Data Center Engineer IV at Astra

Hillsboro, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Data CentersIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-year college or university and 8+ years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise
  • Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
  • Understanding of Data center practices (i.e. cable routing, calculating power usage and cooling)
  • Familiarity with creating As-Built drawings for Datacenter POPs and creating the 3rd module on DC-CAD
  • Knowledge of how to build/create SOW’s for new POP builds
  • Understanding of field-based work in POPs, carrier hotels, or Central Office environments
  • Understanding of fiber-optic technology including cable types, connector types, optic types, patch panels, and optical transport technologies
  • Excellent communication skills, should be able to work with carriers/vendors
  • Understanding of importance of dealing with service providers and colocation facilities
  • Ability to work within a global team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with limited supervision
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organization skills
  • Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
  • Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
  • Must be able to use a computer
  • Must have the ability to communicate effectively
  • Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Responsibilities

  • Lead deploying, configure, and support large-scale production and corporate network and server infrastructure in data centers and Point of Presence (POP) sites
  • Calculate and document equipment power requirements and work with Engineering, Facilities Operations, and/or collocation vendors to meet these requirements
  • Manage project timelines to support network turn-up within expected completion intervals
  • Responsible for asset management of networking gear in datacenter and POP sites
  • Own documentation, automation and processes as they evolve
  • Create network and server rack face elevations, floor plans, wiring diagrams, and detailed port maps for new deployments and documentation
  • Create statements of work for vendors at the POP sites
  • Create cage and rack designs and understand the overall needs of POP infrastructure
  • Document and follow RMA processes and procedures for all relevant vendors
  • Improve and implement data center and POP best practices
  • Work closely with Network Engineering, Logistics, and equipment vendors as new equipment and technologies are integrated into the production network
  • Mentor and lead other team members in best practices
  • Heavily involved in the design of the datacenter collocations, infrastructure hardware, and provide technical consultations
  • Build/create all drawings for datacenter POP’s
  • Develop/write Scopes of Work (SOW) for new POP builds
  • Create detailed installation MOP’s (Method of Procedure) for multiple types of optical transport and switching equipment, overheads (fiber raceway, ladder, basket) and power AC/DC
  • Communicate with all departments and provide tech support for Network Engineers
  • Other duties as required

Skills

Data Center Design
POP Infrastructure
Optical Transport
Switching Equipment
Fiber Raceway
Power AC/DC
Rack Elevations
Floor Plans
Wiring Diagrams
Asset Management
Automation
SOW Creation
MOP Development
RMA Processes

Astra

Provides launch services for small satellites

About Astra

Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$291.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
AerospaceIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Competitive Medical (HMO & PPO)/Dental/Vision plans
Company paid Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability plans
401K with company match
Flexible Spending Account
Commuter benefits
Caregiving support benefits
Company perks, like PetPlan, curated gym/travel/products discounts
Free lunch
Company events

Risks

Going private may limit Astra's access to public capital markets.
Astra faces financial instability due to liquidity crunch and high cost of capital.
Intensifying competition in the small satellite launch market could impact Astra's market share.

Differentiation

Astra offers cost-effective launch services for small satellite payloads.
The company focuses on agile rockets for frequent access to space.
Astra provides online reservations for payload deliveries to various orbits.

Upsides

Growing demand for small satellite constellations aligns with Astra's business model.
U.S. government investment in space technology presents contract opportunities for Astra.
Astra's reusable rocket technology could lead to significant cost reductions.

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