SpaceX
TelecommunicationsTechnician
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Telecommunications Technician at SpaceX. Maintain communication infrastructure. Manage communication infrastructure”
Industry & Context.
resolution of complex video streaming hardware problems
work in extreme outdoor environments, work in tight quarters, physical dexterity is required, ad hoc travel (about 15% of the time)
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
U. S. citizen or national, U. S. lawful, permanent resident, Refugee under 8 U. S. C. § 1157, Asylee under 8 U. S. C. § 1158, eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U. S. Department of State
What You'll Do.
Maintain communication infrastructure
Manage communication infrastructure
Build out SpaceX infrastructure
Develop video streaming infrastructure
Maintain video streaming infrastructure
Administer network video recording system
Configure codec settings
Develop codec settings
Implement codec settings
Diagnose hardware problems
Resolve hardware problems
Implement corrective solutions
Build network systems
Support network systems
Implement UPS systems
Implement communications systems
Maintain communications systems
Full Job Description
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. RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 flexibility is required Must be able to work in extreme outdoor environments when needed, including heat, cold, wind, rain, etc. Working conditions may be in tight quarters, and physical dexterity is required Position requires some ad hoc t
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