Senior Communications Technician

Télésat - Mount Jackson, VA

Full-time

Mount Jackson, VA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Communications Technician is responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of the Mount Jackson Teleport facility and its remote locations. This role involves performing both corrective and preventative maintenance on various telecommunications equipment and ensuring the smooth operation of complex data networks.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment including Internet data, VOIP, digital audio and video baseband equipment.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on networking hardware, such as routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex data networks and backhaul configurations.
• Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on IF and RF hardware such as up/down converters, traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA), LNA, and modems.
• Participate in the installation and commissioning of new and expansion services with engineering personnel.
• Complete pertinent documentation associated with maintenance and/or installation tasks.
• Responsible for the operations and maintenance of Antenna systems, Power, HVAC, and supervisory and control systems.
• Provide TT&C support on multiple system configurations.
• Work directly with Telesat customers and/or third-party contractors.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• 3-year Electronics/Telecommunications Technologist Diploma, or the equivalent.
• Understanding of Network fundamentals such as TCP/IP and LAN/WAN.
• Familiarity with complex IP networks, routing protocols, and VPN technology.
• Familiar with various types of telecommunications test equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate solid troubleshooting skills and prioritize the resolution of events.
• Knowledge of Microsoft and Unix based operating systems, applications, and tools.
• Familiarity with Radio Frequency (RF) equipment and systems.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Cable building and basic Fiber knowledge.