SAC Network Engineer

HIRING: Service Activation Engineer / SAC Network Engineer Location: Melbourne, FL Work Arrangement: Fully On-SiteWe are looking for a motivated Service Activation Engineer (SAC Network Engineer) to support a critical FAA/FTI telecommunications and networking program.The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with telecommunications service activation, WAN networks, Ethernet/IP, testing & troubleshooting, network vendors, and maintenance activities. Key ResponsibilitiesExecute and document formal acceptance testing of products and services according to program requirements.Support telecommunications equipment installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and service activation.Test, troubleshoot, and validate communication circuits.Support WAN, Ethernet, and IP network environments.Coordinate and execute Maintenance Request (MR) activities.Collaborate with engineering teams, telecommunications providers, field technicians, and customers.Identify and resolve implementation and acceptance issues.Support service disconnects and network/CPE changes according to established processes.Maintain accurate technical documentation and project records.Complete assigned activities according to project schedules and deadlines. MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree + 4 years of relevant experience, OR Associate’s Degree/2 years post-secondary education + 8 years of related experience Previous Telecommunications / Service Activation experience Experience with testing, troubleshooting, and validation of service activations 2+ years of WAN Telecommunications network experience Hands-on experience with Ethernet and IP Experience coordinating Maintenance Request (MR) activities Experience with network vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Ciena, and RAD Knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, and MPLS Strong technical writing and documentation skills Experience executing and documenting formal acceptance testing Strong project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and project schedules NICE-TO-HAVE Experience with SONET architecture Cisco network design experience Additional RequirementsAbility to obtain a required security clearanceStrong Microsoft Office skillsAbility to understand engineering drawings and technical proceduresStrong communication and customer coordination skillsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyFlexibility to support 2nd or 3rd shift rotations when required