Radio Frequency Engineer jobs in Illinois

Who We Are:

SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be effortlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are.

This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM's vision to life every day.

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM's platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company's advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through SiriusXM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle services to automakers.

How you'll make an impact:

Provide management of assigned site development phases of the terrestrial repeater networks implementation of the DRU2 repeater conversion and associated equipment modifications. Collaborate with SXM management, engineering, leasing, and operation departments. Complete the project, including coordinating workers, material, and equipment; ensuring that specifications are being followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget.

What you'll do:

• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the physical modification of terrestrial repeaters.

• Develop a cost-effective and efficient plan and schedule for resource utilization.

• Select and coordinate the work of vendors/ suppliers/ subcontractors working on various phases of assigned projects.

• Interpret and explain plans to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.

• Track and control modification schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within allocated time and budget.

• Oversee performance of all trade contractors and review design criteria, documents, and drawings to ensure that all specifications and regulations are being followed.

• Ensure that all necessary permits and licenses are obtained.

• Supervise assistants who are assisting with modification activities, review reports, follow up on any reported difficulties, and correct any safety violations or other reported deficiencies.

• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.

• Develop and implement quality control programs.

• Report to supervisor about progress and any necessary modifications to project plans.

What you'll need:

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in construction.

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in telecommunication deployment.

• Interpersonal skills and ability to interact and work with staff at all levels.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Ability to pay attention to details and be organized.

• Ability to project a professional image over the phone and in person.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to take initiative and to follow through on projects.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and work under shifting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Legal right to work in the U.S.A.

Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.