Ground Terminal Tech Operations Engineer , Kuiper Ground Systems

Job Description

Project Kuiper is launching a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites to provide broadband connectivity worldwide. They are seeking a Satellite Communications Ground Engineer to join their ground gateway operations team.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in satellite communications ground systems and operations
• Bachelor's Degree in RF, Aerospace, or other technical discipline or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of work experience in design and commission of radio/mobile telecommunications/RAN installations or SATCOM earth stations
• 3+ years experience in automation via Perl/Python scripting and programming
• 2+ years of network integration experience in troubleshooting and on-site support

Responsibilities

• Assess the health and performance of globally distributed ground terminals
• Address and remediate antenna faults, alarms, and anomalies
• Maintain and/or update antenna calibrations as necessary
• Perform software updates/upgrades of antenna components
• Design system test and verification processes and document at-scale mechanisms
• Manage tactical interactions with partners to ensure technical compliance with project objectives
• Work with stakeholder teams to maintain operational terminals in sync with organizational goals
• Develop team training plans and materials
• Communicate regularly with senior management on status, risks and change control

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
• 401(k) with company match and various investment choices
• Company-paid life/AD&D and disability insurance
• Restricted stock units (RSUs) for employee ownership
• Child care and elder care referrals, adoption assistance
• Paid maternity and parental leave (including Ramp Back)
• Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
• Employee discount on Amazon.com products
• Career Choice program (95% tuition and textbook coverage)