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Communications and Network Systems Engineer
2020-05-22 09:13:22| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Serco Services GmbH part of the Serco group, A FTSE250, Multinational Service Provider with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies We work alongside EUMETSAT and the European Space Agency, where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Communications and Network Systems Engineer based at EUMETSAT, Darmstadt, Germany. Job Description Highly competitive salary Corporate Benefits Package Relocation Assistance if applicable Further information available from the Serco Europe Recruitment Team Main Responsibilities In the course of developing and deploying network infrastructure, services and solutions for current and emerging operational networks, a successful candidate shall be required to carry out tasks such as Identification of networking customer, user, or business needs. Identification, extractioncollection, analysis consolidation e.g. extraction of required data flows and specification of their characteristics. Specification, setup and running of Proofofconcept prototype in lab environment. Detailed specification of design andor solution, incl. detailed rollout plan. Specification of Integration, Verification and Testing procedures. Rollout planning and scheduling migrationintegration, validation Leading network solution deployment activities, in coordination with customers and peers. Provide crossteam presentation and training on network infrastructure and service developments and deployments. Install and configure network equipment. Perform Integration, Verification and Testing. Perform the handover to production and support the customeruser validation Provision of standbycallout support and first line troubleshooting following an agreed rota. Contribute to specification and update of network systems, services and solutions roadmap and strategy Contribute to procurement of network systems and services provide equipment specification and costs estimation, provide service specification, compile detailed equipment lists, perform evaluation and comparison of offers on service andor equipment, contribute to supplier negotiations. Contribute to procurement documentation, e.g. requirements specifications and statements of work. Key tasks have been identified as follows Contribute to the migration to a replacement WAN link between EUM HQ and the various off site locations Contribute to the migration of existing operational programspecific and shared facilities from their current legacy networks to the consolidated network infrastructure at EUM HQ Upgrade the EUMETSAT networks in remote sites, incl. MadridE, LongyearbyenSvalbardN, FucinoI as well as the WAN links connecting the remote sites to the EUM HQ Contribute to the development and deployment of network solutions for the future satellite programs ground infrastructure Develop an understanding of the existing network monitoring and reporting capabilities, with a view to establishing a roadmap for the implementation of more developed realtime performance monitoring and reporting solution The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate should bring the following skills and experience Experience of network engineering in such environments throughout its lifecycle, from identification of needs to deployment and operations. Experience of carrying out specifying, preparing, planning and executing network engineering activities, including their coordination and technical guidance, working with other engineers within and outside the team involved in the activities, and with the customersusers and other stakeholders. Indepth knowledge of Cisco technology and solutions for these environments. Ability to present verbally and in writing network solutions and systems in a comprehensible way, with the specific ability to explain relevant details while keeping the focus on the overall system aspects. Ability to translate IT jargon into customer business terms. Experience of working in and applying the above skills in highavailability, alwayson production environments, driven by high availability requirements. Experience of interacting with suppliers of network products and service providers as part of network infrastructure, services and solutions development and deployment. Experience of configuring and operating network management and monitoring systems such as Netbrain or SolarWinds. Ability to automate network routine monitoring and maintenance tasks. Experience of supporting procurement of network systems and services Microsoft Office Suite. In addition, knowledge and handson experience with the following is considered very desirable MSVisio application. Demonstrated capability of technical authoring structureorganisation of concept, design, and test specification documents, and of creating and working with technical network diagrams Visio. Voice Loop Systems VLS solutions based on VoIP. It will be considered beneficial if the key person holds a current Cisco certification or is able to substantiate equivalent experience. The variety of the tasks and the scope of the systems to be supported require a high degree of autonomy and good analytical skills. The working language for the position is English. Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request. You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time. About The Company Serco is one of the worlds largest providers of public services, employing over 50,000 people in over 20 countries. We work closely with the European Government Institutions Space Agencies providing crucial Services with over 300 staff members. The services we provide are often of critical importance to the communities and nations we serve, Providing public services is one of the most satisfying and rewarding careers you can have, you have an ability to make a real positive difference to peoples lives and to your community and country. As a business which delivers frontline public services, employing tens of thousands of people, we are constantly developing and promoting people our need for skilled professionals is insatiable and few companies can offer as many opportunities for individuals to grow their careers What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service To keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play here. Serco provide the right environment to encourage ideas and a comprehensive Best Practice support network that enables them to put their ideas into action. If you share our values then join with over 50,000 colleagues globally who are equally as passionate about delivering great service as you A career with Serco offers the chance to work with both inspirational people and innovative contracts, in a dynamic and exciting environment. We have a mandate to execute brilliantly and our people lead and inspire based on our core values, Trust, Care, Pride and Innovation. Take pride in what you do.
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