USMAN HAMZA

• Optimize major KPIs of LTE & 5G Layer of new Rollout Sites for acceptance.
• Work on major KPIs, RRC SR, ERAB SR, SDR, HOSR, CSFB SR, MIMO RANK-2, DL User Throughput, CA, MLB, VOLTE & IRAT to improve user experience.
• Work on Coverage and SINR Optimization of Site/Cluster to provide the best user experience.
• Perform VoLTE, VoNR, SRVCC, 5G Parametric & Neighbor Audit.
• Analyzing the LTE/VoLTE/5G project Monitoring and Optimizing the LTE, VoLTE, and 5G sites.
• Coordinating with project teams for verifications of the feature trials and verifying the logs collected.
• Troubleshooting LTE failure types and propose appropriate solutions including parameter & antenna configuration optimization.
• Pre and Post drive logs Analysis for different feature trials like Massive MIMO launch, proposing No CA to 3CA throughput and Handovers comparison, and Different Device Support Layer throughput.
• Running daily KPI performance reports and identifying top offenders with performance degradation issues.
• Deep experience in throughput issues, QCI1 drops, SIP messaging Failures, handover failures, coverage, and quality bottlenecks.
• Running end-to-end voice call traces for troubleshooting/analysis of the major network issues.
• Doing parameter audits for the worst performing sites and recommending parameter changes troubleshooting capacity bottlenecks in the network and recommending capacity changes and capacity upgrades accordingly.
• Parameter tuning through MML Commands/Scripts, Signal Tracing & CHR Logs Analysis for Intra & Inter Frequency Handover Optimization
• Worst Cell Optimization for Top worst Cells include RRC SSR, ERAB SSR, ERAB Drop Rate, Handover Control, Capacity Management
• Analyzing log files for VoLTE Block Calls, Drop Calls, RSRP, SINR, MOS, Speech Codec, Call Setup Time, Call Setup Failures (due to MTC TAC change, MOC/MTC UE out of Synch), SRVCC Handover Failures, Confidential Failures, Speeding Up SRVCC.
• InterRATA2RSRPtriggerthreshold for better SRVCC based upon RSRP triggered event A2, InterRATA2RSRQtriggerthreshold for better SRVCC based upon RSRQ triggered event A2, UTRANB2RSRPThreshold for better SRVCC based upon RSRP triggered event B2 UTRANB2RSRQThreshold for better SRVCC based upon RSRQ triggered event B2
• 5G network integration and optimization.
• Antenna selection based on current tower top configuration.
• Create super-clusters in ATOLL.
• Run Baseline predictions and export KPIs.
• LTE and VoLTE KPIs Monitoring and Optimization (Avg MIMO usage,PUCCH RSSI, PUSCH RSSI, VoLTE RACH Setup Completion Success Rate,VoLTE Inter eNB X2 HO Success Ratio, VoLTE Intra eNB HO Success Ratio,VoLTE RRC Setup Success rate,ERAB Drop Rate,Rate,UL/DL Traffic Volume,UL/Downlink Throughout, CSFB KPI’s).
• Upload pre-defined hot spots and calculate path loss.
• Use ACP to optimize tilts - Verify ACP configuration, which sometimes requires manual optimization as well.
• Run optimized predictions and export KPIs.
• Re-evaluate antennas based on RAN forecast and prepare ATOLL database for RFDS creation.
• Update ATOLL with scoping feedback and update design if required.
• Review the EME mitigation reports and recommend onsite studies to make sure the EME measurements are as per agreed standards.

Bahrain STC - 4G/5G RNO Engineer RFIII / Team Lead

• Lead the team of SSV and DTA.
• Performed risk and vulnerability assessments and provided results and recommendations to senior management.
• Cell level Optimization of 2G/3G/LTE and VoLTE sites( L 800/1800/2100/2600 Layers
• Assessed problem severity to determine corrective action, recommending resolutions to technical problems through fault isolation techniques.
• Responsible for achieving the SLA set for ATP testing.
• Managed the overall daily/weekly/monthly project tracking, i.e., resource allocation, work assignments, and team planning.
• Managed 5G SSV optimization delivery.
• Optimize major KPIs of LTE Layer TDD 3.5GHz & 5G Layer 3.5GHz & 2.1GHz of new Rollout Sites for PAC Acceptance.
• Work on major KPIs, RRC SR, ERAB SR, SDR, HOSR, CSFB SR, MIMO RANK-2, DL User Throughput, CA, MLB,
• VOLTE & IRAT to improve user experience.
• Work on Coverage and SINR Optimization of Site/Cluster to provide the best user experience.
• Work on U2020 for executing Huawei RF Parameters through MML Commands/Scripts, Signal Tracing & CHR Logs Analysis for Intra & Inter Frequency Handover Optimization
• Performed necessary action to achieve the 5G ATP results. Optimized CSFB. IRAT Parameters
• Optimized SRVCC for the smooth transition between CS and PS networks. Perform Huawei LTE Parametric & Neighbor Audit using FMA & OMStar.
• Performed LTE, VoLTE, SRVCC, VoNR, and 5G KPI optimization to achieve the agreed SLA. Such as:
• RRC Connection Success Rate, Erab Establishment Success Rate, Erab Drop Rate, Downlink & Uplink User/Cell Throughput for Enhanced Quality of Service, SRVCC SR, VoLTE Drops, Volte CSSR, and CSFB.
• Interface with the front-line teams and customers.

• Turnkey project - Lead the team of SSVs and DTAs
• Worked closely with the stakeholders, and interfaced with the front-line teams and customers.
• Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
• Coached team members in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
• Led product testing, failure investigations, and corrective action planning.
• Created and strengthened testing procedures to enhance quality controls.
• Oversaw the complete life cycle of design, from initial concepts through production support.
• Analyzed electronics system requirements, capacity, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Managed the overall daily/weekly/monthly project tracking, i.e., resource allocation, work assignments, and team planning
• Optimize major KPIs of LTE Layers (FDD_800, FDD_2100 & TDD_2600) of new Rollout Sites for PAC Acceptance
• Making sure to achieve the agreed SLAs
• Performed worst-cell optimization for the Accessibility, retainability, mobility throughput, and Usage KPIs
• Performed different network audits and parameter optimization to improve KPIs, i.e., PCI conflict/confusion, Mod- 3 clashes, Neighbor audits -tier 2/tier3 neighbor, CA, load balancing, intra/inter freq, and ANR
• Worked on massive-MIMO sites and performed parametric tuning and optimization
• Performed KPI benchmark
• Handled cluster optimization
• Optimized CSFB; IRAT Parameters.
• Perform Physical Redesigns using RET to improve coverage/quality/multi-server environment Work on LTE Features like ANR (Addition/Deletion), CA, MLB, PCI Collision & Confusion, etc Optimized HO parameters with CIO offset, Events, and timer tuning
• Addressed congestion issues, i.e., Power, Code, CE, IUB, and proposed expansion/actions to eliminate congestion
• Performed LTE multi-layering strategy settings
• Performed sector split, beam forming, and multi-beam forming Carried out CA optimization exercise
• Performed load balancing for the optimal user experience
• Performed Layer 3 analysis for critical cases
• RF Parameters tuning through MML Commands/Scripts, Signal Tracing & CHR Logs Analysis for Intra & Inter Frequency Handover Optimization
• Alarm troubleshooting and rectification
• Responsible for the successful SSV deliveries
• Managed time efficiently to complete all tasks within deadlines.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Manage the teams of SSVs and DTAs
• Optimize major KPIs of LTE/Volte
• Work on LTE Throughput, CSFB, Intra & Inter Frequency Handovers, Carrier Aggregation, VOLTE, Inter-Layer Handovers.4
• PCI/PSC/BCCH Clash Removal to enhance Multi-Layer Handovers & Traffic Balancing
• Perform Parametric & Neighbor Audits to remove discrepancies
• Perform Physical Redesigns using RET to improve coverage/quality/multi-server environment Use TEMS Discovery to analyze Logs for Coverage/Quality Improvement
• Layer 3 analysis
• Responsible for successful SSV deliveries
• Interface with the front-line teams and customers
• Interface with the front-line teams and customers.
• Balanced demand for low loss, high linearity, reliability and thermal performance in new technology designs.

• Performed 4G optimization activities
• Make sure to meet the ATP as per customers' agreed SLAs
• Optimized issues like coverage holes, Call drops, HO issues, voice, bad SINR, and Pilot Pollution
• Optimized low throughput issues
• Perform CA optimization
• Perform parametric tuning and network audits
• Optimize major KPIs of 2G/3G/LTE on both SSV and cluster level
• Created and strengthened testing procedures to enhance quality controls.
• Optimization & Monitoring of major LTE KPIs including RRC Success Rate, ERAB Success Rate, ERAB Drop Rate, CSFB, DL Throughput, Intra & Inter Frequency HOSR & S1/X2 Signaling

• Responsible for planning & optimization activities such as HBA, Cluster optimization, Single site optimization, Post Processing, and Sector Split
• KPI analysis, i.e., Accessibility, Retainability, Mobility, call drop analysis, ho analysis, new site deployment pre/post-launch, team management, implementation management, Tech presentation, detailed engineering design, review SSV, SOR, TSSR, BOQ, LOM
• Post Processing of the drive logs when required and providing real-time recommendations
• Performed split, beam forming, and multi-beam forming
• Performed root cause analysis of KPIs degradation, i.e., RRC SR, ERAB SR, SDR, CSFB SR, MIMO, Intra & Inter Frequency Handovers, Carrier Aggregation (CA), MLB, VOLTE, IRAT, CSFB, and SRVCC Technical Support and coordination with both in-house and field teams
• Resolved coverage and SINR-based issues on both the site and cluster levels
• Supported with indoor design/schematics reviews and rectifications
• Splitters, couplers, tappers, RRU, combiner, etc.
• Alarm troubleshooting and clearing, root cause analysis of KPIs degradation, parameter study, and modifications Monitoring of assigned LTE Clusters/City & Optimize the major LTE KPIs RRC Success Rate, ERAB Success Rate, ERAB Drop Rate, CSFB, DL Throughput, HHO & S1/X2 Signaling, etc.
• Analyze the DT Logs in TEMS Discovery to improve LTE Coverage and Throughput
• Attend Customer meetings as RF Team Lead to discuss RF issues regarding NPM Network, New sites, and Expansions Coordinate with team members to achieve their daily/weekly targets & major 2G KPIs (CSSR, CDR, HSR, RQI, and RLC Throughput and LAC Planning
• Coordinate with team for 3G KPIs improvements like improving the RRC Connection & RAB Establishment Success rate, Soft Handover, Inter Frequency HO (Dual Carrier), IRAT Handover, Location Update, Paging, HSUPA & HSDPA for all Voice, Video Packet & High Speed, issuing capacity requests
• Perform Parameter audit to remove discrepancies and set parameters to optimize values for Network KPIs Improvement
• Analyze DT Logs of High Priority Areas, Customer Premises and recommended Physical/Parametric changes for Coverage and Quality Improvement
• Post Optimization of assigned LTE Clusters by tuning Radio Parameters and physical changes Interface with the front-line team and customer.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
• Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
• Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.

• Responsible for planning, designing, and optimizing the outdoor and indoor TETRA/LTE private site
• Performed TSSR with the client for the site allocation
• Performed dummy tests for the successful delivery of private LTE site
• Perform network monitoring and audit to solve network-related discrepancies
• Perform KPI optimization to solve HO issues, Call drop issues, and frequency clashes
• Designed complete site from scratch to end, i.e., Site survey, coverage heat map, design, frequency allocation, NBR planning, LOS, equipment type, count of site, and quotation
• Making sure the network is having correct parameters and all the frequencies are planned as per network needs
• Perform an audit to remove PCI clash/confusion
• Worked on multiple programs, i.e., Airports, metros, Tunnels, Oil rigs, security agencies, and military
• Provided solutions to everyone as per their need
• Performed network audits before and after the site deployment for precise network planning
• Provided recommendations in case of any discrepancies in the network
• Design IBS/Outdoor sites and simulate to know the approximate footprint of the site
• Responsible for the RFP, RFQ, LOM, and BOQ
• Major Clients: Military, Oil & Gas, Metro rail
• Major Projects: AUH Airport, Morocco Airport, Oil-Rigs station offshore.
• Met with clients to discuss assets, expenses, and long-term and short-term investment goals to devise personalized financial plans.
• Established and deepened existing client relationships through complex financial planning.
• Drafted a comprehensive financial plan to offer recommendations and supporting data.
• Answered clients' questions about the purposes and details of plans and strategies.

• Handled NPM-MS project, and worked closely with the line manager in different planning optimization activities for both indoor and outdoor sites
• Hands-on experience with the LTE; VoLTE planning, design, and optimization of outdoor and IBS sites
• Closely monitored the KPIs of newly deployed sites 3G/LTE sites and provided recommendations I.e E-RAB DR, E- RAB SSR, RRC SR, CSSR, CSFB SR, DL /User - /Cell, HOSR, IRAT, SRVCC, traffic KPIs
• Optimized VoLTE KPIs like packet delay, DL average VQI, VoLTE traffic, VoLTE CSSR/DCR, Intra-Inter freq HOSR and Volte MOC CSS
• Performed worst cell optimization and optimized RRC SSR, ERAB SSR, ERAB Drop Rate, Handover Control, and Capacity Management
• Performed throughput enhancement via multi-frequency carrier scheduling and inter-layer strategy b/w layers
• Perform Cell Frequency, SC, and PCI audits to remove any discrepancies and to improve Radio Environment by improving C/I, Ec/No, SINR, RSRP, and RSRQ
• Perform DT Logs Analysis of 3G and 4G to resolve coverage-related issues
• Analyze worse cells daily and escalate HW issues & Alarms
• Used WNCS for neighbor additions/deletions audit and pm propagation delay to detect overshooting cells
• Performed different audits and ensured the network settings met the customer-provided baseline parameters
• Implemented necessary real-time physical redesigns to solve voice and data-related issues
• Performed SON tuning, i.e., ANR, X2, PCI, HO, and power control
• Monitor all LTE, VoLTE, VoNR, SRVCC, and Massive MIMO hourly and Daily KPIs
• Performed frequency and neighbor audits and provided recommendations to solve the discrepancies
• Optimized small cell sites and analyzed the OSS KPIs
• Involved in the network event planning, i.e., New Year, Concerts, Public events, and VVIP gatherings to ensure uninterrupted data and voice
• Preparing benchmarking reports for RSCP, EcNo and HS/EUL Throughput and based on the drive test logs on the cluster level
• Attend Customer meetings to discuss issues related to the new sites Frequency Plan, KPIs Optimization, and TRX Expansion Plans
• Handled VIP complaints and took real-time actions to solve the issues
• Performed passive/active IBS designs/redesign using IBWave for solo/merged networks
• Review the tapping design/diagram and provide recommendations
• Interface with the customer
• Live Monitoring the Special Events using traffic and doing parameter changes using NetAct

• Led the team of customer complaint RNOs responsible for the VVIP complaints related to 3G/LTE
• Solution provider for the VVIP and everyday category customer complaints about the 2G/3G/LTE technologies
• Designed real-time solutions like FEMTO cells, small cells, PICO repeaters, and sector additions to solve the VVIP complaints
• Performed site surveys for the critical sites, i.e., high-rise buildings, lift coverage issues, basement issues, issues related to drop calls, and HO issues at the city borders and the entrance and exits of the parking area in the basements
• Performed network monitoring of the VVIP sites for the significant 3G/LTE KPIs and took necessary action to solve the issues
• Optimized the DCR, ERAB, RRC, CSSR, and HOSR
• Alarm troubleshooting and clearing
• Traffic balancing Between Carriers
• Meeting with customers to solve their network-related issues
• Responsible for VIP customer satisfaction and approvals
• Responsible for the customer complaint team management, resource utilization, task allocation, and daily, weekly monthly reports
• Make sure of timely delivery of the tasks as per agreed SLAs
• Interface with the customer.

• Responsible for the drive test activities over the 2G site
• Responsible for the task assigned to the DT team and ensuring all designated sites are delivered on time with a complete task list
• Performed the functionality test for the site and worked with RNO to solve the issue in real-time
• Provided physical recommendations from the field to solve problems related to voice and data
• Analysing Drive test logs using TEMS Investigation
• Troubleshooting the 2G Worst Cells with drops due to UL SS, DL SS, Both link SS, UL Quality, DL Quality, and 3G Worst Cells with drops due to Uplink synchronization
• Provided real-time field optimization support to the RNO to solve coverage holes, drop calls, and HO issues
• Make sure to cover all the possible routes for the DT
• Performed DT for clusters and recommended optimizing the cluster with the help of possible physical changes on specific sites
• Escalate zero traffic cells, low efficient TRXs/faulty Hardware, BSS Transmission drops, UL Interference & TCH Fluctuation to concerned departments
• Perform indoor sites DT (walk test) on VIP Places to check & improve coverage &quality
• Post Processing & Analysis of Log Files, Making Drive Test Reports with Problem Identification and Recommendations & benchmarking the result after changes
• Monitor & improve the KPIs of assigned BSCs/Clusters and work on daily worse cells Responsible for achieving all the required field tests without error
• Prepared site reports
• Performed technical site survey and arranged the reports for the site allocation
• Involved in resolving the sector swap, down TRXs, alarm clearance, and Power Issues
• Identified frequency and BCCH conflicts and provided on-field support for the resolution and clearance.