• Senior Aero Network/Systems Engineer

    EchoStar (Germantown, MD)


    EchoStar** has an exciting opportunity for a **Senior Systems Engineer** in our **Hughes** Network Systems division supporting our AERO group. This position will be located at our headquarters in **Germantown, MD.

    Responsibilities:

    + Implementation of system improvements and monitoring for Hughes Aero production network services.

    + Plan, design and test new software to support the Hughes Aero connectivity services based on airline requirements.

    + Work with software, hardware, and network engineering to ensure that the implementation of the technical solution complies with system requirements.

    + Generate/provide status reports, provide network anomaly analysis, work engineering testing/changes/upgrades, and security vulnerabilities.

    + Support and troubleshoot complex aircraft system issues.

    + This position requires occasional travel up to 20%.

    Basic Requirements:

    + Bachelors degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications or similar field.

    + 7+ years’ experience managing and supporting enterprise network services.

    + Experience with Linux operating system configurations and monitoring.

    + Prior experience with satcom connectivity systems, avionics, and commercial aircraft installations.

    **Preferred Qualifications** :

    + Adaptable and willing to learn new technologies.

    + Must have the ability to effectively multi-task.

    + Advanced knowledge of the FAA/EASA environment.

    + Strong knowledge of all phases of software development lifecycle, including requirements development, design, implementation, testing and deployment.

    + Solid time-management skills and self-discipline.

    + Excellent communication skills.

    + Experience in RF engineering which includes working with test equipment: RF power meter, Bit Error Rate Tester, satellite modem and frequency converter.

    + Direct experience with satellite network ground systems or other enterprise WAN systems.

    + Technical ability with implementing, operating and troubleshooting TCP/IP and Ethernet-based network architectures

    + Experience working at an aircraft manufacturer, MRO, or manufacturer of aircraft connectivity products.

     

    Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.

     

    We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative 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. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law.

     

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