Senior Satcom Technician

Job Description

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.

Our DISH Technology team challenges the status quo and reimagines capabilities across industries. Whether through research and development, technology innovation or solution engineering, our team members play vital roles in connecting consumers with the products and platforms of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure continuous operation of Dish Broadcast Center services and provide exemplary customer support
• Perform periodic walk-through inspections to check the health of all ESO systems and equipment
• Conduct routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on all equipment, including antenna systems, transmitters, frequency converters, redundancy switching units, and antenna control equipment
• Construct and install waveguide assemblies, cables, and fiber-optic systems
• Install, calibrate, clean, configure, troubleshoot, and repair High Power Amplifiers and Variable Phase Combiners (VPCs)
• Install electronic components using high-reliability soldering techniques and terminate cables using proper tools
• Utilize test equipment (spectrum analyzers, signal generators, multimeters, fiber-optic test sets) to assess RF equipment
• Use monitor and control systems to investigate issues and trend data on the health of Earth Station equipment
• Generate and complete shift log entries, maintenance tickets, and other required maintenance documentation
• Perform component-level troubleshooting and repair of electronics systems
• Participate in third-party and on-the-job training programs, including automation techniques and modern data tools
• Train other technicians/engineers on policies and procedures
• Serve as a mentor to new employees
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by complying with all legal and safety regulations
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned

Education and Experience:

• 2–7 years of progressively related experience
• High School Diploma/GED, or vocational education preferred

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be able to demonstrate relevant competence through advanced technical certification from an accredited technical school, university, or Military technical school
• Basic IP networking experience - (CompTIA Net+ or CCNA) a plus
• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to work at heights of up to 75 feet and climb vertical ladders up to 30 feet
• Must be able to stand, walk, and reach while performing the duties of the job
• Must be able to respond to audible and visual alarms and use handheld radios for communication
• Must have a valid state-issued Driver’s License
• US citizenship or Permanent Legal Resident status

Visa sponsorship not available for this role

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: EchoStar 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.

We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. EchoStar will accommodate the sincerely held religious beliefs of employees if such accommodations are not undue hardships and are otherwise within the bounds of applicable law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. You may redact any information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of school/graduation from your application documents before submission and throughout our application process. EchoStar will provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to others, or is otherwise not required by law. EchoStar has a more detailed Accommodation Policy that applies to employees. EchoStar endeavors to make echostar.com and jobs.echostar.com accessible to users. Please contact View email address on jobs.echostar.com if you would like to discuss the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications. Click the links to access the following statements: EEO Policy Statement , Pay Transparency , EEOC Know Your Rights ( English / Spanish )