Telecommunications Expertise
We seek a highly skilled Telecommunications Engineer to join our team. In this critical role, you will play a key part in designing and supporting complex telecommunications infrastructure for our production facilities, launch infrastructure, and spacecraft support systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide engineering support for the design, operation, improvement, and troubleshooting of all fiberoptic and copper supported network infrastructure for multiple IP based systems
* Coordinate downtime activities between maintenance, construction, and production teams to minimize disruptions
* Drive telecommunication projects using design change requests, power monitoring data, and advanced detection methods
* Troubleshoot electrical system problems, conduct breaker coordination, arc flash studies, and track electrical load and capacity
* Coordinate material procurement for large scale projects
* Write, negotiate, and manage construction contracts with subcontractors across multiple disciplines through contract close-out
* Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams to design, optimize, and maintain systems
* Provide telecom engineering support to field technicians to troubleshoot existing equipment
* Oversee equipment installation, operation, and maintenance to meet specified parameters
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* BICSI RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification; or bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline
* 2+ years of experience in industrial electrical engineering and medium or high voltage power systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :
* 5+ years of professional experience with the design or build of commercial or industrial telecommunication systems as LAN / WAN / WIFI / LTE and ISP / OSP structured cabling systems
* Primary experience with structured cabling for high density commercial applications
* Working knowledge of low voltage AC and DC applications required for powering IT and telecom equipment through multiple power sources
* Experience with critical power infrastructure including UPS systems, backup generators, and automatic transfer switches
* Experience creating and implementing process / design solutions with minimal impact to business operations
* Able to quickly assess an issue and assist technicians with troubleshooting and repair instructions
* Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment, under possible extended work hours and tight deadlines
* Acute attention to detail, ability to see interactions with other systems to avoid problems
* AutoCAD / Revit - beginner to intermediate skill level
* Familiarity with National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association, and International Building Code
* Understand and ability to design to national cabling standards (ANSI / TIA / BICSI)
* Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment
* Strong understanding of construction project management principles, including scheduling, budgeting, and contractor management
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
* Physical ability to perform hands-on work in various environments, including heat, cold, rain, and tight quarters
* Must possess or be eligible for Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
* Must be able to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg
* Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
* Ability to travel as needed
* Valid driver's license
* Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
* 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.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. employment with SpaceX 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.