Title: Ground System Technician

Location: Northridge, California

Duration: long term contract 

Compensation: 45-55hr 

Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Skillset / Experience:

Ground System Technician

• The successful applicant will be involved with many aspects of the installation, testing, and maintenance of satellite ground station antennas in outdoor, datacenter, and lab settings. This will involve mechanical, electrical, RF, optical and copper cable and harness/metal fabrication, equipment logistics.
• Build, fix, and maintain ground system hardware and equipment
• Configure, operate and maintain satellite ground station antennas and subsystems
• Perform real-time remote and onsite troubleshooting and maintenance for ground system malfunctions and quickly return mission-critical systems to service
• Interface with external partners (private and government) to install and maintain gateway ground communication systems.
• Acquire proper inventory parts and equipment needed for repair or replacement of defective components
• Conduct project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons
• Collaborate with all staff members and stakeholders in the development and use of proper procedures in support of all layer 1 infrastructure
• Assist in vendor scheduling, installation, and subcontracting activities on facility system infrastructure
• Maintain documentation of job status, job change revisions, material flow and other project and maintenance records
• Assist in job walks and in determining needs for new installations and redesigns
• Ensure all components and materials are clean and serviceable
• Monitor and maintain a reasonable inventory of replacement hardware, general use materials, and tools
• 5+ years of experience work related experience in building and troubleshooting ground network infrastructure
• 5+ years of experience as a mechanic or technician and experience in basic construction techniques and the use of power tools, hand tools, and calibrated tooling
• 5+ years of operations experience with spacecraft, ground stations, RF, IT/networks, or other communication systems
• 5+ years of rack build and maintenance experience in datacenter settings
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and ambiguity settings
• Knowledge of network standards and configuration (TCP/IP, SNMP, serial communications)
• Knowledge of computer skills: MS Office, Visio, and Web applications
• Experience designing & constructing IT racks (UPS, PDUs, cable management, servers, network devices)
• Experience in the space, aviation, military, telecommunication, or high-reliability operating environment
• Experience with low voltage AC & DC power distribution
• Meticulous attention to detail, standards, and documentation, inventory of consumable parts
• Ability to read and understand basic wiring schematics and construction blueprints
• Communication skills for relaying data (verbally and in-writing) between other employees and customers
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Availability for long hours and weekends, as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Availability for occasional travel, as required

Our benefits package includes: 

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities

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