Hardware Maintenance Engineer - Manpower Group : Job Details

Job DescriptionHardware Maintenance EngineerLocation: Aurora, CO Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCISchedule: 24/7 rotating supportAbout the Role: We are seeking a Hardware Maintenance Engineer to provide real-time operational support for mission-critical communication and computing systems. In this role, you'll ensure high availability, redundancy, and rapid recovery of Ground Communication Network infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Perform 24/7 real-time support for mission and support systems at operational sites.Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance, including emergency repairs, on communication and computing equipment.Ensure redundant and reliable data and communication paths to sustain system operations.Operate and manage a Support Center, offering oversight of inter-site networks and telecommunications systems.Support operational crews with hardware configuration, offering guidance and recommendations for optimized system performance.RequirementsDesired Skills & Experience:Strong understanding of hardware, networking, communication systems, and antenna infrastructure.Ability to identify and troubleshoot system alarms, anomalies, and faults, recommending and implementing fixes.Familiarity with network/system monitoring tools (e.g., Network Node Manager, HP OpenView).Experience using diagnostic equipment (e.g., Fluke meters, BERTs, cable analyzers, sniffers) and standard tools.Hands-on experience with Cisco/Juniper routers, switches, and firewalls.Proven ability to follow SOPs, checklists, and maintenance protocols.Skilled at coordinating real-time troubleshooting across internal teams and external partners.COMSEC experience preferred.This is a critical support role in a fast-paced, high-security environment. If you're driven by mission impact and thrive on hardware reliability and infrastructure integrity-we want to hear from you.