Satellite Network Engineer

When you join Verizon

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What you’ll be doing...

 

Network Engineering and Operations Engineers are responsible for the 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: 

• Performing testing and diagnostic procedures on equipment according to published equipment standards. Use test, measurement and diagnostic equipment to analyze, interpret, troubleshoot, document and restore digital services. 

• Following all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure effective results on all workflows. 

• Monitoring of vendor activities, and remote monitoring of other teleports when necessary. 

• Monitoring the network for anomalies and handle issues from customers according to established procedures for management and technical escalations. Monitoring service level and take appropriate action to maintain. 

• Supporting the assembly, installation, configuration and/or testing of satellite and network equipment (e.g., amplifiers, modems, routers, switches, multiplexers) and associated wiring and cabling 

• Coordinating the testing and turn up of service with all involved parties. Working with government, international and domestic customers to maintain highest level of service for their circuits. 

• Performing site operation with minimal supervision during eight hour shifts. Initiating emergency restoration procedures following commercial power failures. Monitoring earth station and terrestrial systems for proper operation. 

• Establishing good working relationship with internal/external departments to ensure timely completion of various tasks.  

• Climbing ladders, working aloft, perceiving differences in wire and cable colors, and moving/lifting items up to 100 lbs.

What we’re looking for...

You'll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or one or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.

• Experience in Satellite Network Communications.

• Experience in IP Technologies. 

• A valid Driver's License. 

• Willing to work assigned shifts 24x7 365, scheduled and rotational coverage including last minute flexibility coverage as well as on-call rotations as needs of the business are presented. 

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

•  A degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or experience with RF/Satellite communications. 

• CCNA/CCNP or other Cisco Certifications. 

• Experience in /Other Satellite or IP Certifications. 

• Two or more years of related experience in an associate’s degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or two to four years commensurate experience in RF/Satellite communications. 

• Experience in RF Technologies/Satellite Communications from a military technical school or accredited technical school/university.  

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

In this worksite-based role, you'll work onsite at a defined location(s).

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $70,500.00 - $115,000.00.