Communication System Engineer

Global Medical Response seeks a Communication System Engineer to design, implement, and support mission-critical radio, VoIP, and data communication systems for air and ground medical transport operations. You will architect reliable, redundant networks, integrate CAD and dispatch platforms, and optimize coverage for emergency response teams. Responsibilities include system configuration, RF analysis, troubleshooting, documentation, and on-call support. Collaborate with field, IT, and clinical teams to ensure system uptime, compliance, and safety for time-sensitive patient care across diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer radio, Vo
• IP, and data communication systems for emergency medical operations.
• Configure, test, and deploy communication hardware, software, and network components.
• Monitor system performance and perform advanced troubleshooting to ensure high availability.
• Conduct RF coverage analysis and optimize system design for varied terrains and facilities.
• Integrate CAD, dispatch, and communication platforms to support field operations.
• Maintain system documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and security standards for communication systems.
• Collaborate with field crews, IT, and clinical teams to align technology with operational needs.
• Provide on-call and escalation support for mission-critical communication incidents.
• Recommend technology upgrades and improvements based on performance and risk assessments.

Required Skills

• Radio frequency (RF) engineering
• Vo
• IP systems design and support
• Trunked and conventional radio systems
• Network design (LAN/WAN/VPN)
• CAD/dispatch system integration
• Linux/Windows server administration
• IP telephony and SIP protocols
• System monitoring and diagnostics tools
• Communication system cybersecurity
• Technical documentation and compliance