Telecommunications Technician

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN

Our McGregor team is an integral part of SpaceX operations and plays the critical role of testing our flight vehicles and spacecraft. Located on a 4,280-acre site in central Texas, the Rocket Development Facility is responsible for testing hardware from development stages through acceptance for flight, and from component level to complete stage testing. Experiencing the rumbling of a rocket engine multiple times per day is just one of the highlights of working at our Rocket Development Facility.

• Maintain and manage communication infrastructure to data servers, networking hardware, IP devices, and IT systems

• Lead the architecture and build out the SpaceX infrastructure to support our HD-quality video

• Develop and maintain high-performance video streaming infrastructure and related technologies

• Administer the network video recording system

• Configure, develop, test, and implement appropriate codec settings for live video streaming

• Perform analysis, diagnosis, and resolution of complex video streaming hardware problems and implement corrective solutions

• Build and support the network systems (voice, video, and data), including switches, routers, and the physical layer

• Implement and maintain new/current UPS systems network capabilities

• Maintain inventory of cameras, communications intercom systems, and test and calibration equipment

• Responsible for the implementation and upkeep of the site's communications systems & video systems

• Create standards for cameras, telecom equipment, communication gear, and other site systems

• Responsible for configuring and maintaining security cameras and servers, which may include the security perimeter server

• Responsible for interfacing and managing contractors for trenching, terminations, and various installs, including fiber and copper cabling

• Install hardware in servers, racks, etc.

• Document all physical layer network systems, communications systems, junction boxes, and camera systems using CAD software

• High school diploma or equivalency certification

• 2+ years of performing manual electronic tasks, including soldering, insulation and wiring, splicing, fiber optic fusion splicing, and/or component selection

• Experience configuring and troubleshooting IP devices on a network

• Solid foundation with streaming low-latency live video

• Familiar with EIA/TEA Standards

• Experience with Data Center/Central Office Installation

• Experience with Windows Server 2003, 2008 R2, and Windows 10

• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

• Experience with high-volume, highly available systems

• Knowledgeable in information technology systems, including PC-based computers, data servers, and networking

• Experience with digital video systems: still cameras, arrays of networked video cameras, high-speed video cameras, infra-red cameras, and camera management systems

• Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in writing) between other employees and customers

• AutoCAD experience

• Corning Fiber Installation (CFI) Certification

• Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) Certification

• Corning Fiber Designer (CFD) Certification

• Ability to work effectively in a team