Radio frequency engineering RFEN
The deployment, integration, calibration, tuning and maintenance of radio frequency (RF) and analogue elements of IT systems.
Moving to SFIA 8
There is an updated version of this skill for SFIA 8.
- The skill descriptions have been edited for readability and guidance notes have been added
- Details available here - SFIA 8 Radio frequency engineering
- SFIA 7 skill descriptions will remain available for you to use
- Previous SFIA assessments are not impacted by this change.
Levels of responsibility for this skill
| 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
Radio frequency engineering: Level 1
This skill is not typically observed or practiced at this level of responsibility and accountability.
Radio frequency engineering: Level 2
Assists with setting up, tuning and functional checks of radio frequency/analogue elements. Resolves faults down to line replaceable unit (LRU) level or escalates according to given procedures. Carries out user confidence checks and escalates faults according to given procedures.
Radio frequency engineering: Level 3
Deploys, sets up, tunes and calibrates radio frequency/analogue elements following maintenance schedules and using appropriate tools and test equipment. Incorporates hardware/firmware modifications. Interprets automatic fault/performance indications and resolves faults down to discrete component level or escalates according to given procedures.
Radio frequency engineering: Level 4
Investigates and resolves system-wide fault conditions using a wide range of diagnostic tools and techniques. Reconfigures equipment to circumvent temporary outages.
Radio frequency engineering: Level 5
Develops maintenance schedules and procedures. Approves equipment upgrades and modifications. Monitors system performance, recommends equipment modifications and changes to operating procedures, servicing methods and schedules.
Radio frequency engineering: Level 6
Specifies radio frequency equipment performance requirements and sets maintenance policy.
Radio frequency engineering: Level 7
This skill is not typically observed or practiced at this level of responsibility and accountability.