ASSOCIATE TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER

About the Role

The Public Safety Communications (PSC), Radio Communications Branch, Client Engineering Divisions at the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) are responsible for a wide array of engineering activities and services related to PSC systems engineering and design for public safety agencies of the State of California. Under the direction of a Senior Telecommunications Engineer, this position ensures engineering services for PSC meet the critical operational requirements of the state.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops technical reports and equipment selection criteria.
• Provides project cost estimates for parts and labor.
• Notifies the supervisor of risks to the project’s budget, schedule, and scope.
• Ensures engineering services for public safety communications meet the critical operational requirements of the state.
• Provides direction to maintenance technical staff for the installation and maintenance of new systems.
• Provides solutions to problems with existing systems.
• Assists engineering lead persons in large system implementations.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Valid Driver’s License (DL) and participation in the DMV Pull Program is required.
• Must answer questions addressing your DL on your application, including DL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• Required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment for Conflict of Interest (COI) designation.
• Participation in the DMV Pull Program is required.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience designing or developing Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems, including RF subsystems such as antennas, filters, combiners, and site configuration.
• Three or more years of experience performing RF system design, propagation modeling, FCC licensing, field survey reporting, and system performance testing.
• One or more years of hands-on operation of advanced RF test equipment, such as Spectrum Analyzer, Network Analyzer, Oscilloscope, or similar tools.
• One or more years of practical experience with IP networking and architecture, preferably in a Motorola ASTRO 25 environment or similar P25 core network.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to produce design plans, engineering reports, test documentation, training material, and PowerPoint briefings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, lead small technical efforts, and provide guidance to junior engineering staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex RF, networking, and system integration issues.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related technical field.

Optional / Preferred Certifications

• CCNA, Network+, or advanced networking certifications.
• P25 Radio System Fundamentals, P25 Trunking, or Motorola ASTRO 25 System Architecture training.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Telework: Eligible for a hybrid work schedule. Additional in-office days may be required based on business need.
• Employees may be contacted and requested to report to work in the event of an emergency outside of normal working hours (evenings/nights, weekends, and holidays).
• This service may require irregular work hours, work locations other than the official duty location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official position description.
• Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive (weeks to months) with little advance notice, and relocation to emergency sites may be required.

Benefits

• Free Parking
• Electric Carport
• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans
• Flexible Schedules
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family
• Investment in career development