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Senior Engineer, Ground Systems
2019-10-29 10:16:32| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
About us Its a great time to be part of the SES team We are the worlds leading satellite operator with over 70 satellites in two different orbits, Geostationary Orbit GEO and Medium Earth Orbit MEO. We provide a diverse range of customers with global video distribution and data connectivity services through two business units SES Video and SES Networks. Our global team works collaboratively to make a significant, and often lifechanging difference in the world. As part of our team, you will play an integral part in delivering on our vision. At SES, we connect and enable broadcast, telecom, corporate and government customers, and enrich the lives of billions of people worldwide. Senior Engineer, Ground Systems United States Manassas, Virginia As the Senior Ground Platforms Engineer you will be responsible for testing and deploying satellite communications hubs and modems supporting both GEO and MEO constellations mainly based on Comtech systems. This position will work collaboratively with our partner vendors, ground platform architect, network architects, and operations team. Candidate must be selfdriven and contribute significantly in a fastpaced environment. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES KEY RESULT AREAS Analyze VSAT solutions using Comtech Solution in support of SES service offering Lead deployment and testing of ground systems in a lab environment, run test plans, and generate test reports Develop test plans to support the validation of MEO and GEO ground platforms to ensure they meet the technical, functional, performance, and business requirements Partner with Comtech to development system and optimize solutions Evaluate and recommend thirdparty test tools to aid with systems test efforts Drive technical defects and bug resolution with our partner vendors Create operations handover documentations that describes SES Networks specific configuration, commissioning procedure, troubleshooting guides, and CONOPs Deploy HUB software upgrades and major HUB configuration changes Serve as the service reliability engineering function within our engineering team Provide training and support as required to other technical staff QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree in engineering, computer sciences, IT or similar required education can be substituted for experience Masters degree preferred 1015 years of experience in the satellite or telecommunications industry required Advanced experience in VSAT platforms like Comtech focus, iDirect, Gilat, Newtech, or others preferred Advanced experience with designing service levels using QoS feature of VSAT platforms Moderate experience in IP protocols, TCP, UDP, RTP, routing protocols, and switching preferred Moderate knowledge of WAN optimization techniques including TCP acceleration, caching, and compression preferred Basic experience with Unix system environment preferred SatcomComtech certifications and or other industry certification is a plus MEO satellite experience is a plus Proficiency in English required other languages a plus Ability to travel 25 of the time required Whats in it for you? In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer you a truly global opportunity in an exciting industry and all the support youll need for both your professional and personal development. But most of all, we offer a truly unique opportunity to play your part in making a difference for those who need it most. We strive to uphold honesty, transparency and courage in everything we do. Were proud to belong to the SES team and collaborate towards success. Good to know SES and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In conformity with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and the Export Administration Regulations EAR, andor other applicable U.S. law, regulation or other requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, certain positions may require U.S. Citizenship, status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324ba3, or eligibility to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. For more information on SES, click here. Apply HERE
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