Satellite Engineer - II - # 26-20848

US Tech Solutions; Andover (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

US Tech Solutions is seeking a Teleport Engineering and Operations Engineer to install, monitor, test and maintain earth station telecommunications equipment and related RF/IF/baseband systems. You will support testing, diagnostics, and service turn-ups while coordinating with vendors, customers and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years in Satellite Network Communications and IP Technologies, plus a valid driver’s license and willingness to cover 24x7 shifts including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of work experience.
• 3+ years of Satellite Network Communications experience.
• 3+ years of IP Technologies experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Willing to work assigned shifts 24x7, including on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

• Install, monitor, test and maintain earth station telecom equipment per specifications.
• Perform testing and diagnostics with equipment, interpreting results and restoring services.
• Monitor vendor activities and remote teleports as needed.
• Manage network health and escalate issues per procedures.
• Coordinate testing and turn-up with involved parties.
• Work with government and international customers to maintain service levels.

Skills

Satellite Network Communications

IP Technologies

Driver's License

Shift Work

Education

Bachelor's degree or 3+ years of work experience

Tools

CCNA/CCNP

Job description

$40-$45 per hour

Andover, ME

Contract

Duration: 24 Months

Responsibilities

• Teleport Engineering and Operations Engineers are responsible for the installation, monitoring, testing and maintenance of earth station telecommunications and associated equipment per specifications and operational procedures, Radio Frequency (RF), Intermediate Frequency (IF), and baseband technologies, along with other responsibilities including:
• Performing testing and diagnostic procedures on equipment according to published equipment standards with support. Use test, measurement and diagnostic equipment to analyze, interpret, troubleshoot, document and restore digital services.
• Following all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure effective results on all workflows.
• Monitoring of vendor activities, and remote monitoring of other teleports when necessary.
• Monitoring the network for anomalies and handling issues from customers according to established procedures for management and technical escalations.
• Monitoring service level and take appropriate action to maintain.
• Supporting the assembly, installation, configuration and/or testing of satellite and network equipment (e.g., amplifiers, modems, routers, switches, multiplexers) and associated wiring and cabling
• Coordinating the testing and turn up of service with all involved parties.
• Working with government, international and domestic customers to maintain the highest level of service for their circuits.
• Performing site operation with minimal supervision during shifts.
• Initiating emergency restoration procedures following equipment failures.
• Monitoring earth station and terrestrial systems for proper operation.
• Establishing good working relationships with internal/external departments to ensure timely completion of various tasks.

Must Have Skills

• Bachelor's degree or 3 or more years of work experience.
• Three or more years of experience in Satellite Network Communications.
• Three or more years of experience in IP Technologies.
• A valid Driver's License.
• Willing to work assigned shifts 24x7 365, scheduled and rotational coverage including last minute flexibility coverage as well as on-call rotations as needs of the business are presented.

Desired Skills

• A degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or extensive experience with RF/Satellite communications.
• CCNA/CCNP or other Cisco Certifications.
• Experience in /Other Satellite or IP Certifications.
• Three or more years of related experience in an associate’s degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or two to four years commensurate experience in RF/Satellite communications.
• Experience in RF Technologies/Satellite Communications from a military technical school or accredited technical school/university.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or 3 or more years of work experience

About US Tech Solutions

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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