Telecommunications Technician

United States Digital Space LLC; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Telecommunications Technician to support the Rocket Development Facility in Texas. The role focuses on maintaining communication infrastructure, building out HD video capabilities, and ensuring robust video streaming across data servers and IP devices.

Qualified candidates will have IP networking experience, video streaming skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years performing manual electronic tasks including wiring and fiber splicing.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage communication infrastructure to data servers, networking hardware, IP devices, and IT systems.
• Lead the architecture and build out the company infrastructure to support HD-quality video.
• Develop and maintain high-performance video streaming infrastructure and related technologies.
• Administer the network video recording system.
• Configure, develop, test, and implement appropriate codec settings for live video streaming.
• Perform analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex video streaming hardware problems.

Skills

IP networking

Video streaming

HD video systems

Team coordination

Communication skills

Field installation

Windows OS

Education

High school diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Corning Fiber Installation (CFI) Certification

Corning Fiber Designer (CFD) Certification

Fiber Optics Design (FOD) Certification

Job description

the company was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today the company is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal ofenabling human life on Mars.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN

Our McGregor team is an integral part of the company operations and plays the critical role of testing our flight vehicles and spacecraft. Located on a 4,280-acre site in central Texas, the Rocket Development Facility is responsible for testing hardware from development stages through acceptance for flight, and from component level to complete stage testing. Experiencing the rumbling of a rocket engine multiple times per day is just one of the highlights of working at our Rocket Development Facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and manage communication infrastructure to data servers, networking hardware, IP devices, and IT systems
• Lead the architecture and build out the the company infrastructure to support our HD-quality video
• Develop and maintain high-performance video streaming infrastructure and related technologies
• Administer the network video recording system
• Configure, develop, test, and implement appropriate codec settings for live video streaming
• Perform analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex video streaming hardware problems and implement corrective solutions
• Build and support the network systems (voice, video, and data), including switches, routers, and the physical layer
• Implement and maintain new/current UPS systems network capabilities
• Maintain inventory of cameras, communications intercom systems, and test and calibration equipment
• Responsible for the implementation and upkeep of the site's communications systems & video systems
• Create standards for cameras, telecom equipment, communication gear, and other site systems
• Responsible for configuring and maintaining security cameras and servers, which may include the security perimeter server
• Responsible for interfacing and managing contractors for trenching, terminations, and various installs, including fiber and copper cabling
• Install hardware in servers, racks, etc.
• Document all physical layer network systems, communications systems, junction boxes, and camera systems using CAD software

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certification
• 2+ years of performing manual electronic tasks, including soldering, insulation and wiring, splicing, fiber optic fusion splicing, and/or component selection

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience configuring and troubleshooting IP devices on a network
• Solid foundation with streaming low-latency live video
• Familiar with EIA/TEA Standards
• Experience with Data Center/Central Office Installation
• Experience with Windows Server 2003, 2008 R2, and Windows 10
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with high-volume, highly available systems
• Knowledgeable in information technology systems, including PC-based computers, data servers, and networking
• Experience with digital video systems: still cameras, arrays of networked video cameras, high-speed video cameras, infra-red cameras, and camera management systems
• Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in writing) between other employees and customers
• AutoCAD experience
• Corning Fiber Installation (CFI) Certification
• Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) Certification
• Corning Fiber Designer (CFD) Certification
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate, create, and drive projects to completion

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed; flexibility is required
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while maintaining a high sense of urgency in a fast-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, take individual initiative, and communicate effectively with peers, leadership, and customers
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting the upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, and climbing hand over hand
• Ability to work at elevated heights (up to 300 ft.) with proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) unassisted
• Must be able to respond to emergencies to support priority projects, missions, and launches
• Must be able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed, including heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.
• Working conditions may be in tight quarters, and physical dexterity is required
• Position requires some ad hoc travel (up to 15% of the time) to support other the company sites

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with the company is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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