Systems Design Engineer III (Data Transmission Systems)

About the role

Who We Are!

Aetos Systems, Inc. was founded in early 2007 to provide a unique work experience. Employees are the foundation of our business. Our leaders work hard every day to empower and support our employees in the development of their careers, giving back to their community, and providing their expertise and innovations to our customers - solving real-world business problems. Our culture focuses on our people -- our strongest asset -- ensuring they have an environment to provide best-in-class service and solutions to our customers. We always strive to do the right thing.

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Job Summary

The Transmissions Communication Systems Engineer III researches, designs, develops, tests, and oversees the installation of electrical communication systems at Kennedy Space Center, including network system architecture, cabling, mission imagery systems (both photo and video imagery).

This is a represented staff position with the IBEW Union.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design network communication systems to support network transport, imagery systems, and voice communications systems as required under contract guidelines.
• Apply principles of transmissions, structured cabling systems, codes, standards and regulations, electrical protection, fire stopping and cable system development
• Collaborate directly with team members as required to provide comprehensive solutions and implementation of customer requests, including (but not limited to) standard work orders, real-time design and repair requests, and operational requests.
• Define cabling types, distances, connectors, cable system architectures, cable termination standards, cable installation requirements, and methods of testing installed cable.
• Design and install cabling systems that support a wide variety of existing and future services.
• Define pathways and spaces, administration standards, grounding and bonding and outside plant cabling.
• Develop solutions to routine problems of moderate scope and complexity.
• Process work documentation through prescribed processing software to provide work continuity, visibility and tracking to customer and AEGIS team.
• May serve as engineering point of contact on providing solutions to customers.
• Work under general supervision.

Required Minimum Education and Years of Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is required, plus 5 years' experience, or
• A Master's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an engineering program accredited by ABET and three (3) years of Engineering Experience.

Required Skills, Qualifications, Technical Experience, Certifications, etc.

• Strong understanding of Engineering principles and technologies.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and computer administration.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to pass a NASA background investigation.
• Must be able to pass an initial and random drug test.
• Must have and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.

Physical Requirements

• Normally works in an environmentally controlled setting.
• Occasionally works at customer sites, including outdoors.
• Outdoor conditions may include cold and hot temperatures, high humidity, and windy conditions.
• Sometimes requires lifting up to 35 - 50 pounds, working on uneven surfaces, and standing for long periods.

What we offer

• Competitive salaries
• Education and professional development assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefit packages & 24/7 virtual on-demand doctors' visits
• 401K
• Civic Leave - time off to support your favorite charity or community
• Paid time off for personal leave and holidays