Engineer Project

Taimoor "Tom" Waheed

E: *********@*****.*** US Citizen T: 972-***-****

Offering a BSEE, MBA, active Security Clearance and 17 plus years extensive

technology experience in Wireless, CDMA, GSM, RF/MW, EVDO, WiFi, E911, CIED

and CREW; which includes BSS testing, Cell site surveys, link engineering,

drive testing, brew testing, VOIP testing, design/verification testing,

software testing, report analysis, hardware/system optimization, network

management, OMCR, NOC, QA, customer deployments, RF analysis, RF site

planning, propagation/interference analysis, management and user training.

Background covers project planning (site selection and coordination with

teams), management estimations (coordination with OEM/vendors), customer

interface/support, project management and working in team environment. Also

skilled at writing plans for testing integrated modules, verifying

compliance with standards and documenting test results. Team player,

adjusting well to different technologies and environments with effective

utilization of professional, technical and interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION

. Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering -

George Washington University, USA

1993

. Master of Business Administration Preston University,

USA

1995

ACCREDITATIONS

. Active Secret Clearance

TELECOM HARDWARE

. TruePosition E911 WLS, Lucent CDMA Modcel/EVDO/UMTS, ZTE BTS, Motorola

(GSM 900/1800 Cellular/PCS Incell, Mcell6, Mcell2, Microcity, Arena BSS),

LMR, P25, Ericsson RBS 6000/3206, RNC 3810, Transcoder, DMC Microwave,

Dragonwave Microwave, Alcatel HDSL modem, DAS, TCP/IP, UDP/IP, DHCP, FTP,

WEP, 802.1x, WPA/TKIP, WPA2/AES/802.11i, WME/WMM/802.11e, QoS, Agilent

SS7, SSH, VPN, Vanu IP BSS, COWS, Cisco 2600/3600/3700, IEEE WiFi

802.11abg/n, Alcatel 4100/4300 and Siemens D900 Switch.

COMPUTER SOFTWARE

. FTrftrace, Airmagnet, QXDM, CSS, FMCC, SQL, CAN, CNT, UXCPtrace, Labmm,

WebWam, NMS, MS Office/Project, Visio, ProComm, MicroCap, Matlab, Quatro

Pro, Page maker, Hypercard, RMT, TP Validator, Lucent/Motorola/Ericsson

OSS's, OpsTool, EMS, Scout, Clear Case, Remedy, Planet EV, Rational

Tools, IWOS, SAP, SNMP, Map Info, Atoll, Test Director, EDX, Ericsson

MoShell and Spice.

COMPUTER LANGUAGES

. Fortran 77, Pascal, Turbo Pascal and Assembly Language.

TEST EQUIPMENT

. Mobile Diagnostic Monitor, T1 Tester, Bulk call generator, Spectrum

Analyzer, Wattmeter, PC Plus, Cindy, Frequency Counter, Site Master,

Digital Multimeter, Dummy Loads, Attenuator, CAIT, OMP Tools, Ericsson

TEMS, PST, Anristu Cell Master and Loms.

OPERATING SYSTEMS

. UNIX (Solaris 5.8), IBM/PC, Macintosh, VAX, Windows (NT, 2000, XP, Vista)

LAN, WAN and Analog Workbench.

EXPERIENCE

INTEL

(June'12 - Oct'12)

. Analyzed Functional Requirement Specifications and prepared detailed Test

Cases.

. Performed manual & automated testing for GSM, CDMA, LTE prototype

handheld devices, modems, platforms of various vendors and reported

defects through Intel QA process.

. Performed regression testing for every modification in the application

and new builds using Intel CLA, MA, IRTC.

. Actively involved in various phases of the testing cycle such as Smoke,

Functional, Regression, Backend, Integration and User Acceptance testing.

. Establish benchmarks for program efficiency in operating and response

times.

. Lead and supported a system testing team in USA and off shore for the

development of overall test strategies/test plans and test cases for

automated and manual testing.

. Trained test team with any necessary prerequisite technical or business

knowledge.

. Lead development and execution of MOPs and project test cases, and

explained design and architecture to Network Development, Engineering,

FOA, operations teams so as to ensure expeditious implementation and

acceptance of products and platforms.

NPI Engineer - Ericsson

(April'11 - April'12)

. Semifinalist for RNAM competition for "Driveless Tuning" Idea.

. Supported T-Mobile 6102 GSM/WCDMA/UMTS combo project, RAN lab test &

verification, validation, firmware testing, troubleshooting various lab

scenarios as per customer specs and resolved highly complex technical

issues on day to day basis.

. Supported AT&T Ip10, EVO8200 RNC- RAN project doing lab verification,

validation & Test.

. Analysis of performance changes deploying new software loads or after

implementing new features.

RF ENGINEER - ZTE

(Jan'11 - April'11)

Supported as an RF Engineer/PM on CDMA/EVDO doing RF analysis &

optimization. Performed a combination of design, planning,

model/parameter tuning, debugging call flow, problem duplication &

testing to analyze, identify & resolve highly complex technical issues on

day to day basis. Performed integration and interoperability verification

of CDMA / EVDO features tests like time based registration, zone based

registration, inter frequency, inter vendor handoff's,

performance/optimization tests, throughput measurements, uplink and down

data testing.

TELECOM ENGINEER - US Army

(Jan'10 - Dec'10)

Performed system engineering, CONOP on GSM/WCDMA and 2000/CIED/CREW

systems of vendors like Ericsson and Lucent; also technical and planning

tasks to operate these telecommunications systems as a component of the

modern electromagnetic battlefield and C-IED, in a test and evaluation

setting.

Supervised advanced operation and maintenance on these networks,

developing an understanding of local test methodologies/goals and

ensuring that these systems are used correctly.

Served as technical interface for the Group Manager/Army Evaluation

Center (AEC) representative for technical decisions on the network.

. Handled RF network design, planning and optimization activities, link

budget analysis, design criteria, traffic analysis, data integrity of

various morphology/topography databases, drive test, test plans, data for

model calibration, network performance, improvement (KPIs) and

optimization tasks, BSS parameter modifications,

. Analyzed and recommended equipment and antenna co-location requirements

for different technologies,

. Resolved day-to-day network issues; undertaking network performance

improvement (KPIs), optimization tasks and BSS parameter modifications;

also performed site configuration analysis and identification/resolving

coverage and RF design deficiencies.

. Land mobile radio and P25 radio maintenance support.

RF ENGINEER - AT&T

(Jul'09 - Dec'09)

. Provided technical support on E911 issues and performed troubleshooting

of network element configurations in the event of a device failure.

. Handled trouble-shooting complex software/hardware issues and

documentation/operational issues on highly complex problems.

. Traced phase 2 calls after Rehome and handled EMS alarm

monitoring/resolution; performed health check, system performance,

optimization, QA and Scout navigation/configuration changes; integrated

new GSM/UMTS sites, and provided remote assistance to network elements

using UNIX and TruePosition Scout and EMS.

. Monitored equipment performance, LSR and recommended upgrades, worked

closely with Intrado, BSS, MSC, IP data translation, ACD's, TVW's (point

code, LAC, ESRD, default routing)/IP datafill, Operations and NOC staff.

SR WIRELESS ENGINEER - Johnson Control

(Mar'08 - May'09)

. Worked on IEEE WiFi 802.11abg/n, DAS OEM vendor product evaluation, RF

testing, performance for ongoing projects.

. Tested the critical parameters like throughput, latency, RSSI, KPI,

RF/Coverage Analysis, IP data translation, traffic/load analysis and

propagation/interference analysis.

. WLAN testing in advanced/security protocols WEP, 802.1x, WPA/TKIP,

WPA2/AES/802.11i, WME/WMM/802.11e, QoS.

. Designed wireless mesh, prepared test plans to verify trial system

readiness to meet the customer needs relative to the intended trial

system applications and to develop performance data required to support

on going projects.

. Coordinated trial planning, implementation and execution activities with

applicable teams.

. Wrote formal trouble reports against all product non-performance during

trial tests and operations; performing additional trial tests as

necessary to validate trouble resolution.

SR RF ENGINEER - AT&T/T-Mobile

(Sep'06 - Feb'08)

. Provided technical support on E911 RF issues and performed trouble-

shooting of network element configurations in the event of device

failure.

. Performed trouble-shooting on complex software/hardware issues,

documentation and operational issues on HIGHLY complex technical

problems.

. Handled network design/administration, tracing phase 2 E911 calls

before/after Rehome; also handled EMS alarm monitoring/resolution, system

performance, Optimization, QA, Scout navigation/configuration changes, E5

to LB transition issues, remote assistance to all WLS network elements

using UNIX and TruePosition Scout and EMS.

. Monitored equipment performance, recommending upgrades as needed, working

closely with TCS, Intrado, BSS, MSC, IP data translation, ACD's (point

code, LAC, ESRD, default routing)/IP datafill, Operations and NOC staff.

PROJECT LEAD - Quality Partners

(Mar'06 - Sep'06)

Performed CDG3 compliance testing on live customer GSM/CDMA network;

Testing Network/hand held devices handling KPI, RF performance,

propagation/interference/signal analysis, call processing testing, FIT

testing, Brew Testing, monitoring/resolution of issues on CDMA/GSM

Networks using Procom plus PST, TEMPS and CAIT.

. Documented trial test results, reviewed/evaluated test results in terms

of their implications for on going product development and organized

approach leading to test plan development, definition, test execution and

reproducibility to assure product quality/standards, logging/managing

issues and Rational data base reports.

ENGINEER - Cingular Wireless

(Nov'05 - Jan'06)

. Provided 3rd level technical support on E911 issues and trouble-shooting

of network element configurations in the event of a device failure

involving complex software//hardware issues, IP data translation,

documentation and operational issues on HIGHLY complex technical

problems.

. Provided network design/administration, tracing phase 2 E911 calls before

and after Rehome; also EMS alarm monitoring/resolution, system

performance, optimization, QA, Scout navigation/configuration changes,

remote assistance to all WLS network elements using UNIX and TruePosition

Scout and EMS.

SR TAC SPECIALIST - TruePosition

(Dec'04 - Oct'05)

. Provided 3rd level technical support in 24/7 environment for all

production and development test network issues and performed trouble-

shooting of network element configurations in the event of device failure

to various clients like AT&T, TMobile and various others customers on

E911 WLS system issues.

. Performed trouble-shooting complex software//hardware issues,

documentation and operational issues on HIGHLY complex technical

problems. Network design/administration, tracing phase 2 E911 calls

before and after rehome. EMS alarm monitoring/resolution, system

performance, optimization, QA, WLS Scout navigation/configuration

changes, IP data translation, remote assistance to all WLS network

elements using UNIX and TruePosition Scout and EMS, coordinating trial

planning, implementation and execution activities with the customer.

. Performed/worked directly for problem resolution by working closely with

Test Engineering/Software/Hardware groups to reproduce the customer

problems.

. Provided Lead technical support and operations staff for fast-paced

deployment projects.

. Researched and recommended tools to help monitor system performance and

detect network component.

. Monitored equipment performance at the development level and recommend

upgrades as necessary.

. Worked with operations staff to ensure proactive procedures were being

executed in accordance with system operational documentation and

requirements.

. Managed IP data administration and translation of IP's to various network

elements, using Scout and EMS; logging and managing issues and reports

using rational clear quest and clear case data bases.

ENGINEER - Lucent Technologies

(Oct'04 - Nov'04)

. Worked as standby engineer for CDMA/UMTS Modcell 4.0 and EVDO dual mode

platform with eight days operations and maintenance training at Lucent

Ohio training center.

TEST ENGINEER - Motorola

(Sept'02 - Jan'03)

. Responsible for network operations, testing, integration and

commissioning of Motorola GSM 900/1800 BSS, testing call processing/HW

features, KPI, RF specs/analysis, RX, TX levels, noise, cell site/phone

software, success and failure rates, phone and HW network compatibility

and system compatibility of Motorola cell phone's like 332,120,720,V60

and other prototype OEM models using Procom plus, Ericsson TEMS.

. Wrote performance reports for HW, cell optimization and customer

deployments.

. Organized approach leading to test plan development, definition, test

execution and reproducibility to assure product quality and standards.

. Raised and verified MR's during system test phase of various projects.

SYSTEM INTEGRATION ENGINEER - Lucent Technologies

(May'00 - Sept'02)

. Provided Deliverable, Feature, Regression testing of Lucent Flexent

Modcell 4.0 cellular and pcs band.

. Was actively involved in testing the critical parameters for the modcell.

. Prepared test plans to verify a trial system readiness to meet the

customer needs, trial system applications and to develop performance data

required to support on going product development.

. Provided preparation of RTP, developing test plan, execution,

documentation OAM and CP, product testing and documentation reviews.

. Documented trial test results, reviewed/evaluated results in terms of

their implications for product development.

. Wrote formal trouble reports against all product non-performance during

trial tests and operations; tracking trouble report closure and

performing additional trial tests as necessary to validate trouble

resolution.

. Worked on 7-9 CRC Redundancy and E1/T1 sharing feature for Modcell,

product development, DT and FT testing, system integration and customer

deployment.

. Raised/verified MR's during system test phase of various projects.

. Participated in UMTS prototype platform testing.

SR TECH ENGINEER - Etisalat

(Feb'98 - Apr'00)

. Tested the critical parameters for Motorola GSM 900/1800 BSS, output

power, VSWR, TCU, signal analysis, GCLK calibration, DC power supply

tests, RF performance, KPI, RF site planning, propagation/interference

analysis, signal analysis, drive testing and OAM testing.

. Prepared test plans to verify a trial system readiness to meet the

customer needs relative to the intended Trial system applications and to

develop performance data required to support on going product

development.

. Coordinated trial planning, implementation and execution activities with

applicable product team and OMCR.

. Coordinated trial site appropriate test equipment capable of required

accuracy to test all the critical parameters.

. Provided site surveys, RF analysis, link engineering, drive test,

system/hardware optimization, Rehome, project management, customer

deployment and supervision of maintenance/installation teams departed for

projects.

. Wrote formal trouble reports against all product non-performance during

trial tests and operations, tracked trouble report closure and performed

additional trial tests as necessary to validate trouble resolution.

. Designed traffic paths, E1 link engineering, Microwave links, routing,

traffic and load analysis.

. Integrated Alcatel 4100, 4300 and Siemens D900 Switch, data translation

with Motorola BSS.

NETWORK ENGINEER - Motorola Mobilink

(Jun'94 - Feb'98)

. Tested the critical parameters for Motorola GSM 900/1800 BSS, like output

power, VSWR, TCU, signal analysis, GCLK calibration, DC power supply

tests, RF performance, RF site planning, propagation/interference

analysis, signal analysis, drive testing and OAM, site survey, link

engineering, system/hardware optimization, project management, Rehome,

KPI and customer deployment.

. Prepared test plans to verify trial system readiness to meet the customer

needs relative to the intended Trial system applications and to develop

performance data required to support on going product development.

. Documented trial test results, reviewed test results, provided trouble

reports and closure with trial customer, and evaluated test results in

terms of their implications for on going product development.

. Designed traffic paths, E1 link engineering, Microwave links, routing,

traffic and load analysis.

PROJECT ENGINEER - Westinghouse

(May'93 - May'94)

. Worked with United State Postal Service on output subsystem, multiple

optical reader system, remote bar code system; providing testing,

integration, commissioning, Operations, maintenance, customer deployment

and QA.

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