Project Manager Engineer

JAHANGIR, M. NAEEM

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Garland, TX. 75044 Cell: 972-***-****©

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Summary

Versatile Technical project manager with years of experience designing, developing, and deploying business technology systems for a wide variety of sectors. Adept at evaluating business requirements and processes, individual contribution, determining system specifications, and building customized functionality that best serves client needs. Proven history of managing multi-scale, multi-stage projects. Strong talent for reengineering organizations to eliminate poorly-performing processes and systems, replacing them with streamlined technologies.

Career Highlights

Strong IPTV technical knowledge, with proven experience designing and/or managing the following systems: Video headends (satellite ingestion, VoD ingestion, encoding, encryption).

(PM)IPTV introduction & trial with AT&T through customer RFP management and requirements analysis leading to successful penetration into AT&T core and edge network as Tier 1.

(PM) Performed deployment of 3G WCS and WMG to T-Mobile operational sites and customer management through technical presentations, RFP/RFI analysis & feedback, and escalations of issues to thoroughly meet customer expectations.

Team & project management encompassing project scheduling, task management, technical auditing and resource planning over the project life cycle to ensure high quality of deliverables.

(PM) Carrier customer management through technical presentations and escalations of issues to thoroughly meet customer expectations.

Experienced in product training for customer trials & demonstrations.

Performed Voice, Video and Data quality and protocol stack performance optimization, testing and analysis for LTE and also for interworking with eHRPD, CDMA, UMTS and GSM for both LTE release testing and LTE trials.

Solid understanding of video technologies such as formats, bit-rates, encoding, compression, streaming, multicasting.

Proficient in the setup and use of various encoders (Digital Rapids, Inlet, Elemental etc.).

Solid understanding of TCP/IP and networking protocols used video.

Working knowledge of DVB-ASI, SMPTE 310, SMPTE 259M, SDI, SCTE & DVB tables and standards.

Experienced with IGMP, RTP and RTSP protocols; Expertise in MPEG-1, 2 and 4, AC3, HE-AAC, Dolby Digital Plus, digital video and audio, VBI closed-captioning and extended data services; VANC data;

Experienced with video and audio test equipment, including waveform monitors, signal generators, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers.

Conducted with Integration, Test, Turn-Up & Troubleshooting of Wireless Network Equipment in to Commercial Mobile Switching Centers operated by Wireless Network Service Providers

SGSN/GGSN Integration Commissioning and administration (Charging, performance, O&M GPRS and UMTS interfaces Gr, Gn/Gp, Gs, Gd, Gb and IuPS)

Experienced in Interoperability Testing (IOT) with customer vendors for SGSN and GGSN network elements

Excellent knowledge of SS7 protocol and procedures (SCCP, MTP2, MTP3b, MAP, RANAP, BSSGP, BSSGP+ and SIGTRAN), ATM and Frame Relay technologies.

(Technical)Performed product testing & Interoperability Testing (IOT) role in the introduction of next generation 3GPP GSM/UMTS/UMA Wireless Call Server (WCS), IP/MEGACO 802.11 WiFi Wireless Media Gateway (WMG) and Element Management System (EMS) to T-Mobile.

Proficient in LAN/WAN Design & Support, Fiber Optic Technologies and Data Networking Implementation.

DWDM, Fiber Optics SDH/SONET, GbE, Ethernet, ADM, ATM, E1/T1/DS1, DACS, OC3/12/48/192, E3/T3, Laser, Element/Network Management System (EMS/NMS), VoIP, Optical Amplifiers, Optical Cross Connects, Optical Networking Optical Switches, Mesh Network Routing, MEMS Mirror Technology, Optical Mesh Restoration, Self-Healing Networks, Intelligent Switching and Routing.

Ability to perform testing with various test equipments such as BERTS, DCAs, spectrum analyzers, power meters, vector analyzers and others.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Protocols: 3GPP GSM/UMTS, SIP, UMA (IP-sec)/802.11 WiFi, CDMA, SS7, SCP, SNMP, IS-2000, IS-41, IS-95, EGCP, H.248, H.323, IS-634, SIP, TCP/IP/UDP, ATM, SONET/SDH, A, C, Abis, Um and Gb interfaces, MPLS, BGP, CGMP, IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF, ESCON, FICON, VCSEL, MEMS

• Network Topology: MSC, GMSC, ATM, EMS/OSS, SONET, SMLC, GMLC, BSS, BSC/BTS, STP, HLR, VLR, SCP, MSC, SGSN, GGSN

• Nodes: Alcatel-Lucent 5060 WCS, Alcatel-Lucent 7570 WMG, Alcatel-Lucent 7670 RSP, Alcatel 7330, 7342, Nortel Networks DMS-100/250, DMS MTX, Motorola EMX-2500

• Tools: MGTS, GeoProbe, HP Quality Center, ClearCase, SQL Server, TimesTen, EAST, INET, NetHAwk, GeNet, CLI, MS Office

• Languages: C / C++, Tcl/Tck, UNIX scripts

• OS: MS Windows, UNIX/Solaris, Linux, Apple OS-X

• Processes: FAGAN, ISO/TL-9000, DoD MIL-STD-2167A

EXPERIENCE

Verizon Business (January ’12 – Present ‘12): Corporate Technology,

Sr. Network Architect:

• Technical support the team plan and building proof of concept deployments for research, analysis and experimentation

• Identify and analyze variety of industry products

• Conduct the test with software architecture utilizing a variety of technologies in various fields.

• Video/Media processing and delivery.

• Wireless devices – smartphones, tablets, etc.

• Embedded devices.

• Curiosity to collect the information, research and learn about new technologies, trends, and companies in the industry.

• Perform to analyze data and develop models to compare options related to technology and/or vendor selection.

Dallas Independent School District (August’09-Feb ‘11)

Sr. Program Analyst:

• In handling complete project cycle, including feasibility, sales, marketing, detailed design, planning, scheduling, budgeting, capital approval, specification, vendor selection, bid evaluation, construction management, plant startup, acceptance & final/engineering turnover.

• Consults with other planning organizations, staffing task forces and study groups convened for the purpose of analyzing specific problem issues and preparing recommendations for consideration and action of the Board.

• Software Development and Testing: Extensive experience in designing, developing, testing and implementing a variety of IT applications in a number of different development, operational, and industry environments.

• Software Maintenance and Support: Significant experience in performing day-to-day maintenance and support of existing applications in parallel with the analysis, design, development and co-ordination activities for new applications.

• Researches, designs, and develops computer software systems, in conjunction with hardware product development, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis.

SmartGroup Systems, Richardson: (From Aug’08-May’09):

Network Solution Architect:

• Direct the design, development, and implementation of hardware/software solutions that enhance or extend the Enterprise System, Storage, and Backup Infrastructures.

• Develop and produce capacity and performance management reports and associated recommendations.

• Evaluate emerging technologies with other Solution Architects and develop the associated strategic roadmap, ensuring that current and planned technical solutions are compatible with the company's business needs and strategic objectives.

• Provide technical expertise, guidance and strategic recommendations to other IT groups.

• In conjunction with SME Solution Architects develop a macro view of current and future state business and application architecture that is well connected with business strategy. Identify the business requirements that affect the business/application architecture and provide solutions that mesh into the overall architectural vision.

Multimedia Operations & Deployment

Technical Project Manager IPTV, Alcatel-Lucent Feb. 2006 – July 2008

• Responsible for the Strategic Planning, Testing, and Deployment of Network & Software Release Upgrades.

• From 2006 to 2007, developed and secured over $100k in Customer Change Management Requests. Futhermore assisted in Developing and Securing over $20 Million from the Customers Acceptance of their Video Headend Offices for their IPTV Network.

• Managed IPTV network deployment related to technology conversions, implementations, etc.

• Performed key functions in the Planning and Strategy of Network Migrations and Upgrades. Collaborated between Program Stakeholders to ensure the successfull execution of these upgrades.

• Provide effective and efficient facilitation of communication between the field force and the AT&T team.

• Supported the development of the Initial POR on the AT&T Lightspeed Program. Led the Build-out of the Super Hub Office (SHO) and Video Hub offices (VHO) in AT&T (~40 Offices). This responsibility entailed the logical and physical design and the management of the end to end process for installing, configuring, and service turn-up across multiple vendors including Alcatel-Lucent, Microsoft, Cisco, and Scientific Atlanta.

• Create roadmap and requirements for new services to add to IPTV solution.

• Provides engineering, design and technical support for customer and internal networks.

• Analyzes network performance and makes recommendations for improvements.

• Provides 3 level technical supports for network, including root cause analysis and permanent resolution.

Routing and IP configuration:

• Implementation of multiple IP routing protocols: IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, RIP.

• Configured and installed Alcatel router 7750 and Switches 7740.

• Installation, advanced configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco and F5’s load balancing devices

• In a large scale Cisco Gigabit Ethernet LAN Switch conversion project involving the design, configuration, prototype, implementation, and integration of over 16,000 ports. The project involved cutting over from a 3COM ATM LANE switched network to a Cisco Gigabit Ethernet switched network built with over 120 Cisco 4000/6500 series switches and two 7206 routers utilizing IP, IPX, and AppleTalk.

• Evaluated and Certfied the Cisco 1720, Cisco 2600 series, and the Cisco 3600 series routers using IOS 11.x and 12.x code streams for use as Customer Premise Equipment for AT&T

• Routers/Switches – Cisco IOS Router, Cisco Catalyst (2900/3000/2900XL/3500XL/5000/6000) Switch, Nortel ARN Router

• Participated in deployment of Cisco IP Telephony solutions

Pre and Post sales:

• Acted in a pre-sales telecommunications engineering role supporting several customer market segments.

• Typical pre-sales tasks include customer qualification and requirements' analysis, product selection, engineering network design, Statement of Work (SOW), Bills of Materials (BOM) and proposal development.

• Provide expert pre- and post-sale applications consulting for IPTV and Mobile customers of our client's technology. Primary role is to provide pre sales support, and some architectural and implementation guidance, not hands on project engineering.

• Assist business development executives to technically qualify new opportunities and to identify areas of value and risk.

• Serve as go-to front line technical expert on properties, characteristics, use and benefits of our client's technologies generally.

Product System Test:

• Product testing of GSM/UMTS/SIP/UMA (802.11 WiFi) Wireless

• Call Server (WCS) and IP/H.248/UMA (802.11 WiFi) Wireless Media Gateway (WMG).

• Test Plan development involving test case design, delivery & repository management, test case auditing, tracking & verification of test coverage.

• Mobile phone testing to meet 3GPP compliancy of Wireless Call Server.

• Customer management of WCS and WMG in California, Washington, Virginia and Oregon.

Network Integration Test

• Configured the new system converted into 3 separate call (WSC) server system.

• Writing a MOP (Method of Procedure) and validation for the call (WCS) server.

• Providing remote and on site support for customer lab evaluations, network deployments, and defining and reviewing network test diagram and equipment configurations.

• Includes installing, provisioning, and link testing of network elements.P

• Network integration, re-configuration, and upgrade of Sun E4500 servers, Sun Blade, and Sun Ultra 5 workstations.

• Network integration, re-configuration, and upgrade of Nortel BSS equipment, including BSC, TCU, BTS, PCUSN, PCOAM, and SDO.

• Interface with installation, management, design, customer, and customer engineering to ensure successful system integrations and reconfigurations.

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Samsung Telecommunication America, (Feb 2005 – Sept.2005) Richardson. Texas

CDMA and GSM handset Test Engineer:

Responsibilities:

• Worked closely with System Engineering group to develop new handset protocols in support of new indoor mobile services running on GSM and CDMA handsets.

• Assisted handset partners in conducting conformance and design unit testing and provide them with required software, debugging support and hardware interfaces.

• Member of field measurement teams responsible for performing RF coverage testing (CW) and PCS field measurement optimization in numerous domestic and international markets for various clients using GSM, of site coverage and handoffs; Monitoring dropped calls; identifying problem areas; Suggesting network parameter changes to correct any deficiencies.

• test data collection, data storage, and data processing using one of the industry accepted post-processing tools.CDMA or IS-136 technologies.

• Site visits; Coordination of drives; Prepared drive maps; Maintained test equipment. Performed frequent calibrations of test equipment; Responsible for analysis of the drive-test data. The analysis included: verification

• Develop standards and procedures for data base administration.

Bluetooth Product Testing: Responsibilities span across Bluetooth whole product development cycle, requiring close interaction with various all functions, from Marketing, to Engineering, Program Management, Quality and Operations. As part of the Strategic Front End, operate as technical leader, including:

• Surveyed of key suppliers and technologies

• Bluetooth interoperability test with various vendors.

• Drive benchmarking of key components

• Define requirements of new components supporting future product roadmap

• Define a technology roadmap supporting Marketing's product roadmap

• Define architecture (HW and SW) of new products platforms and their variations

• Drive competitive analysis

• Specified design requirements for new products

• Assisted Marketing and Program Management in the creation of the business and projects plans

Xeon Telecom (From November ’02-June ’04). Richardson, Texas.

CDMA & GSM Performance Engineer:

• Design to narrowband and broadband requirements in drop-in and connectorized packages with power handling up to 300 Watts using both micro strip and stripline construction.

• Independently performs a variety of complex engineering tasks to design and develop RF/microwave and millimeter-wave designs.

• Wide application of theories, principles, and concepts in the field plus working knowledge of other related disciplines.

• Direct customer contact regarding requirement definition, tailoring existing designs or generating new designs as appropriate.

• Provide cost estimates, quotes and proposals.

• Responsible for design and development of prototypes, engineering models, pre-production hardware, debugging, documentation, and acceptance testing criteria.

• Provide manufacturing assistance in design/product transfers.

• Work with AutoCAD, PSpice, Eagleware and other standard design packages.

WorldCom Richardson (From Feb 00- May 2002) Next Generation Technology Development:

Project Lead Engineer: Managed several project

Lab Characterization Test:

• Design and test ICs for fiber optic data communications applications.

Limiting amplifier, Tran impedance amplifier, laser driver.

• Implement and use laboratory test and measurement systems.

Fiber alignment, laser controllers, digital communication analyzers, vector network analyzers, bit-error rate testers.

• Use of Agilent ADS, Cadence, Protel, and AutoCAD software.

Circuit design and simulation, integrated circuit layout, prototype printed circuit board (PCB) design and modeling.

Field Test Engineer

Designed, Tested and Turned up Various Telecommunication systems.

• Turned Up and Tested SONET, Optical Amplifier and Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing systems.

• Turned up, Provisioned and tested Nortel access Nodes, OC3/OCl2/OC48/OC192. OPTERA-ODPR- DX-LH. MOR and MOR+ Multi-Wave Transport Systems.

• Turned-up, Provisioned and tested Fujitsu OC192 ADM, LTE & LRE.

• Configured, provisioned, turned-up and tested Siemens, Lucent and Cisco Multi wave Transport system.

• Configured and tested JUNIPER Router and experienced working on VoIP.

• Configured Cisco Routers (2500, 3000, 4000) using RIP, IGRP, OSPF, EIGRP

• Configured Cisco Switches (5000, 3524, and 2900)

• Turned-up and tested fault alarm, order wire and network synchronization equipment to include GPS Systems.

• Presented oral and written reports on technical problems encountered and recommended solutions, implementing corrective actions.

Central Office Optical Cross Connect:

• Leaded the projects includes development of test bed and Proof of Concept for Next Generation Central Office Optical Cross Connect.

• Independently and in team environment performed all complex professional engineering aspect of project work for next generation advanced technology development.

• Successfully performed the multi-vendor interoperability switching capability Test.

• Designed a new metro architecture for high dense Optical Cross Connect.

• Developed Metro and Access Technical Specification Requirement.

• Characterized 256 256 port O-E-O Cross Connect System and performed interoperability test. Intensely,

• Interact with various vendors for technology requirements.

Alcatel USA (July 1997-Feb. 2000)

Manufacturing Test Engineer: Designed, developed and documented the Automated Functional Test Systems for OC192, OC48, OC12, SYNC and STM16 etc.

Using OrCAD schematic capture designed several signal processor and interface boards.

Using HP Basic and LabView developed software programs for automated test systems.

Using MC 68360 Microprocessor Back Ground Debug (BDM) port and UNIX

Performed inter-operability testing at OC12, OC3, DS3, DS1/T1 rates with various Vendor equipment including Nortel/Lucent Switches and Cisco routers.

Responsibilities include implementation and optimization of automated test system hardware Evaluation, test code design, development, prove-in and support, mechanical test fixture/console development.

TRAINING

• GSM Technology & Concepts (USA)

• Wireless System Design (USA)

• SONET/SDH Network Planning (UK)

• SONET & SDH NETWORK Management Software (CANADA)

• SDH Microwave Radios (CANADA)

• SONET/SDH Multiplexers (CANADA)

• CDMA Technology & Concepts (USA)

EDUCATION: M.S.E.E. The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX

B.S.E.E. The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX.

PERSONAL: US Citizen, Excellent leadership, Dedicated, Dependable, Honest, Team Player and friendly.

REFERENCE: References available upon request.

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