Satellite Network Engineer

About the role

Network Engineering and Operations Engineers are responsible for the installation, monitoring, testing and maintenance of earth station telecommunications and associated equipment per specifications and operational procedures, Radio Frequency (RF), Intermediate Frequency (IF), and baseband technologies, along with other responsibilities including:

Responsibilities

• Performing testing and diagnostic procedures on equipment according to published equipment standards.
• Use test, measurement and diagnostic equipment to analyze, interpret, troubleshoot, document and restore digital services.
• Following all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure effective results on all workflows.
• Making sure vendor activities are monitored, and remote monitoring of other teleports is done when necessary.
• Monitoring the network for anomalies and handling issues from customers according to established procedures for management and technical escalations.
• Maintaining service level and taking appropriate action to ensure continuity.
• Supporting the assembly, installation, configuration and/or testing of satellite and network equipment (e.g., amplifiers, modems, routers, switches, multiplexers) and associated wiring and cabling.
• Coordinating the testing and turn up of service with all involved parties.
• Working with government, international and domestic customers to maintain the highest level of service for their circuits.
• Performing site operations with minimal supervision during eight-hour shifts.
• Initiating emergency restoration procedures following commercial power failures.
• Monitoring earth station and terrestrial systems for proper operation.
• Establishing good working relationships with internal/external departments to ensure timely completion of various tasks.
• Climbing ladders, working aloft, perceiving differences in wire and cable colors, and moving/lifting items up to 100 lbs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or one or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
• Experience in Satellite Network Communications.
• Experience in IP Technologies.
• A valid Driver's License.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts 24x7 365, scheduled and rotational coverage including last-minute flexibility coverage as well as on-call rotations as needs of the business are presented.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or experience with RF/Satellite communications.
• CCNA/CCNP or other Cisco Certifications.
• Experience in /Other Satellite or IP Certifications.
• Two or more years of related experience in an associate’s degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or two to four years commensurate experience in RF/Satellite communications.
• Experience in RF Technologies/Satellite Communications from a military technical school or accredited technical school/university.

Skills

• Technical knowledge of RF and satellite communications.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment.
• Knowledge of standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and group home & auto insurance.
• Matched 401(k) savings plan.
• Up to 8 company-paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Tuition assistance.
• Group benefits including group home & auto insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.
• Flexible scheduling options including premium pay for overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc.
• Up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service.
• Annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $70,500.00 - $115,000.00.