5+ years of experience in fiber optics, copper cabling, network, and audio/video systems
Technical expertise in low voltage and fiber optical cable installation and testing
Strong knowledge of industry standards (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA)
Familiarity with telecom network best practices and troubleshooting tools
Operational knowledge of various tools and techniques for cable management
Experience with IP and HD-SDI video systems
Responsibilities
Install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot various cabling systems
Build out telecommunication and equipment rooms
Perform continuity checks and diagnose system malfunctions
Collaborate with team members to resolve technical issues
Direct subcontractors and ensure compliance with safety standards
Read and interpret technical documents and schematics
Document test results and maintain accurate records
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge aerospace environment
Engagement in critical launch and landing operations
Collaboration with a skilled and innovative team
Potential for overtime and flexible scheduling based on mission needs
Travel opportunities to various SpaceX locations
Exposure to advanced telecommunications technologies
Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment and systems
Full Job Description
LEAD NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNICIAN
SpaceX technicians work in a complex environment supporting a variety of critical launch and landing site and ground support systems. The Network Infrastructures team installs and supports the infrastructure used for all types of telecommunications in support of the production and launch of our vehicles/spacecraft. This includes but not limited to installation and support of the layer 1 fiber and copper data network cabling infrastructure, support of mission video, ground-side vehicle and payload interface systems, ground stations, telemetry and optical tracking systems, marine communications, readiness testing, and other systems involved in real-time communications and operations for Falcon, Dragon, Starship and other missions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Install, terminate, test, troubleshoot, and document test results for fiber, network, audio, video, and RF cabling
Install, test, and troubleshoot audio, video, and RF equipment
Install cable pathway systems (cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks or D-rings)
Install, terminate, test, label, and document horizontal, backbone and other cables
Build out telecommunication and equipment rooms
Install connectors, connector pins, terminals, and lugs
Perform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments
Investigate, diagnose, correct, and document instrumentation or system malfunctions
Perform complex technical assignments involving communications systems, instrumentation and data acquisition/processing systems
Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data
Read and interpret planning documents, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints, and engineering sketches
Direct subcontractors on scope of work and standards
Ensure contractors follow safety and quality expectations
Validate contractor deliveries before sign-offs
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
5+ years of experience installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing: fiber optics, copper cabling (RF, Ethernet), network and telephony installation, and audio/video systems
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Technical expertise in the installation, termination, testing of low voltage cables and fiber optical cables to include twisted pair, coaxial, stranded and solid conductor low voltage cables, single mode and multi-mode fiber optical cables
Strong knowledge of industry standards (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA); different types of fiber (MM, SM) for interior and exterior usage; Cat5E, Cat6 and Cat6A data cabling; and cable pathways such as conduit, fire penetrations and cable trays
Knowledge of the telecom network best practices and concepts including network security, network architecture design, technical standards and deliverables, troubleshooting tools (e.g., line analyzers, breakout boxes, and network traces), software and hardware installation and configuration, network hardware, and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DLC, and ASYNC)
Working knowledge of audio, video, and wireless systems and corresponding physical means of delivery (analog, digital, AoIP, VoIP, etc.)
Operational knowledge of oscilloscopes and multi-meters, soldering wires and connectors, various crimping tools, wire stripping techniques, Ohm's law, continuity testing, pinning out a military type connector, routing and tie wrapping cables, drilling and tapping holes, and building junction boxes
Experience with DC power supplies, DC-DC converters, heat shrink tubing, cable harnessing, lacing, and proper strain relief concepts
Experience with IP and HD-SDI video cameras and infrastructure
Comprehension of modern networking architecture and what is necessary for physical layer inter-connectivity
Experience operating articulating boom lifts, fork lifts, scissor lifts, and other work site machinery
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks
Ability to work at elevated heights and/or tight spaces
Physical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (15 to 35 lbs.)
Regularly exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments - heat, cold, rain
Work occasionally performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise
Available to work overtime hours, nights and weekends when required by mission milestones
Ability to travel (~10-25%) as required to other SpaceX locations
Typically, 40-hour work weeks with overtime as required; schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
About SpaceX
SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
