Job Overview
The Ground Hardware Engineer is a pivotal role within our organization, responsible for ensuring the seamless operation, maintenance, and repair of ground terminal architecture at customer sites.
This position requires a high degree of technical expertise, as well as strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and restore mission-critical operations.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of applying technical knowledge to solve complex problems and contribute to the development of next-generation mission execution infrastructure.
Daily activities will include performing daily activities and 24/7 response for technical operations, maintenance, and repair of end-to-end communications capabilities.
The engineer will oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of communications systems and components for ground to space communication links, including crafting and executing preventative maintenance plans for large antenna platforms and associated equipment.
To be successful in this role, one must demonstrate proficiency in electronics principles, with the ability to operate, maintain, repair/replacing/install various types of electrical equipment and devices related to all aspects of satellite communications.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform daily activities and after-hours 24/7 response for technical operations, maintenance, and repair of end-to-end communications capabilities
* Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of communications systems and components for ground to space communication links
* Craft and execute preventative maintenance plans for large antenna platforms and associated equipment
* Apply technical knowledge of electronics principles to determine equipment malfunctions and apply skills to restore mission critical operations
* Operate, maintain, repair/replace/install various types of electrical equipment and devices related to all aspects of satellite communications
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or related field
* Minimum 5 years' experience in satellite communications
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Working Conditions:
* Ability to work on elevated structures at heights of ~100 feet
* Ability to lift and carry ~45lbs
* Ability to work in narrow and confined spaces