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The IT network infrastructure team installs and supports the cable infrastructure used for all types of telecommunications in support of our production facilities, launch infrastructure and spacecraft support systems, including the layer 1 fiber and copper data network cabling, operational voice (both wired and wireless systems), video, ground-side vehicle and payload interface RF 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.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nInstall, terminate, test, troubleshoot, and document test results for fiber, network, audio, video, and RF cabling\r\nInstall, test, and troubleshoot audio, video, and RF equipment\r\nInstall cable pathway systems (cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks or D-rings)\r\nInstall, terminate, test, label, and document horizontal, backbone and other cables\r\nBuild out telecommunication and equipment rooms\r\nInstall connectors, connector pins, terminals, and lugs\r\nPerform continuity checks, locate and correct wiring errors using measuring instruments\r\nInvestigate, diagnose, correct, and document instrumentation or system malfunctions\r\nPerform complex technical assignments involving communications systems, instrumentation and data acquisition/processing systems\r\nCollaborate with team members to troubleshoot failures and issues derived from test data\r\nRead and interpret planning documents, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, drawings, manuals, blueprints, and engineering sketches\r\nBasic Qualifications\r\nHigh school diploma or equivalency certificate\r\n2+ years of experience installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing: fiber optics, copper cabling (RF, Ethernet), network and telephony installation, and audio/video systems\r\nPreferred Skills and Experience\r\n3+ years of raceway installation (conduit, cable tray installation, PVC installation)\r\nAbility to install, terminate and test 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\r\nStrong 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\r\nKnowledge 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)\r\nWorking knowledge of audio, video, and wireless systems and corresponding physical means of delivery (i.e. analog, digital, AoIP, VoIP)\r\nOperational 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\r\nExperience with DC power supplies, DC-DC converters, heat shrink tubing, cable harnessing, lacing, and proper strain relief concepts\r\nExperience with IP and HD-SDI video cameras and infrastructure\r\nComprehension of modern networking architecture and what is necessary for physical layer inter-connectivity\r\nExperience operating articulating boom lifts, fork lifts, scissor lifts, and other work site machinery\r\nAdditional Requirements\r\nAbility to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg\r\nMust have valid driver's license\r\nAbility to distinguish between different colors and possess manual dexterity to complete fine motor tasks\r\nAbility to work at elevated heights and/or tight spaces\r\nPhysical effort including standing, lifting and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment up to 25 lbs\r\nRegularly exposed to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain\r\nWork occasionally performed in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise\r\nAvailable to work overtime hours, nights and weekends when required by mission milestones\r\nAbility to travel (~10-25%) as required to other SpaceX locations\r\nTypical 50 hour work weeks with overtime as required; schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required\r\nTo 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 under8U.S.C. §1157, or (iv) Asylee under8U.S.C. §1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 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