Ground Site Specialist
Join Northwood Space as a Ground Site Specialist to deploy and maintain ground stations for satellite communications worldwide.
Posted by employer 1 month ago
First seen on Joblaze 21 hours ago
Last verified on the company career page 21 hours ago
What you'll build
- Deploy new sites independently
- Install and integrate site hardware
- Commission new installations
- Maintain deployed sites
- Document work performed
Must have
- At least five years of hands-on experience installing, integrating, testing, or servicing complex electromechanical systems
- A track record of completing technical work with little or no on-site supervision
- Experience directing contractors or technicians
- Comfort with hand and power tools
- Ability to work from mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50–75% of the time
Nice to have
- Aerospace or satellite ground systems experience
- Experience with rack-mounted hardware and network equipment
- Knowledge of low-voltage AC/DC power systems
- Familiarity with antennas and RF-adjacent equipment
- Experience with work-order systems or maintenance logs
- Operating lifts or forklifts
Practical constraints
- Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Joblaze summary
The Ground Site Specialist at Northwood Space is responsible for the independent deployment and maintenance of ground station hardware globally. This role requires expertise in installing and testing complex electromechanical systems, with a focus on antennas and network equipment. Ideal candidates have significant hands-on experience and the ability to lead contractor teams, making it suitable for seasoned professionals in the aerospace or satellite sectors. The position involves substantial travel and offers the chance to work on impactful space communication projects.
Joblaze insights
- Listed today — first seen on Joblaze November 8, 2026. Last confirmed on Northwood Space's careers page November 8, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at Northwood Space: Torrance, CA.
Quick facts
- Is the Ground Site Specialist role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Torrance, CA, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Northwood Space lists $34–$51 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Ground Site Specialist role.
- Where is the role based?
- Northwood Space is hiring for this position in Torrance, CA, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Northwood Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Ground Site Specialist role at Northwood Space.
From the original posting
Role
Northwood Space is looking for an experienced, hands-on specialist to deploy and maintain our ground sites around the world. You'll independently install, test, and repair ground station hardware, and represent Northwood professionally as our on-site subject matter expert while working away from the factory.
Responsibilities
Deploy new sites independently, leading local contractor crews through mechanical, electrical, and network equipment installation.
Install and integrate site hardware, including antenna assemblies, equipment racks, cabling, motors, and power distribution equipment.
Commission new installations: inspect the build, power up systems, run functional tests, verify operation, and find and fix issues before handoff.
Maintain deployed sites and resolve field issues on your own, using test equipment, schematics, and technical documentation to isolate faults down to the component level.
Make sound decisions in the field and escalate safety, design, or scope concerns when needed.
Document work performed, test results, open issues, and field findings, and turn them into procedures that help engineering, production, and future field crews.
Own the deployment area and field kits, so every deployment and maintenance trip has the right tools, spares, and equipment.
Help build work-order and issue tracking for field operations.
Support integration, testing, and improvements at the Torrance facility between deployments.
Required Qualifications
At least five years of hands-on experience installing, integrating, testing, or servicing complex electromechanical systems.
A track record of completing technical work and resolving problems with little or no on-site supervision.
Experience directing contractors or technicians who are less familiar with the equipment.
Comfort with hand and power tools, crimping and termination, and electrical test equipment.
Ability to work from mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and procedures.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 50–75% of the time, including to remote sites and internationally.
Strong safety, communication, and organization practices.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications
Aerospace or satellite ground systems experience, particularly with deployed hardware.
Rack-mounted hardware and network equipment, including servers, switches, and fiber and copper cabling.
Low-voltage AC/DC power systems, wire harnesses, motors and drives, and control systems.
Antennas, RF-adjacent equipment, or communications systems.
Both new-site commissioning and ongoing maintenance or repair of equipment already in service.
Building or using work-order systems, maintenance logs, or field-operations dashboards.
Operating lifts, forklifts, or other heavy equipment.
Compensation:
Level 1: $34.00 - $40.00/hour
Level 2: $38.00 - $45.00/hour
Level 3: $42.00 - $51.00/hour
Additional Information:
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