Job Opportunities - WildBlue Communications

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WildBlue delivers affordable high-speed internet access via Ka–band spot beam satellites to our customers’ homes and offices in the contiguous U.S. Our affordable, high-speed internet service offers multiple packages targeting both residential and commercial needs, including multiple PCs (or other internet-ready appliances) simultaneously.

WildBlue is currently seeking an individual that will be responsible for leading RF/communications systems engineering activities for the WildBlue system within the Engineering organization.

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Specifically the role entails integrating and disposition of performance issues relating to the satellites, gateways procurement, system RF links, satellite terminals, and any RF-communications related technologies at all the gateways, in the lab and other locations as needed.

WildBlue Communications, Inc.

Greenwood Corporate Plaza, Bldg. 1

5970 Greenwood Plaza Blvd., Suite 300

Greenwood Village, CO  80111                                  Map our location from MapQuest

Position Title: ODU Project Engineer

 

SUMMARY: Provide project engineering and management support to the Director of
          Outdoor Unit (ODU). The project engineer will also interface with vendors and other
          functional areas within WildBlue.

ACCOUNTABILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Support ongoing programmatic and technical activities of WildBlue ODUs
  • Develop excellent working relationships with WildBlue infrastructure, engineering, and business operations as well as WildBlue equipment vendors
  • Provide technical support for development projects
  • Participate in weekly program reviews (as assigned)
  • Develop proper documentation of all activities

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able
          to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
          representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
          accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
          essential functions.

  • Knowledge of antennas and RF/microwave electronics
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
  • Computer skills required with proficiency in MS Office applications
  • Matlab, LabView, CAD programs, database programs, and/or other engineering analysis tools is desirable
  • Ability to work either independently, or as a dedicated team member, and provide daily or weekly status as necessary
  • Ability to plan and execute project assignments
  • High attention to detail
  • Self starter

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • BSEE, BSME or comparable degree
  • 3-5 years experience and knowledge in the design, production and operation of CPE systems, and laboratory testing
  • Prefer experience in production, packaging, field operations, network operations, and/or quality assurance
  • Prefer experience or knowledge in project planning and control

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative
          of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
          Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
          perform the essential functions. The work environment involves everyday risks or
          discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices,
          meetings and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment,
          avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals, and/or
          working in moderate outdoor weather conditions.

Contact:

Please submit resume with salary requirements to

hr4@wildbluecorp.com