Technical Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Support and lead ABC Motus partners in the assembly, installation, upgrades, maintenance, and technical troubleshooting of stations.

• Assemble, configure, and test Motus station components in accordance with ABC standards.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of standardized procedures for station construction, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting.

• Design and execute repeatable tests for Motus-compatible technologies and configurations, including tags, antennas, receivers, power systems, communication equipment, and emerging hardware.

• Travel as required to assist with station installations, field testing, troubleshooting, workshops, and other Motus-related activities.

• Aid in the testing and development of Motus software and firmware, including SensorGnome, SensorStation, and associated tools.

• Identify and document technical issues, communicating findings to developers, vendors, and program staff.

• Utilize Linux, command-line tools, networking, and various technical systems to configure equipment, diagnose issues, and support both field and laboratory testing.

• Create and document technical solutions, test results, recommended configurations, and troubleshooting guidance.

• Assist in the development and assessment of prototype components, mounting systems, enclosures, and other technical applications.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and proven technical experience.

• Strong mechanical skills with a proven ability to assemble, modify, troubleshoot, and repair technical equipment.

• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and capability to quickly learn unfamiliar hardware and software systems.

• Comfortable utilizing computers, Linux systems, command-line tools, and fundamental networking.

• Strong analytical skills with a systematic approach to troubleshooting technical issues.

• Ability to design, conduct, document, and interpret repeatable technical tests.

• Capacity to work independently, efficiently, accurately, and meet deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly document technical procedures, issues, and outcomes.

• Willingness to travel frequently and work in diverse field conditions.

• Comfortable working at heights and using ladders and other equipment associated with Motus station installations.

• Must have a stable and high-speed internet service provider prior to starting work.

• Authorized to work in the US or possess Permanent Resident status.

• Background screening is mandatory.

• Occasional air and car travel may be necessary; air travel is expected for distances exceeding 350 miles.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• 35-hour work week.

• Generous leave policies.

• Flexible, remote-friendly work arrangements.

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Employer-matched retirement savings.

• Flexible scheduling.

• Paid vacation days, starting at 15 days annually, increasing to 20 days after one year of employment.

• Paid holidays, including US holidays and additional ABC holidays.

• Sick leave.

• Coverage for lodging, meals, and transportation for applicable work-related travel away from home.

• Rental vehicle or personal mileage reimbursement where applicable.