IT Wireless Network Engineer

SpaceX; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an IT Wireless Network Engineer to design, deploy, and manage Wi-Fi networks across SpaceX campuses, including Starbase. The role focuses on onsite wireless design, troubleshooting, and documentation within a fast-paced, high-tech environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in wireless RF technologies, CBRS deployments, and experience with Cisco WLAN controllers. Onsite work at SpaceX locations is required, with some travel to other sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering or other STEM discipline with 3+ years of professional network engineering experience.
• Alternatively, 5+ years of professional network engineering experience with a high school diploma in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Design access point placements for new wireless network deployments.
• Work with the network infrastructure team to ensure access points are deployed in the desired locations and to standard.
• Perform wireless surveys to identify coverage gaps and performance concerns, and implement remediation.
• Troubleshoot wireless issues across a large enterprise deployment.
• Schedule and perform software and hardware updates.
• Procure and manage wireless hardware inventory.
• Monitor wireless network health using in-house and third-party tools.
• Create and maintain documentation of wireless networks.

Skills

Wireless RF

CBRS deployments

Cisco WLAN controllers

Network monitoring

Network documentation

Certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCIE)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or STEM (3+ yrs)

5+ years with high school diploma in lieu of degree

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

IT WIRELESS NETWORK ENGINEER

SpaceX is looking for an experienced wireless network engineer with a background in designing, deploying, and managing wireless networks in an enterprise environment. This employee will be a member of the IT Networking team, which is responsible for managing SpaceX wireless networks. This network supports the design, manufacturing, and launching of rockets, spacecraft, satellites, and human spaceflight. This position will be focused on designing, building, and troubleshooting wireless networks at Starbase, including coverage for campus and live data center build environments, with occasional travel to other sites. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, able to document work, excel at multi-tasking, and enjoy a fast-paced high-tech environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design access point placements for new wireless network deployments.
• Work with the network infrastructure team to ensure access points are deployed in the desired locations and to standard.
• Perform wireless surveys to identify coverage gaps and performance concerns, and implement remediation.
• Troubleshoot wireless issues across a large enterprise deployment.
• Schedule and perform software and hardware updates.
• Procure and manage wireless hardware inventory.
• Monitor wireless network health using in-house and third-party tools.
• Create and maintain documentation of wireless networks.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 3+ years of professional network engineering experience; OR 5+ years of professional network engineering experience and high school diploma or equivalency certificate in lieu of a degree.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of wireless and RF technologies.
• Experience with CBRS deployments.
• Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies.
• Network monitoring tools.
• Network documentation.
• Industry-standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent vendor certifications.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This role requires you to be onsite. Hybrid or remote work will not be considered.
• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35 lbs. unassisted.
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