Junior Engineer, Ground Terminal
Manassas, VA

Job Description

About us: It's a great time to be part of the SES team

We are the world's 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 life-changing 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.

Junior Engineer, Ground Terminal

United States - Manassas, Virginia

ROLE DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Junior Ground Terminal Engineer is a key member of the SES Networks Ground Systems Engineering team contributing to the development, deployment, and support of SES Networks' customer terminals. The engineer's primary objective is to ensure SES Networks customers have the highest quality terminals systems available, meeting the company's system performance requirements.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES / KEY RESULT AREAS

* Participate on a multi-discipline product focused team to ensure timely and accurate product delivery
* Effectively communicate status of ongoing projects to technical and non-technical stakeholders
* Perform system engineering design and analysis in support of the SES Networks customer terminal in an operational environment
* Develop and validate ground terminal implementation, integration, and certification processes
* Provide technical clarification to subcontractors and vendors developing MEO Ka compatible antennas, RF components, and baseband equipment
* Develop and document requirements, specifications, interfaces, and test plans supporting development and enhancement of SES Networks' customer terminals
* Develop methods to automate testing to drive efficient and accelerated feature delivery
* Other ad-hoc tasks, as assigned by Line Manager

COMPETENCIES

* Excellent written and oral communication skills, in English
* Effective communication and presentations skills in working with both technical and non-technical support staff
* Ability to provide accurate information to vendors and other colleagues, in a timely manner
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, with well-developed organizational skills
* High attention to details
* Demonstrated performance as a reliable team player
* Self-Starter with a high level of personal accountability
* Sense of urgency, initiative and competitive drive to get things done
* Resourcefully working through or around anything blocking things that need to be accomplished
* Ability to work at in a fast pace environment
* Ability to travel, up to 15% of the time

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

* BS in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering or Computer Science, or similar
* 1 year of experience in developing satellite communication systems, satellite terminal systems or satellite-based networking & data systems; Ka-Band systems experience a plus
* Experience in the development or application of VSAT antennas and baseband equipment
* At least six months of experience in remote baseband, IF, RF, antennas, or WAN/LAN equipment
* Understanding of Telecommunications Satellite Systems including VSAT systems
* Academic knowledge of Satellite Communications Baseband, Network Management, and Modem systems equipment
* Complete understanding of GEO, MEO, and LEO telecommunications satellite technologies and systems
* Knowledge of internet based network connectivity principles and implementation
* Thorough understanding of and ability to use system engineering processes
* Excellent/Good command of MS Office package (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio)
* Working knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems

SES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

What's 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 you'll 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. We're 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 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. In conformity with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and/or 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. 1324b(a)(3), or eligibility to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

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