Earth Station Operations Engineer

Company: Dish
Location: Cheyenne
Posted on: March 5, 2025

Job Description:

Company Summary

EchoStar is reimagining the future of connectivity. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products.

Today, our brands include Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes and Sling TV.

Department Summary

Our Technology teams challenge the status quo and reimagine capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our people play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

DISH is seeking an Earth Station Operations (ESO) Engineer I who can design, develop, manufacture, install, provide engineering analysis and repair ESO radio-frequency (RF) equipment, components, and systems. The scope of this job includes project management skills and Subject Matter Expertise (SME) of RF equipment involved in operating a large 24x7 satellite communications earth station. The right candidate will also be required to work outdoors in all elements, be able to lift 75 pounds, climb ladders, operate a motor vehicle and work at heights up to 50 feet. Rotating shift work, working during holidays and weekends will also be required. This individual will be the primary on-shift SME technical resource for the on-shift personnel. This individual must be able to organize, train, lead, and delegate tasks with the department. Previous experience in a supervisory role beneficial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure continuous customer support to all EchoStar, Dish Network and all other internal and external customers using SOP related procedures
• Experience as a leader in the RF field. Proven ability to drive special projects to completion and serve as a technical expert and consultant. Proficient at reviewing and recommending changes to established policies and procedures
• Primary resource for troubleshooting and repair of all ESO equipment components, which includes antenna drive mechanisms, transmission amplifiers, waveguide assemblies, cabling, and fiber optic systems
• Supervisory responsibilities to include managing shift workload for the ESO department, ESO Technicians and Engineers in lieu of the shift Supervisor
• Ability to train technicians/engineers on equipment operation, troubleshooting, established policies and procedures. Able to mentor new employees and peers. Collaborates cross-functionally with other engineering teams
• Coordinates with vendors to complete engineering projects and/or Operations & Maintenance (O&M) items
• Use RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, synthesized sweepers, and network analyzers and common handheld tools as required
  Skills, Experience and Requirements
  
  Education and Experience:
  
  • Background in RF Technologies/Satellite Communications or; a basic electronics course completion from a military technical school or accredited technical school/university is a plus
  • 0-3+ years of RF related work experience suggested experience also preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
    
    Skills and Qualifications:
    
    A valid DOT motor vehicle license is required to operate our aerial lift. The aerial lift is operated on company property and parking lots in the vicinity of other motor vehicles to access antenna components outside of the personnel safety boundaries installed on the antennas.
    
    Other physical job requirements that are necessary that require ADA acknowledgement:
    
    • Climbing: Must be able to climb a vertical ladder unassisted in excess of 30 feet in order to access equipment installed on antenna platforms
    • Lifting: Ability to move or lift 75lbs. Required to move klystron tubes into and out of their transmission cabinets. This also meets the requirement to be able to rake snow out of antenna reflectors
    • Heights: Must be able to work at heights up to 50 feet. Required to work on antenna heaters and components in the aerial lift
    • Weather: Must be able to work outdoors in inclement weather and in areas that are slippery or have uneven surfaces. Required to clear antennas of snow and ice or conduct antenna repairs during the heat of the day
    • Shiftwork: Must be able to work any shift in a 24x7x365 environment in order to meet the needs of Dish customers
    • Must be able to stand, climb, walk, climb and reach while performing the duties of the job
    • The ability to respond to audible and visual alarms
    • The ability to monitor services that include adult content without objections
      Preferred skills and abilities include:
      
      • Ability to calculate and analyze satellite communications data to include; link budgets for satellite communications, antenna gain measurements, transmission power calculations, EIRP measurements and path loss determination
      • Ability to prepare and analyze technical drawings using Visio or CAD. Able to use the Google Suite of applications and databases to ensure O&M methods are documented and conform to established standards and departmental requirements
      • Experience in configuring and maintaining servers. Ability to setup and maintain server hardware, software, including operating systems and applications
      • Familiarity in IP Networking and Security protocols
      • Data gathering and analysis tool experience such as Grafana or Splunk
      • Computer programming ability (Python, Java Script or PHP) along with automation or orchestration techniques
      • Familiarity with AWS (Amazon Web Services) and AI / Machine learning
      • GIS software experience to include map overlays and dataset queries within
        
        Visa sponsorship not available for this role
        
        Salary Ranges
        
        Compensation: $65,800.00/Year - $82,000.00/Year
        Benefits
        
        We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
        
        The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location.
        
        Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Our company is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. We are dedicated to providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.
        
        The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

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