Operations Technician Tier II U.S. Electrodynamics, Inc.

Usei Teleport; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

USEI, a premier satellite teleport services provider, seeks an Operations Technician Tier II in Brewster, WA. You will operate and maintain earth station antennas, HPAs, LNAs/LNBs, RF systems, and baseband equipment to support 24x7 services.

Responsibilities include installation, testing, real-time link analysis, preventative maintenance, documenting RF diagrams, and assisting NOC calls. Must have 2+ years in satellite comms; ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, and obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in satellite communications, teleport, or earth station operations (or equivalent technical training/degree).
• Proficiency with test equipment (spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, power meters, digital test sets).
• Ability to read and interpret RF/electrical drawings and block diagrams.
• PC proficiency (MS Office); ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain earth station antennas, HPAs, LNAs/LNBs, converters, RF switching systems, ACUs, fiber-optic subsystems, and baseband equipment.
• Perform installation, configuration, activation, testing, and troubleshooting of satellite and terrestrial services.
• Monitor and analyze satellite links (EIRP, C/N, etc.); identify and resolve performance issues in real time.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance, fault isolation, and repairs down to system or component level.
• Support NOC calls/emails, alarm response, and customer service troubleshooting for RF and USEI terrestrial network.
• Maintain accurate documentation, RF diagrams, and performance baselines.
• Participate in occasional missions including TT&C, launch support, and specialized customer services.
• Familiarity with M&C (Monitor and Control) operations and interactions.

Skills

Satcom operations

RF troubleshooting

Test equipment

RF drawings reading

Security clearance

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in RF/Electrical/Telecom

High school diploma

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Power meters

Frequency counters

Digital test sets

Job description

POSTING DATE: 10/02/2026

CLOSING DATE: 10/20/2026

TITLE: Operations Technician Tier II DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: NON-EXEMPT REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

JOB CODE: Brewster, WA LOCATION: Brewster, WA

Overview

USEI works with some of the world’s largest and most dynamic private, commercial and government organizations providing satellite teleport services including TT&C, broadcast video, aviation and Internet services delivery.

To constantly deliver best-in-class service to our clients, we need exceptional people in every position and in return have high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain earth station antennas, HPAs, LNAs/LNBs, converters, RF switching systems, ACUs, fiber-optic subsystems, and baseband equipment.
• Perform installation, configuration, activation, testing, and troubleshooting of satellite and terrestrial services.
• Monitor and analyze satellite links (EIRP, C/N, etc.); identify and resolve performance issues in real time.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance, fault isolation, and repairs down to system or component level.
• Support NOC calls/emails, alarm response, and customer service troubleshooting for RF and USEI terrestrial network.
• Maintain accurate documentation, RF diagrams, and performance baselines.
• Participate in occasional missions including TT&C, launch support, and specialized customer services.
• Familiarity with M&C (Monitor and Control) operations and interactions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in satellite communications, teleport, or earth station operations (equivalent technical training or degree in RF/Electrical/Telecom accepted).
• Proficiency with test equipment (spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, power meters, digital test sets).
• Strong electronics troubleshooting skills (system- and bench-level).
• Ability to read and interpret RF/electrical drawings and block diagrams.
• High school diploma required, Associate's or Bachelor's in a technical field preferred.
• PC proficiency (MS Office Suite); ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in elevated or confined spaces.
• Ability to obtain security clearance as needed
• Requires US citizenship or Green Card
• Requires 12-hour shift coverage to provide 24x7x365 coverage including Holidays-working rotating shift schedule

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: $60,000 - 75,000 annual salary.

Compensation within the range above will depend on your relevant experience, skills, and role responsibilities.

Benefits: Full and generous benefits package, including;

• Medical, Dental, and Life benefits, at no cost for the employee.
• Family Medical and Dental plans available.
• 401K retirement programs available.
• Average of 10 paid observed Holiday Days per year.

USEI is an Equal Opportunity and Affi…