FAQs
What is the job title for the position being advertised?
The job title is RF Engineer - Entry Level.
What is the company overview for Motorola Solutions?
Motorola Solutions is committed to helping people be their best during critical moments by solving for safety. They focus on developing mission-critical communication devices, AI-powered video security, and integrating voice, video, and data for safe collaboration among public safety agencies and enterprises.
What department will the RF Engineer be working in?
The RF Engineer will be part of the Central Coverage Design Team (CCDT), which specializes in RF propagation studies for two-way radio communication systems.
What are some of the main responsibilities of the RF Engineer?
The responsibilities include understanding customer requirements, performing radio coverage propagation analysis, conducting voice and data capacity analysis, performing RF link budget calculations, participating in design reviews, and conducting frequency licensing studies.
What technical skills are preferred for this position?
Preferred skills include a general knowledge of wireless communications fundamentals for voice/data architectures (such as APCO P25 and LTE), familiarity with ArcGIS tools, and proficiency in scripting languages like Python and Google Apps Script, although the latter is not required.
What are the basic educational requirements for this position?
The basic requirements include having a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a similar technical discipline, or having 2+ years of engineering or technical experience.
Is this role remote or in-person?
This role is a hybrid position that requires 1 to 2 days per week in the Chicago office.
Is there any travel required for this position?
Under 10% travel is required for this position.
Are any benefits included with this position?
Yes, the position includes benefits such as incentive bonus plans, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, an employee stock purchase plan, and paid parental and family leave.
What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culture that empowers individuals to be their authentic selves. They emphasize inclusive hiring practices and providing accommodations for candidates with disabilities or health conditions.
How does Motorola Solutions view candidates who may not meet all preferred skills?
The company encourages candidates to apply even if they do not meet all preferred skills and invites them to share why they believe they would be a great addition to the team.