Telecommunications Specialist

TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Our Texas 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 each day is just one of the highlights of working at our Rocket Development Facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and manage communication infrastructure for data servers, networking hardware, IP devices, and IT systems
• Develop and maintain high-performance video streaming infrastructure and related technologies
• 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
• Implement and maintain new/current UPS systems' network capabilities
• Assist in vendor scheduling, installation, and subcontracting activities on large and complex facility system infrastructure

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience working with audio systems and/or radio communication systems

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience working with a camera management system
• 2+ years of experience working with Clear-Com software (EHX)
• 2+ years of experience working with RTS software (AZ Edit and IP Edit)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledgeable in information technology systems, including PC-based computers, data servers, and networking
• Experience with TCP/IP networking protocols
• Experience with digital video systems: still cameras, arrays of networked video cameras, high-speed video cameras, infrared cameras
• Corning Fiber Installation (CFI) Certification
• Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) Certification
• Corning Fiber Designer (CFD) Certification
• Solid foundation in streaming low-latency live video

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Role may require extended hours, weekend work, and shift schedules that vary depending on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Flight hardware is typically built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Physical effort including sitting or standing for extended periods of time, lifting and carrying weights such as materials or equipment (up to 30 lbs.)
• Work performed in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
• Frequently required to work in extreme outdoor environments (heat, cold, rain)