit designs and components
Investigate and resolve system-wide fault conditions
Calibrate and tune equipment and systems to optimise RF performance
Develop maintenance schedules and procedures for RF equipment and systems
Analyse performance to recommend
Design and evaluate radio frequency (RF) performance
Establish RF requirements and performance standards
Develop RF system architectures and ensure compliance to regulatory standards
Establish test specifications and methods
Oversee upgrades and modifications of equipment and systems
Apply best practices in the design of RF equipment and systems
Evaluate performance to prioritise improvements