Network Planning Engineering

Aleron; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-oriented culture

Global workforce solutions leader

People-first environment

Delivery-focused results

Job summary

Acara Solutions seeks a Service Activation Engineer in Melbourne, FL to support FAA/FTI program activities. You will oversee installation, activation, testing, and documentation of network services, coordinating with internal and external teams to meet program requirements.

Requirements include a strong background in Ethernet/IP networks, testing/validation, and experience with telecom service activations. This role demands attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• 8+ years leading network vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Ciena, RAD).
• 8+ years with MetaSolv database modeling.
• 2+ years WAN telecom networks experience.
• 8+ years Ethernet and IP experience.
• 8+ years coordinating maintenance requests.
• 8+ years troubleshooting IP networks.
• 8+ years data protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS.
• 8+ years testing/validation and documentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute and document formal acceptance testing of FTI products and services per program requirements.
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate communication circuits per IEEE, ITU, TIA, ISO and FTI specifications.
• Collaborate with FTI Engineering team to resolve implementation and acceptance issues.
• Coordinate Maintenance Request activity to support engineering changes per program requirements.
• Execute service disconnects per customer/program request via the established process.

Skills

Network engineering

Project management

Technical writing

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Customer communication

Security clearance

CCNA certification

Education

Associate’s Degree

Tools

MetaSolv

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Network Planning Engineering
Location: Melbourne, FL
Employment: Temp to Perm (12 months)
Industry: Aerospace and Defense
Compensation: $48.78 /hour
Schedule: 40 hours /week

About the Opportunity

• We are looking for a motivated individual ready for an exciting opportunity to join the FTI team as a Service Activation Engineer supporting the FAA/FTI program.
• As a Service Activation Engineer, candidate will support supervision of FTI equipment and service order installation and activation.
• The candidate will collaborate with internal and external teams and work independently implementing scheduled network maintenance events.
• Other tasks include managing special projects supporting program requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider‑ we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Execute and document formal acceptance testing of FTI products and services per program requirements
• Test, troubleshoot, and validate communication circuits per IEEE, ITU, TIA, ISO and FTI specifications
• Collaborate closely with FTI Engineering team members to resolve implementation and acceptance issues as needed
• Responsible to execute a coordinated Maintenance Request (MR) activity to support, Engineering changes per customer and program requirements.
• Responsible to execute services disconnects throughout the established Network / CPE per customer and program request via established program disconnect process.

Job Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Associate’s Degree
• 8+ years of experience in leading network vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Ciena, RAD
• 8+ years of experience in database modeling software such as MetaSolv
• 2+ years of experience in WAN Telecommunications networks
• 8+ years of experience in Ethernet and IP
• 8+ years of experience in coordinating maintenance request activities
• 8+ years of experience in troubleshooting IP network configurations
• 8+ years of experience in data protocols that include TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS
• 8+ years of experience in previous technical writing background/skills in order to execute and document formal acceptance testing of FTI products and services per program requirements
• 8+ years of experience in previous telecommunications, testing/troubleshooting and validation of service activations

What Sets You Apart

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunication Engineering or Computer Science or Computer Information Systems
• Highly motivated and capable of developing and following detailed instructions and action plans
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Strong skill set with Microsoft Office applications
• Project management skills capable of adhering to deadlines and completion of tasks per project schedule
• Knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings and technical procedures
• Prior experience with Sonet architecture
• Cisco Design experience
• Problem solving
• Strong communication skills (able to communicate effectively to customer reps)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment to meet critical deadlines
• Knowledge of FTI Telecommunications equipment installation, configuration and testing standards including TDM, PDH, SDH, SONET, and IP network architecture
• Domain knowledge of data protocols including TCP/IP, DMVPN, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EIGRP, HSRP, IS-IS, LDP, PIM, MSDP, and Ethernet
• Strong customer interface skills supporting coordination of both Telco providers and Harris field technician site access as required
• Possesses an intermediate (CCNA) certification

Additional Information

• Requires the ability to obtain an Active Secret Clearance
• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F‑1 OPT STEM work authorization status.