RF Design Engineer
CED Systems • United States
Posted: September 17, 2026
Job Description
CED Systems is a telecommunications company supporting nationwide 5G and in-building wireless deployments. We provide engineering and infrastructure services for DAS, small cells, and related network solutions, helping deliver reliable indoor connectivity across a wide range of environments.
As an In-Building RF Engineer, you will help shape wireless performance inside complex indoor spaces where coverage, capacity, and user experience matter most. This role focuses on in-building RF solutions that support LTE and 5G performance, with work centered on designing and improving systems that keep people and businesses connected across commercial and high-demand environments.
Responsibilities
- Design in-building wireless systems for DAS deployments.
- Coordinate with construction teams, vendors, technicians, deployment and integration teams, OEMs, carriers, project managers, and other stakeholders throughout project delivery.
- Experience designing or supporting both passive and active DAS architectures.
- Familiarity with carrier RF specifications and design compliance requirements, ideally within a T-Mobile or similar carrier program.
- Proficiency reading and interpreting architectural floor plans and construction drawings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, carrier-ready design documentation.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, Figma) and general design/documentation tools.
Technical Skills & Tools
- Experience using iBwave for DAS design work.
Qualifications
Required Experience:
RF Design & Engineering
- Design in-building wireless systems including DAS (passive and active) and small cell solutions to meet coverage and capacity requirements.
- Prior experience working with T-Mobile on in-building wireless or DAS projects.
Project Coordination & Documentation
- Coordinate with construction teams, vendors, and technicians to ensure proper system deployment.
- Collaborate with deployment and integration teams, OEMs, carriers, project managers, and other stakeholders.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure all work complies with regulatory requirements, carrier standards, and industry best practices.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Holds an iBwave Level 3 Designer certification.
Preferred Experience
- Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Experience working on multi-carrier in-building systems for major operators.
- Experience in high-profile venues such as airports, stadiums, hospitals, and large commercial buildings.
- Familiarity with public safety systems (ERRCS, FirstNet) and CBRS or private LTE networks.
- Knowledge of OSHA and site-specific safety guidelines for construction and operational environments.