Ahtsham Hussain Shah
luton,Bedfordshire
Summary
Experienced RF Optimization and Telecommunications Engineer with over 4 years of experience in LTE, 3G and 2G network optimization, RF troubleshooting, KPI analysis, drive testing, and wireless communication systems. Currently pursuing MSc Communication and Information Engineering in the United Kingdom with strong technical expertise in RF propagation, antennas, microwave engineering, satellite communications, embedded systems, and telecom network optimization. Skilled in MATLAB, Python, C++, ADS, ANSYS HFSS, Wireshark, AI-based embedded systems, and communication system analysis. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with practical experience in telecom operations, RF optimization, optical fiber communication, and wireless system troubleshooting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RF Optimization Engineer
Unicorn Tele Services Pvt. Ltd
01.2020 - 04.2024
- Optimized LTE, 3G and 2G network performance through KPI analysis, improving SINR, throughput, and customer experience.
- Conducted drive testing and benchmarking to identify coverage gaps and optimize network parameters.
- Performed troubleshooting for call drops, packet delay, low throughput, and poor MOS samples.
- Executed Layer 3 and SIP analysis to investigate mobility failures and service degradation.
- Performed interference analysis and resolved hardware-related issues involving RRUs, antennas, feeders, and jumpers.
- Conducted spectrum scan analysis and identified potential network interferers.
- Investigated MIMO performance issues and recommended corrective actions.
- Coordinated with field operation teams for hardware troubleshooting and network maintenance.
- Worked collaboratively with technical teams to improve network reliability and communication performance.
Optical Fiber and Telecommunications Intern
SCO Mirpur AJK
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Completed a two-month internship focused on optical fiber communication systems and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Learned optical fiber splicing, connection techniques, cable management, and maintenance procedures.
- Gained hands-on experience identifying and troubleshooting fiber faults using telecom testing instruments and tools.
- Developed understanding of mobile communication systems, internet infrastructure, routing, and wireless communication technologies.
- Observed LTE and cellular communication architecture and network operations.
- Supported technical troubleshooting and field support activities within real telecom environments.
Education
MSc - Communication and Information Engineering
University of Hertfordshire
United Kingdom10-2023
BS - Electrical Engineering
Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST)
Pakistan01-2019
Skills
- Telecommunications & RF Engineering
- LTE
- 4G
- 3G
- 2G Network Optimization
- RF Troubleshooting
- KPI Analysis
- Drive Testing
- Benchmarking
- Layer 3
- SIP Analysis
- SINR
- RSRP
- RSRQ
- Throughput Analysis
- Wireless Communication Systems
- Radio Propagation
- Signal Analysis
- Antenna Design
- RF Simulation
- Mobile Communication Networks
- Optical Fiber Communication Systems
- Communication Protocols
- Network Analysis
- Python
- C
- MATLAB
- Simulink
- OpenCV
- Google Colab
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ADS
- ANSYS HFSS
- Wireshark
- Multisim
- AutoCAD
- Embedded Systems
- AI
- Machine Learning Applications
- Communication System Design
- Technical Troubleshooting
- System Testing
- Validation
- Signal Processing
- Hardware Integration
Certification
- Internship Certificate – Special Communications Organization (SCO)
- MATLAB Fundamentals
- Python Programming
- AI and Machine Learning Courses
- Telecommunications and Networking Training
- RF Engineering and Wireless Communication Courses
Accomplishments
- Received Laptop from Prime Minister of Pakistan under National Laptop Scheme.
- Participated in Intervarsity Cricket Tournament in 2018 and 2019.
- Participated in Intercollegiate Cricket Tournament in 2018 and 2019.
Languages
English
Urdu
Professional Registration
Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Registered Engineer, Holder of valid Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) Engineering Registration Card.
Hobbies and Interests
- Wireless Communication Research
- RF and Antenna Systems
- AI and Emerging Technologies
- Programming and Embedded Systems
- Aerospace and Satellite Communications
- Technical Innovation and Problem Solving
- Fitness and Sports
- Reading and Travelling
Projects
- 5G Antenna Design with Integrated Filtering, Designed and simulated a compact 5G antenna using ADS and ANSYS HFSS. Performed electromagnetic analysis, impedance matching, and bandwidth optimization. Evaluated antenna performance and communication system integration.
- Real-Time Human Detection System using Jetson Nano, Developed an AI-based embedded system using NVIDIA Jetson Nano, Python, OpenCV, and C++. Implemented real-time object detection and processing techniques. Improved understanding of AI integration with embedded communication systems.
- Hexacopter Drone System – Final Year Project, Designed and developed a Hexacopter Drone as a final year engineering project. Focused on drone communication systems, flight stability, embedded control systems, and wireless operation. Integrated sensors, motors, ESCs, and wireless communication modules for stable system operation. Worked on power management, signal processing, and embedded electronics integration. Performed system testing, troubleshooting, validation, and flight performance optimization.
- LTE Pathloss Modeling and RF Propagation Analysis, Conducted RF propagation and pathloss analysis using LTE measurement data. Evaluated RSRP, RSRQ, pathloss coefficients, and wireless propagation behavior.
- Satellite Communication and Starlink Analysis, Analyzed LEO satellite communication systems, antenna gain, free-space pathloss, and broadband performance. Evaluated Ku-band, Ka-band, and V-band frequency selection for satellite communication systems.
Timeline
RF Optimization Engineer
Unicorn Tele Services Pvt. Ltd
01.2020 - 04.2024
Optical Fiber and Telecommunications Intern
SCO Mirpur AJK
05.2019 - 07.2019
MSc - Communication and Information Engineering
University of Hertfordshire
BS - Electrical Engineering
Mirpur University of Science and Technology (MUST)