Sr. IT Wireless Network Engineer

SpaceX • Memphis, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

SpaceX is seeking an experienced wireless network engineer to design, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise wireless networks across its sites. The role is part of the Network Engineering team, which supports the wireless network used in designing, manufacturing, and launching rockets, spacecraft, and satellites, as well as human space flight. The position focuses heavily on designing, building, and troubleshooting wireless networks in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. The ideal candidate communicates effectively, documents work, and handles multiple tasks well.

The role must be performed onsite; hybrid and remote work will not be considered. The employee must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed, hold a valid driver's license, and be able to lift objects weighing up to 35 pounds without assistance. ITAR restrictions apply: applicants must meet the stated U.S. citizenship, residency, refugee, or asylee criteria, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or another engineering discipline and at least 5 years of professional network engineering experience; alternatively, at least 7 years of professional network engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
• Expert understanding of wireless and RF technologies.
• Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 35 pounds unassisted.
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CBRS deployments.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco DNA Center.
• Hands-on experience with Ekahau wireless products.
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools and network documentation.
• Hands-on experience with Linux and Windows system administration.
• Industry-standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE.

Responsibilities

• Design access point placements for new wireless network deployments.
• Coordinate with the network infrastructure team to ensure access points are installed in desired locations and meet standards.
• Conduct wireless surveys to identify coverage gaps and performance concerns, and implement remediation efforts.
• Troubleshoot wireless issues across a large enterprise deployment.
• Schedule and perform software and hardware updates.
• Procure and manage wireless hardware inventory.
• Monitor wireless network health using in-house and third-party tools.
• Create and maintain documentation for wireless networks across all sites.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior