Infrastructure Specialist -VHF/VDL

SITA Switzerland Sarl; Montreal; Remote; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex Week

Flex Day

Flex Location

Employee Wellbeing

Professional Development

Competitive Benefits

Job summary

SITA Group is seeking a qualified professional to design, implement, and support VHF/VDL infrastructure across North, Central, and South America. You will ensure compliance, performance, and lifecycle management of mission-critical systems while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

Required are a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years in RF/Telecommunications. ITIL v4 and PMP are desirable. Fluency in English and Spanish; Portuguese a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of RF/Telecommunications systems, network installation and support experience (preferably VHF).
• ITIL v4, PMP certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to mid-sized VHF/VDL project delivery from engagement to completion.
• Coordinate with internal teams, third-party suppliers, and local authorities across all phases.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards and maintain deployment/maintenance procedures.
• Perform engineering analysis of VHF Ground Stations and address performance issues.
• Monitor network performance and address interference and signal issues.
• Provide remote support to field engineers and manage in-transit materials.

Skills

RF/Telecoms

Project delivery

Vendor management

Stakeholder comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Telecom

Tools

ITIL v4

PMP

Job description

Overview

At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry.

You’ll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting‑edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don’t just move the world forward—we’re proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work® by our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

Are you ready to love your job?

The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA.

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM

Design, implement, maintain, and support infrastructure services in accordance with business and functional requirements using appropriate SITA standards, policies, and processes across multiple projects. This role focuses on VHF/VDL infrastructure across North, Central, and South America, ensuring compliance, performance, and lifecycle management of mission‑critical systems.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead small to mid‑sized VHF/VDL project delivery from engagement to completion, including site identification, survey, lease agreements, licensing, equipment ordering, installation, and cutover.
• Coordinate with internal teams, third‑party suppliers, and local authorities throughout all project phases.
• Ensure compliance with corporate standards and maintain updated deployment and maintenance procedures.
• Perform engineering analysis of VHF Ground Stations, identify performance issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor network performance, benchmark results, and proactively address interference and signal issues.
• Provide remote support to field engineers and manage in‑transit materials for construction and installation.
• Apply ITIL v4 principles in service management; ITIL certification is considered a strong plus.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Recognized professional certifications/experience (ITIL v4, PMP) are desirable.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in RF/Telecommunications systems, network installation, and support (preferably VHF).
• Proven track record in project delivery and site planning for ground station facilities.
• Experience in vendor management, compliance, and multi‑country deployments.
• VHF/VDL infrastructure design and lifecycle management
• RF performance monitoring and troubleshooting
• Supplier and contract management
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• English and Spanish communication skills are required; Portuguese is a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

We’re all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We’re really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever.

• Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team’s needs)
• Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans.
• Flex Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
• Employee Wellbeing: We've got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs.
• Professional Development: At SITA, we believe growth fuels innovation. Our learning ecosystem offers access to world-class platforms and programs designed to help you thrive. From LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft's Enterprise Skills Initiative, and Airport Council International - available to all employees - to specialized solutions like Pluralsight for technology upskilling, Harvard Business Publishing for people leadership, Stanford for strategic development and many others, we align learning opportunities with your Development Plan and our business priorities. Your development journey is supported every step of the way.
• Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status.

SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.