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Job Details



Job Location


Newington - Shattuck Way - Newington, NH


Position Type


Full Time


Education Level


PHD



Description



Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world's most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you're new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.


Position Overview

The Optical Communication System Engineer/Researcher is responsible for conducting experimental work on validation of new concepts in high-capacity undersea fiber-optic communication systems. The role will support research and advanced technology projects across the organization that require knowledge of various aspects related to fiber optic communication systems, optical amplifiers, components, and test equipment.


Responsibilities


• Work on planning and conducting experiments in fiber optic data transmission and sensing.

• Aggregate and summarize results and present internally to other teams as an input for new directions towards innovative products.

• Support parallel modeling research team though testing various novel ideas for future submarine systems.

• Assist developers and other engineers across the company using knowledge of fiber optic optical system test methods.

• Contribute to the foundation for the innovative solutions for submarine communication business.

• Active collaboration with other team members

• Develop innovative ideas to improve existing communication systems

• Consistently ensures that business is always conducted with integrity and that behavior aligns with SubCom policies, procedures, and core values



Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering; Ph.D. preferred.
• Graduate work must include relevant experience in fiber optics, optical components, and testing.
• Minimum 5 years' experience conducting experimental research and working with optical test equipment.
• Ability to use analytical skills and understand physical principles of optical communication systems.
• Extensive experience with programming and ability to program test equipment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with coworkers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Articulates thoughts and ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively
• Knowledge of digital signal processing, communication formats, and ability to simulate them (preferred)
• General knowledge of telecommunication technology
• Apply creative solutions when approaching the problems and challenges • Maintain knowledge of current and ongoing trends in telecommunication indust

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.


BENEFITS

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.


AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.


SUBCOM'S CORE VALUES

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