Electronic Engineer

Join AZAD as an Electronics Engineer in the Operations Technology, Control Center Communications Operations organization in the Information Services business line. This position works within a team and provides engineering expertise for the integration and operation and maintenance of mission critical Control Center Systems, as well as the monitoring and management systems required for ongoing support.

This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is hybrid in Spokane, WA with onsite 4 days weekly.

The hourly pay rate range for this position is $63.00 - $68.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.

The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (from an ABET accredited school) is required.

10 years of experience and knowledge of computer network and systems concepts, principals, and practices applicable to components and facilities found on a regional transmission system is required.

5 years of experience in the following:

Project teams developing computer and / or network systems.

Telecom/Network systems engineering principles and concepts with minimal guidance.

Experience reviewing and evaluating design packages (including drawings, material certifications, and submittals) for conformance to the design specifications.

Valid U.S. Driver's License is required.

Preferred:

5 years of Carrier Ethernet/MPLS and/or network systems programming/troubleshooting experience.

Network Telecommunications experience in LAN/WAN network environments to include testing new and existing telecommunications management systems such as Solarwinds, -Telenium, Nokia NSP, and Linux based operating system to support the integration of Control Center projects.

The systems encountered in this position are digital systems that monitor and control devices from the central stations. Familiarity and experience with these systems:

Knowledge about leading project teams developing computer and / or network systems, evaluating design packages for conformance to the design specifications, about engineering design, project management principles and concepts to include following formal configuration, change management processes, telecom, and routed networks.

Knowledge of technical project coordination to include security controls testing with routers and other Layer 3 to Layer 7 security devices, technical evaluation of control systems and telecom technologies.

Knowledge of project schedule and structure development concepts as they relate to large high availability WANs, telecom, transport, control, and -48VDC power systems, knowledge of best practice test plan development for project certification.

Experience in maintaining Central Authentication Authorization & Account (AAA) systems, like Cisco ISE, (including daily checks for health of servers, trouble shoot servers, synchronization between servers, adding/removing devices, and database integrity), backend authentication one time password RSA (Remote Server Access) Key server.

AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.

Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.

AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.

Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.

If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.

EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.

U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.

AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.

AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.

AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.

AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.

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