VSAT Construction Manager, Alaska, USA

Techner Ltd; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Techner Ltd in the United States seeks an experienced VSAT Construction Manager for a fully field-based role across Alaska. You will oversee deployment and installation of satellite systems at remote sites, requiring extensive travel across Alaska including bush locations.

Key responsibilities include end-to-end site construction, antenna installation, coordination with operators and NOC, supervision of crews, safety compliance, and on-site documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of VSAT or satellite system construction/installation management experience.
• Experience deploying in remote or harsh environments; Alaska preferred.
• Knowledge of antenna foundations, mounting systems, and civil works.
• Familiarity with iDirect, Hughes, Viasat or Comtech equipment installation.
• Knowledge of RF safety, grounding, and surge protection standards.
• Strong vendor and subcontractor management skills.
• Willingness to relocate to or based in Alaska; valid US driving licence required.
• PMP or OSHA 30 certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee VSAT site construction including foundations, mounting structures and shelters.
• Install, align and point Ku/Ka-band VSAT systems across multiple sites.
• Coordinate with satellite operators and NOC for link commissioning.
• Supervise subcontractors ensuring safety and quality.
• Conduct site surveys for terrain, weather and logistics in remote Alaska.
• Arrange logistics for equipment delivery to remote Alaska via barge or air.
• Ensure grounding, RF safety and surge protection on all sites.
• Maintain site documentation and close-out packages.
• Liaise with VSAT Design Engineer to resolve on-site challenges.
• Track milestones, budgets and schedules for the Programme Manager.
• Maintain health and safety across field sites in Alaskan conditions.

Skills

VSAT construction management

Remote site management

Project management

RF safety

Grounding & surge protection

Vendor & subcontractor management

Alaska deployment experience

OSHA 30 certified

PMP certified

Driving license

Tools

Satellite equipment installation tools (iDirect/Hughes/Viasat/Comtech)

Job description

Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced VSAT Construction Manager for a fully field-based role across Alaska, overseeing the physical deployment and installation of satellite communication systems at remote Alaska sites. This role requires extensive travel across Alaska including remote bush locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end VSAT site construction including civil works, antenna foundations, mounting structures and equipment shelters.
• Oversee antenna installation, alignment and pointing for Ku/Ka-band VSAT systems across multiple concurrent sites.
• Coordinate with satellite operators and NOC teams for link commissioning and acceptance testing.
• Supervise subcontractors and field crews ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Conduct site surveys assessing terrain, weather and logistical challenges for remote Alaska deployments.
• Manage logistics for equipment delivery to remote/bush Alaska locations including barge and air freight coordination.
• Ensure proper grounding, surge protection and RF safety compliance on all sites.
• Develop and maintain site documentation including as-builts, installation records and close-out packages.
• Liaise with the VSAT Design Engineer at the client office to resolve on-site implementation challenges.
• Track project milestones, budgets and schedules reporting to the Programme Manager.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained across all field sites in challenging Alaskan conditions.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of VSAT or satellite system construction/installation management experience.
• Proven experience managing deployments in remote or harsh environments — Alaska experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of antenna foundation design, mounting systems, and civil works.
• Familiarity with iDirect, Hughes, Viasat or Comtech equipment installation.
• Knowledge of RF safety, grounding, and surge protection standards.
• Strong vendor and subcontractor management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple remote sites simultaneously.
• PMP certification preferred.
• OSHA 30 certified.
• Tower/structure climbing certification preferred.
• Bush logistics experience — barge, small aircraft, or snowmobile operations is a strong advantage.
• Valid US driving licence and ability to travel extensively across Alaska.
• Willingness to relocate to or already be based in Alaska.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Long-term engagement on satellite and telecom infrastructure projects.
• Opportunity to work on complex connectivity deployments across remote Alaska regions.
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with exposure to large-scale telecom and satellite network operations.