Our client is currently seeking a

Satellite Engineer Location:

Andover, ME (Onsite) SLAs required to respond within an hour Systems support telemetry and control for satellites in space Looking for earth station/teleport experience experience in RF/Satellite communications. Some integration potential Antenna configuration/changes Antenna control systems Assists in design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems. Performs simple and routine engineering design tasks with standard techniques.

Description:

Network Engineering and Operations Engineers are responsible for installation, monitoring, testing and maintenance of earth station telecommunications and associated equipment per specifications and operational procedures; Radio Frequency (RF), Intermediate Frequency (IF), and baseband technologies, along with other responsibilities including:

• Perform testing and diagnostic procedures on equipment according to published equipment standards with support. Use test, measurement and diagnostic equipment to analyze, interpret, troubleshoot, document and restore digital services.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure effective results on all workflows.
• Perform monitoring of vendor activities, and remote monitoring of other teleports when necessary.
• Monitor the network for anomalies and handle issues from customers according to established procedures for management and technical escalations.
• Monitor service level and take appropriate action to maintain.
• Perform with support the assembly, installation, configuration and/or testing of satellite and network equipment including amplifiers, modems, routers, switches, multiplexers, etc., along with associated wiring and cabling
• Coordinate the testing and turn up of service with all involved parties.
• Work with government, international and domestic customers to maintain highest level of service for their circuits.
• Responsible for site operation with minimal supervision during eight-hour shifts.
• Commissioning of VSAT terminals for both I-Direct and Newtec networks.
• Responsible for multiple VSAT hubs on site providing many customers with critical services.
• Initiates emergency restoration procedures following commercial power failures.
• Monitors earth station and terrestrial systems for proper operation.
• Establish good working relationship with internal/external departments to ensure timely completion of various tasks.
• Must be willing to work assigned shifts 24x7, scheduled and rotational coverage including last minute flexibility coverage as well as on-call rotations as needs of the business are presented.
• Other duties as may be assigned You'll need to have:
• Associate's degree with 2 to 4 years' experience, or the equivalent of a degree in appropriate education and experience.
• Four or more years of experience in Satellite Network Communications
• One or more years of experience with IP Technologies Even better if you have:
• A degree in Electronics/Telecommunications.
• CCNA/CCNP or other Cisco Certifications.
• Other Satellite or IP Certifications.

Education:

Associate degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or 1-3 years commensurate experience in RF/Satellite communications.