Job Announcement
Position: Satellite Communications Field Engineer
Location: Naalehu, HI
Provide hands-on technical operations and maintenance service at our satellite ground station in South Point Road, Naalehu, HI.
SSC (www.sscspace.com) enables its customers to help Earth benefit from space. Through the efforts of our 600 employees around the world, we provide specialized competence in design, test, launch and operation of space and air systems.
SSC Space Alaska remote ground station is an important part of the global SSC organization supporting a variety of international satellite programs.
Our team maintains and operates equipment to support satellite launches and ongoing satellite missions,
Satellite Communications Field Engineer
Your Role:
SSC Space US is seeking well-motivated individuals to join our ground station team. You will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects related to the activities at a satellite earth station. This is a hands-on role encompassing operation and maintenance of our state-of-the-art satellite communications systems as well as general site maintenance.
All levels of experience encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will work with experienced O&M engineers who will provide on-the-job training. The right individual will be motivated to learn and grow within the team. You will have the opportunity to be involved in all aspects related to the activities at a satellite earth station.
Duties:
- This is a hands-on role encompassing operating and maintaining our state-of- the-art satellite communications systems as well as general site maintenance.
- Service, maintenance, and testing of satellite ground station equipment and facilities
- Operation of ground station equipment during new satellite launches and critical support periods
- Fault isolation and repairs of equipment
- Support new equipment installation
- Documentation and record keeping
- Site maintenance
Minimum Essential Requirements
- Understanding of basic electricity/electronics
- Ability to work in a small team
- Mechanical Skills
- Basic understanding of electricity and electronics
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation
- Desire and ability to learn the technical aspects of ground station equipment
- Ability to work at heights up to 15-meters, including operating elevated working platforms
- Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all seasons
- Flexibility to adjust schedule to work nights and weekends when required.
- Ability to support occasional recall to the site (call-out) within 2 hours for emergency response activities
- Ability to follow and enforce safe work practices
- Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other common applications
- Current motor vehicle driver's license
Desirable Skills
- Communications equipment experience
- Prior ground station or teleport work experience
- Understanding of RF communications systems (eg. satellite communications, ham radio, etc.)
- Skills with IT and network equipment, to include the Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Relevant Trade or University qualifications
The successful applicant will be expected to enhance and grow skills across a broad range of activities.
**US citizenship required**
Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume, cover letter and salary requirements through Indeed. No recruiters please.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person