Senior Professional Services Engineer - SME

iDirect Government; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in satellite networking solutions is seeking a Professional Services Engineer in Tampa, FL. This role requires overseeing technical support activities, managing network design, and communicating effectively with clients. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in SATCOM networks, relevant certifications, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience operating Strategic and Tactical SATCOM Networks.
• 3 years of experience supporting iDirect Systems and integration.
• 5 years of experience planning RF/SATCOM mission networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage on-site support projects and coordinate intentional outages.
• Perform systems engineering tasks and integration of hardware/software.
• Develop methodologies for system optimization and provide technical support.

Skills

Technical writing

Trend analysis

Interpersonal skills

Network design

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience

Security+ Certification

Cisco CCNA Certification

Job description

Overview

iDirect Government is dedicated to providing next generation solutions for broadband IP networking via satellite networks. As the leading innovators in this space, our diverse and talented team of Internet, satellite and telecommunications professionals continues to break new ground and create significant opportunities for network operators, for service providers and resellers, and for corporate networking professionals.

The Professional Services Engineer (PSE) works on site at a location in Tampa, Florida as a member of the iDirect Government (iDirectGov) Operations Department and Professional Services team, serving as an onsite technical point of contact for the Customer. The PSE is the primary interface for the Customer and Partners from the Professional Services team, in the development, design, implementation, and management of training and professional services required in support of iDirectGov network components. The PSE’s excellent organizational, planning, and communications skills are critical. The PSE must exhibit superb time and resource management while working solo and as part of a two person iDirectGov team. The Customer environment demands that the PSE be resilient and reliable in high pressure, no-fail situations.

Responsibilities

• Candidate must present a professional image to the customer and represent iDirectGov in an appropriate manner.
• Candidate must lead through demonstration and continuously champion new innovative ideas and processes while improving existing methodologies.
• Candidate will be responsible for:
• Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) characterization within a TDMA environment
• Systems engineering tasks, such as working with satellite providers to properly bring up RF carriers and working with teleport personnel to verify IF patching
• Identification of network design shortfalls and communicating solutions to the customer
• Identification of failed hardware and subsequent RMA processing
• Technical writing of best security practices based on customer operations
• Trend analysis and daily operational support as needed.
• Worldwide implementation of a multiple hub, terrestrially connected network.
• Performing system and equipment integration in accordance with customer-approved documentation, drawings, test plans, and procedures.
• Providing technical support during the integration of hardware and software systems or subsystems.
• Providing recommendations for improvements on integration and maintenance of iDirect/iDirectGov systems, subsystems, or components.
• Participating in mission planning and developing solutions to support world-wide missions.
• Providing system hardware and software documentation, including system operator manuals, equipment maintenance manuals, operator guides, and operating system software.
• Developing methodologies and implementation strategies for iDirect/iDirectGov systems optimization.
• Candidate must attend regular briefings and provide detailed status reports to management.
• Candidate must communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both internal and external.
• Candidate will direct and manage on-site support projects, coordinate intentional outages, and work with remote individuals.
• Candidate will support new equipment installations, hardware, and software upgrades.
• Candidate should have 10 years of experience operating Strategic and Tactical SATCOM Networks.
• Candidate should have 3 years of experience supporting iDirect Systems and integration
• Candidate should have experience in Cisco and iDirect Group Quality of Service (QoS) implementation.
• Candidate should have 5 years of experience planning RF/SATCOM mission networks
• Preferred Linux Administrator i.e. Linux+ or RHCSA
• Candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willingness and flexibility for travel is required (25%).

Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Candidate must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in technical experience.

Security ClearanceCandidate must have a minimum Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI capable.

Candidate must possess Security+ Certification

Candidate must possess Cisco CCNA Certification, or willingness to obtain one in the first six months.

iDirect Government is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected veteran status.