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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineering and Operations Engineers - **Company:** Verizon Communications Inc. - **Location:** Andover, MA, United States - **Salary:** $70,500.0 - $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Networks, Networking Hardware, Cisco - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/22fa15e4-724c-42a2-8c71-ef88a96d02c3 ## About the Role You'll need to have: * Bachelor's degree or one or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience. * Experience in Satellite Network Communications. * Experience in IP Technologies. * A valid Driver's License. * Willing to work assigned shifts 24x7 365, scheduled and rotational coverage including last minute flexibility coverage as well as on-call rotations as needs of the business are presented Even better if you have one or more of the following: * A degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or experience with RF/Satellite communications. * CCNA/CCNP or other Cisco Certifications. * Experience in /Other Satellite or IP Certifications. * Two or more years of related experience in an associate's degree in Electronics/Telecommunications or two to four years commensurate experience in RF/Satellite communications. * Experience in RF Technologies/Satellite Communications from a military technical school or accredited technical school/university. ## Description Network Engineering and Operations Engineers are responsible for the installation, monitoring, testing and maintenance of earth station telecommunications and associated equipment per specifications and operational procedures, Radio Frequency (RF), Intermediate Frequency (IF), and baseband technologies, along with other responsibilities including: * Performing testing and diagnostic procedures on equipment according to published equipment standards. Use test, measurement and diagnostic equipment to analyze, interpret, troubleshoot, document and restore digital services. * Following all Standard Operating Procedures to ensure effective results on all workflows. * Monitoring of vendor activities, and remote monitoring of other teleports when necessary. * Monitoring the network for anomalies and handle issues from customers according to established procedures for management and technical escalations. Monitoring service level and take appropriate action to maintain. * Supporting the assembly, installation, configuration and/or testing of satellite and network equipment (e.g., amplifiers, modems, routers, switches, multiplexers) and associated wiring and cabling * Coordinating the testing and turn up of service with all involved parties. Working with government, international and domestic customers to maintain highest level of service for their circuits. * Performing site operation with minimal supervision during eight hour shifts. Initiating emergency restoration procedures following commercial power failures. 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