Headend Engineer: IPTV & Satellite Systems Specialist

Hotwire Communications; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays

Hotwire Service Discounts

Job summary

Hotwire Communications is seeking an experienced engineer to support the Headend infrastructure, IPTV quality monitoring, and the design and maintenance of structured wiring across facilities.

The role involves implementing new technologies, analyzing monitoring data, and coordinating with NOC and engineering teams to ensure reliable service delivery. A 3+ year telecom background and hands-on power/HVAC knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering, Telecommunication, RF, or satellite certifications or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of telecommunication/RF-satellite experience.
• Strong Head-End knowledge and computer skills.
• Understanding of IPTV, IP multicast, video codecs, and standards.
• Excellent Audio/Visual observation skills to identify impairments and quality issues.
• Must have a valid, clean state driver’s license.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Visio; Excel preferred.
• Knowledge of LAN/WAN principles.
• Experience with Ethernet, fiber and coax wiring.
• Knowledge of DC/AC power systems and HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Work with the engineering department on the implementation of new technologies or services.
• Design, build and maintain all structured wiring for efficient data flow across facilities.
• Create and maintain preventive maintenance and equipment replacement schedules for UPS, battery backup, power generators, HVAC and sensors.
• Monitor IPTV services and linear channels for Audio/Video quality.
• Analyze real-time and historic data from monitoring systems to proactively address issues.
• Coordinate with NOC and other engineering teams to resolve issues and conduct scheduled maintenances.
• Install, wiring, labeling and configuration of equipment.
• Continuously develop skills to advance professionally.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Head-End systems

IPTV

IP multicast

Video codecs

LAN/WAN

Ethernet/Fiber/Coax

DC/AC power/HVAC

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Visio

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunication, RF, or satellite certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Excel

Job description

Hotwire Communications is seeking an experienced engineer to support the Headend infrastructure, IPTV quality monitoring, and the design and maintenance of structured wiring across facilities.

The role involves implementing new technologies, analyzing monitoring data, and coordinating with NOC and engineering teams to ensure reliable service delivery. A 3+ year telecom background and hands-on power/HVAC knowledge are essential.