EchoStar Satellite Services LLC, and EchoStar Company, provides advanced satellite communications solutions to meet the needs of media & broadcast organizations, enterprise customers, U.S. government service providers, and military applications. From video distribution, data communications and backhaul services to the delivery of television channels for direct-to-home satellite providers and broadcasters, we bring reliable and innovative solutions to the satellite industry.
Summary: EchoStar Space Systems in Cheyenne, WY is looking for a Network/Systems Specialist to support the EchoStar Spacecraft Operations Center and will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of system hardware, software and related infrastructure in support of a 24/7 spacecraft operations environment.
Responsibilities:
· Support existing systems as well as research and implement new tools and technology in support of evolving operations requirements and to improve system security, availability, and performance.
· Install and maintain servers, workstations and supporting network infrastructure in support of operations/project requirements.
· Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs.
· Respond to ground system outages and provide end user support to Spacecraft Controllers and Engineers, escalating issues to senior team members as appropriate.
· Develop basic scripts to automate routine tasks.
· Ensure maximum system uptime by performing routine/preventative maintenance tasks.
· Maintain system documentation.
· Occasional night and weekend work as well as participation in a rotating on-call schedule is required.
Basic Requirements:
· ITAR This position requires access to export controlled items—candidate must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
· Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university or equivalent experience
· 2 plus years experiencers administrating Unix and Windows networks.
· Ability to fulfill a 24 X 7 on-call rotation and respond onsite within 30 minutes
· Occasional domestic and international travel required.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Cisco, Microsoft or Unix related certifications
About Echostar: EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite operations, video delivery solutions, and engineering services. Headquartered in Englewood, CO, with additional locations world‐wide, EchoStar is a multiple Emmy award‐winning company that has pioneered advancements in the set‐top box and satellite industries for over 30 years.
Together with our three subsidiaries—EchoStar Technologies, EchoStar Satellite Services, and Hughes Network Systems—we offer employees the opportunity to explore the boundaries of what’s possible in the fields of engineering and the business functions transforming this engineering into revenue—over three billion dollars’ worth!
At EchoStar we know the excitement of new endeavors. We pride ourselves in not just our engineering expertise, but as pioneers forging technological change to improve the lives of our customers. We are Connecting the World in new and exciting ways, and offer you the opportunity to learn more about how EchoStar family of companies could be the right destination for you!
EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies is 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.
U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law.
EchoStar is an EEO Employer (Race, Gender, Veterans, Disability)
