Technical Services Engineer

Proven Recruiting; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for growth

Collaborative team environment

Involvement in national security initiatives

Job summary

A technology firm in Carlsbad seeks a Technical Services Engineer to solve complex networking and SATCOM challenges. Ideal candidates have 6+ years of experience, Cisco certifications, and a security clearance. This role offers a competitive salary of $140k–$160k per year and opportunities for growth in networking and engineering roles.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with SATCOM terminals and networks.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally 25%.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer and engineering support for systems.
• Configure systems and analyze performance.
• Collaborate to maintain network integrity.

Skills

Operating SATCOM terminals

Troubleshooting Cisco networks

Configuring Linux-based servers

Ansible

OpenShift/Kubernetes

IP/network issues

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or equivalent

Security+ Certification

Cisco certification (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CISSP)

Job description

Technical Services Engineer – Carlsbad

Want to work on mission-critical technology that supports national security? Join a scrappy and collaborative team as a Technical Services Engineer solving complex networking and SATCOM challenges in a fast-paced environment. Apply today!

Who you are:

• You have 6+ years of experience operating and solving issues with SATCOM terminals and networks.
• Proven experience with RHEL, Ansible, and Cisco technologies, including administering and troubleshooting Cisco networks (routers, switches, firewalls), and resolving IP/network issues across all OSI layers.
• Demonstrated experience with Linux-based servers working in OpenShift/Kubernetes/Virtual environments, and ideally you are a Linux Red Hat Certified System Administrator.
• Preferably, you have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience along with a Security+ Certification and Cisco certification: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or CISSP.
• You are a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Security Clearance and are able to travel domestically and internationally 25% on a regular basis; big plus if you have your IAT Level 2.

What you’ll do:

• Provide customer, production, and engineering support for systems, including hubs, remote terminals, and equipment, both onsite and remotely.
• Configure systems, monitor performance, analyze data trends, and resolve technical issues across OSI layers.
• Support CONUS and OCUNUS installations, testing, training, and maintenance of hardware, networking, RF components, and software systems for current and future L-band customers.
• Collaborate with internal NOC teams and external customers to maintain network integrity.

Why work here:

• Opportunity for growth into networking, onsite Networking Engineering, or Field Engineering roles.
• Work on technology supporting meaningful national security initiatives.
• Join a cool, scrappy team that works well together and rotates travel responsibilities.

Compensation:

The expected range for this role is $140,000–$160,000 per year. Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and education. Actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.

Next steps:

Email your resume to [e-mail] if you’re excited to work on mission-critical technology!

EEO Statement:

We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community.