Network Engineer

Network Planning EngineerPay Range: $32.00 - $35.00/hr. on w2Location: Melbourne FL 32919Duration: 12 months contact (Possible extension or Conversion)DescriptionSeeking a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Network Engineer to support innovative network solutions. The selected candidate will be working on multiple programs and initiatives for as the primary contractor. The selected candidate will collaborate with internal and external teams. Work independently on projects from start to finish, including planning and design of the customer premise equipment to support the telecommunications solution for the Remote Telecommunication Infrastructure Replacement (RTIR) project required to implement equipment and services deliverables for the FTI Network.Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) Network Engineer ResponsibilitiesPlanning and design of the customer premise equipment to support the telecommunications solution for the Remote Telecommunication Infrastructure Replacement (RTIR) projectProject managing the CPE design release and implementation schedule for over one thousand sitesInterface and coordinate with appropriate implementation engineering groups to ensure designs and implementations meet the project requirements and delivery datesMaintain operational excellence of network systems and components during project executionMonitor equipment and material inventory availability and provide accurate forecasting to procurement for purchase planningIdentify areas of opportunity for automation, process improvement and network optimizationFederal Aviation Administration (FAA) experience a plusQualificationsBachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or equivalent of a 4-year accredited degree in a technical discipline.Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior WAN Telecommunications networks experience or 2 years post-Secondary/ associate's degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior WAN Telecommunications networks experienceHighly motivated and capable of developing and following detailed instructions and action plansAbility to work in team environment and is self-directed and self-motivatedProject management skills capable of adhering to deadlines and completing tasks per project scheduleStrong skill set with Microsoft Office software applicationsKnowledge and understanding of engineering drawings and technical proceduresDomain knowledge of the Telecommunications industry, including carrier services, provisioning terminology, CISCO routers and network infrastructure and IP technologies such as Pseudo Wire and Ethernet switchingAbility to obtain a security clearancePreferred Additional SkillsExperience with leading network vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Fujitsu, Ciena, RADExperience with database modeling software such as MetaSolvFamiliarity in the following tools and software: AutoCAD, DICE, PDM, ClearQuestCCNA Certification or equivalent Cisco equipment work experience