Network & RF Administrator

Configure and troubleshoot enterprise switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless networks, including VLANs, link aggregation, Layer 2/Layer 3 connectivity, and site-to-site VPNs

Install, terminate, test, label, troubleshoot, and maintain copper and fiber network cabling, patch panels, network racks, and related physical infrastructure

Deploy, configure, operate, and troubleshoot RF data communications equipment, radio systems, antennas, and associated RF cabling

Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and tear down temporary field communications sites, including network infrastructure, radios, portable antenna systems, IP cameras, cabling, and related equipment

Integrate IP-based radio systems with Ethernet and fiber networks and troubleshoot connectivity across both network and RF portions of the communications path

Perform pre-deployment testing and validation of network, RF, and field communications equipment to ensure systems are ready for field operations

Troubleshoot complex communications issues across physical cabling, Ethernet networks, switching and routing, radio equipment, RF cabling, antennas, and the RF path

Implement network changes and infrastructure improvements while independently managing smaller networking and communications projects

Monitor network health, performance, and availability using monitoring and alerting solutions to proactively identify and resolve issues

Maintain centralized network configuration management systems and ensure configuration consistency across network devices

Develop and maintain network and RF documentation, diagrams, equipment configurations, deployment procedures, and operational documentation

Perform routine maintenance, firmware upgrades, and lifecycle management of network and communications equipment

Experience using RF test and diagnostic equipment such as spectrum analyzers, antenna/cable analyzers, RF power meters, or vector network analyzers

Experience with software-defined radios or other IP-based radio communications systems

Experience troubleshooting RF performance issues involving interference, signal levels, antenna systems, line-of-sight, or RF path conditions

Experience supporting point-to-point or wireless network links in enterprise or field environments

Experience planning or contributing to network, RF, or communications infrastructure deployments and improvements

Experience evaluating RF link performance using link budgets, antenna gain, system losses, signal levels, and path characteristics

Location: On-site in Houston, TX

Travel: Up to 30% domestic travel in support of field deployments Benefits: Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision. We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.