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Blue Signal Search · 3 days ago

Satellite Communications Gateway Engineer

Blue Signal Search is a leading executive search firm specializing in engineering recruitment. They are seeking a Satellite Communications Gateway Engineer to ensure network uptime, monitor gateway health, and support engineering projects while fostering a culture of shared expertise within the team.

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Megan Walsh
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Responsibilities

Safeguard network uptime by monitoring gateway health dashboards and triaging alarms across RF, IP, and power domains, collaborating with reliability, RF, and core-network teams to surpass SLA targets
Investigate and resolve tickets from first report to verified fix, documenting root cause and preventive actions along the way
Turn metrics into action, mining telemetry to spot performance trends and running targeted tests that validate new thresholds or design tweaks
Build and automate test harnesses (Python, Bash, or similar) to vet hardware and software releases before production rollout
Author and maintain knowledge assets—operational run-books, technical bulletins, and O&M procedures—for use by engineering and NOC staff
Cross-train teammates and deliver hands-on workshops to adjacent departments, fostering a culture of shared expertise
You'll be part of a dynamic on-call team, taking the lead on-site for gateway support or upgrades, with travel commitments of up to 15% domestically and abroad

Qualification

RF communicationSatellite ground systemsIP networkingLinux environmentsScripting for automationMicrowave experienceAntenna-system experienceAWS servicesMechanical aptitude

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications, Physics, or a related discipline
2-7 years of hands-on experience with RF communication, satellite ground systems, or related wireless infrastructure—early-career engineers encouraged to apply
Working knowledge of RF signal paths, IP networking, and security best practices
Comfort with Linux environments plus scripting for automation; familiarity with Grafana, Power BI, or AWS data tools is a plus

Preferred

Microwave or antenna-system experience
Exposure to AWS services such as S3 or Kinesis
Mechanical aptitude gained through field or lab work

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package—medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and generous PTO.

Company

Blue Signal Search

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Blue Signal is a nationwide recruiting, executive search, and staffing firm built on a foundation of helping others, doing the right thing, and being excellent.

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Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Matt Walsh
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
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Joe Horvath
Chief Financial Officer
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