Network Engineer

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a pioneer in communications technologies through its Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services business segments. For more information, visit echostar.com . Follow @EchoStar on Twitter.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Infinite, Boost Mobile, DISH Wireless, OnTech and GenMobile.
EchoStar has an exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer in our Hughes Network Systems division. The successful candidate will have various responsibilities ranging across monitoring the overall network health of our next generation LEO/GEO satellite communication systems and helping develop the tools to support AI in Live OPS. The position is located in our Gaithersburg, MD office.
Responsibilities:

• Participate in the daily operational activities/provide day-to-day analysis, proactive maintenance, and perform independent complex network system troubleshooting.
• Leverage expertise in troubleshooting and engineering large-scale customer networks to develop and implement automated processes that improve efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with team members to gather requirements and design scalable, secure, and maintainable workflows and communicate to appropriate parties/stakeholders.
• Analyze system API documentation to develop solutions for day-to-day network management activities.
• Utilize version control systems (e.g., Git) effectively, ensuring collaborative and efficient development workflows.
• Design and develop applications needed for data analysis, modelling and data visualizations to support AI in Live OPS.
• Configure and deploy applications to get the required reports for system's analysis
• Work cross-functionally with partners, project management, network, software, and hardware engineers to build network designs to solve connectivity problems.
• Configure and deploy applications to get the required reports for system's analysis
• Find and communicate "stories" told in the data using AI/ML technologies
• Plan and execute pre-release validation and verification, software and hardware compatibility, release test and validation, and upgrades to meet service level objectives.
• Continuously seek opportunities for professional growth, sharing knowledge and insights to strengthen team capabilities.
• Work autonomously and self-direct while thriving in a team environment.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering in the field of data science, mathematics/statistics, telecommunication or related technical field
• 1+ years of experience with intermediate knowledge of load balancers, firewalls, and wireless technologies and security
• 1+ year of satellite ground network installation, commissioning, connectivity, and other test experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with LEO/MEO satellite systems and their systems CONOPS and systems
• Programing skills for data analysis; ideally Python (or R) SQL
• Strong knowledge of data communications principles, architectures, and protocols including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VoIP, SIP, WAN, and Ethernet technologies to design and implement efficient network configurations and interoperability troubleshooting skills (data, voice, and video)
• Deep knowledge of the practices and principles of telecommunication systems analysis, planning, design, and problem resolution skills
• Strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Strong statistical/analytics background
• Proficiency in programming for data analysis; ideally Python (or R) SQL.
• Knowledge of Pandas is essential.
• Experience with satellite system architectures (GEO, LEO, MEO, and others)

Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance.
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.
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Compensation Range
Annual Salary: $65,500.00 - $82,000.00
EchoStar is committed to offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our programs are designed to provide you with the ability to customize your benefits to best meet the needs of you and your family. Our philosophy for these programs is to support and encourage healthy living and wellness. Our benefits package covers it all-from healthcare savings plans to education assistance and more!

• Financial : 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; employee stock purchase plan; profit-sharing; company-paid life insurance, AD&D and disability
• Work-Life Balance : Paid Time Off (PTO), company-paid holidays, health and wellness events, exercise and sports facilities (locations may vary)
• Employee Incentives : Tuition reimbursement, employee referral program, year round employee events and community programs, discounts on Dish Network and HughesNet
• Health : Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Health Savings Account (HSA) with opportunities to earn employer contributions; Health Care, Dependent Care and Transportation Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

EchoStar and its Affiliated Companies are committed to developing and promoting an inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer- Veteran/Disability. We 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. Persons or those able to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearances may be required for certain positions. EEO is the law.