Network Operation Engineer

TEKsystems Is Hiring Multiple Permanent Positions For RF NOC Engineers In Alaska.
This Position Requires Significant Travel To Alaska On A 2 Week On/Off Schedule.
Candidates Must Be Eligible To Work In The US For Any Employer.
This Position Supports A 3 Year Project But Is A Permanent/Direct Placement Role With The Client Company.
Candidates Must Be Able To Comply With Random Drug Testing.
Network Operations Engineer
Overview
Seeking an experienced Network Operations Engineer to support 24/7 monitoring, provisioning, and operational stability of the telecommunications and SCADA-dependent systems that enable safe, reliable operations of a carrier class network.
This role requires strong experience in telecommunications transport systems, microwave networks, RF systems, fiber infrastructure, and IP networking. Experience with Turin transport platforms, TransNAV network management, NEC long-haul microwave, and Kratos/SATCOM monitoring systems is highly desirable.
The Network Operations Engineer functions as a critical part of the Operations Control Center (OCC) / Network Operations Center (NOC) environment, ensuring continuous situational awareness and rapid response for network communications, safety systems, and operational technology networks.
Key Responsibilities
Network Monitoring & Operations

• Monitor enterprise communications networks including microwave backbone, fiber optic transport, multiplexing systems, and RF assets via NMS platforms such as TransNAV, Turin EMS, Kratos CMS, and internal monitoring tools.
• Detect, triage, and escalate alarms affecting TAPS operations, SCADA, Control Center systems, VSAT/LEO/SATCOM, voice systems, or remote site connectivity.
• Maintain real-time situational awareness of network health, environmental impacts, and communications impairments across the network.

Provisioning & Configuration Management

• Perform network provisioning on Turin transport gear, multiplexers, DWDM/SONET circuits, and IP/MPLS devices supporting operational traffic.
• Configure microwave paths, capacity changes, protection switching, and performance monitoring parameters.
• Execute planned maintenance windows, circuit cutovers, and activation of new network services per engineering standards.
• Maintain accurate provisioning documentation, configuration records, and change-control logs.

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

• Diagnose faults on microwave radio systems, circuits, VHF/RF systems, and multiplexing equipment using spectrum analyzers, power meters, and other diagnostic tools.
• Work with field technicians, engineers, and OCC to coordinate remote troubleshooting, dispatch activities, or emergency repair operations.
• Identify chronic or recurring issues and work with engineering teams on root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions.

Systems Support & Specialized Platforms

• Operate and interpret network performance via Turin EMS, TransNAV, and Kratos platforms for SATCOM and RF signal integrity.
• Support legacy and modern multiplexing systems used for voice, data, control circuits, and failover paths throughout the network.
• Support cybersecurity event triage by monitoring network anomalies, unauthorized changes, or system degradations.

Preventative Maintenance & Operational Readiness

• Participate in scheduled preventative maintenance activities, verifying health/performance of backbone circuits, node equipment, and communication assets.
• Review and update system diagrams, SOPs, runbooks, and troubleshooting guides.
• Provide shift-handover reporting, daily status summaries, and incident documentation.

Collaboration & Field Coordination

• Serve as the central coordination point for field teams at remote sites.
• Communicate clearly during network events, outages, and safety-critical operations.
• Support engineering and operations teams in planning upgrades, migrations, and system modernization initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of experience in telecommunications, network operations, RF or microwave engineering, or similar infrastructure roles.
• Hands-on experience with at least one of the following (preferably multiple):
  • Turin transport systems (TCC, OMS, EMS)
  • TransNAV or similar NMS for pipeline/utility networks
  • NEC Microwave LHC networks
  • Kratos SATCOM/earth station monitoring
• Strong understanding of IP networking, routing/switching, VLANs, QoS, and LAN/WAN troubleshooting.
• Experience with fiber optic testing (OTDR, power meter), RF measurements, and multiplexing systems.
• Ability to interpret complex network diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently in time-sensitive, high-reliability environments.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work rotating shifts (24/7 NOC operations), extended hours, nights, weekends, and on-call requirements.
• Valid Driver's License; ability to travel to remote pipeline locations when required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening and comply with drug and safety requirements.
• FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL) or ability to obtain within 12 months is a plus.
• Ability to comply with random drug testing program.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card within 3 months of employment.
• Must be a United States resident.

Work Locations

• Anchorage, Alaska OCC/NOC. Relocation not required, rotation based.
• May periodically support remote communications sites.

Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Anchorage, AK.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.
Working on getting a list of benefits from the client.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Anchorage,AK.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.