Senior Field Service Tech: Arctic/SOCAL Remote Deployments

DRS Global; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

SES Space & Defense is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to support Alaska and Southern California networks. You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot satellite terminals, microwave backhaul, and remote power infrastructure while traveling to remote sites and coordinating with regional teams.

The role requires climbing and safety certifications, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work independently in harsh Arctic environments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and experience in wireless communication, network engineering, or related field work with at least two years of experience handling progressively complex network systems.
• Foundational RF/Microwave: Basic understanding of RF, antennas, coaxial cable, waveguide, and line-of-sight communications.
• Foundational Power: Basic AC/DC electrical knowledge, wiring, grounding, and electrical safety.
• Tower Climbing Readiness: Willingness and physical capability to climb towers; ability to obtain climbing and rescue certifications.

Responsibilities

• Activate remote satellite terminals and access satellites by conducting Peak and Pol alignment (LEO/MEO/GEO).
• Install, operate, align, and maintain point-to-point licensed microwave backhaul systems; RF/microwave maintenance.
• Install, commission, and troubleshoot remote site power infrastructure (power distribution, rectifiers, batteries, generators).
• Conduct preventive maintenance on Alaska/SOCAL networks at remote sites and data centers.
• Respond to emergency network outages and support disaster recovery plans.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

IP networking basics

Tower climbing readiness

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

RF test equipment

OTDRs

Multimeters

Cable testers

Job description

SES Space & Defense is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician to support Alaska and Southern California networks. You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot satellite terminals, microwave backhaul, and remote power infrastructure while traveling to remote sites and coordinating with regional teams.

The role requires climbing and safety certifications, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work independently in harsh Arctic environments.