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Description Position at Long Island Rail Road Job Title: Assistant Engineer - Planning & Operations Level I, II, III Department: Engineering MTA Agency: Long Island Rail Road Primary Location(s): Bethpage Salary Range: $129,471 - $ 161,838 Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Safety Sensitive Union Affiliation: N/A Closing Date (if applicable): Open Until Filled Shift (if applicable): Day Telework Eligible: No Driver's License Required: Yes Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island. Please note that this position has been designated as a “Policy Maker” pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics.  As such, you will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement that will be provided to you by the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics. JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for assisting with the planning of the construction, maintenance, and design of all fixed assets of the railroad to ensure safe reliable operations in compliance with industry standards and regulatory compliance. The incumbent must monitor, perform data acquisition and analysis, and report on daily operational and weather issues that impact the operation.  They must assist in controlling the integration and facilitation of department activities with respect to daily operational issues.  This position will also assist with weather and extreme event planning, event support, and follow-up for lessons learned and continuous improvement. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in coordinating departmental capital and maintenance construction activities, construction project coordination, and department controls. Monitor, analyze and report on daily operational issues and associated impacts including weather and special events. Assist in communicating and coordinating all Engineering department activities with third parties including regulators, vendors, consultants, and auditors. Assist in developing, recording, and monitoring the Engineering department's 20-year needs assessment and strategy for capital program development. Prepare Engineering department analysis for Engineering groups. Support Engineering Department budget and headcount planning, development, and justifications. Contribute to a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential. Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures. Lead by example. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Level I Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or related field.  An additional four years demonstrated, directly related, equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of the degree. Must possess one year of comprehensive and recent related engineering, auditing, and investigation knowledge/experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Signal, Communications, Power, Track, Structures. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Level I Must possess proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Windows Operating System. Must possess strong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of management and to communicate ideas and motivate employees Must possess strong organizational, planning, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills demonstrating sound judgment. Must possess a professional demeanor and high degree of integrity. Must possess the ability to assist in managing and investigating under demanding situations, including harsh environmental conditions. Must possess the ability to effectively perform job tasks during temporary non-regular shifts. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Level II Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or related field.  An additional four years demonstrated, directly related, equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of the degree. Minimum 2 years of comprehensive and recent related engineering, auditing, and investigation knowledge/experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Signal, Communications, Power, Track, Structures. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Level II Must possess proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Windows Operating System. Must possess strong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of management and to communicate ideas and motivate employees Must possess a professional demeanor and high degree of integrity. Must possess strong organizational, planning, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills demonstrating sound judgment. Must possess knowledge of investigative techniques used in incident/emergency management. Must be able to assist in writing/revising procedures as needed. Recent, demonstrated ability to manage/supervise office and/or field personnel. Must possess the ability to conduct interviews and analyze information and data to determine evidentiary value. Must possess prior experience in the preparation of technical reports, such as the development and packaging of the Technical Requirements of Contract Documents. Must possess strong background in Civil/Electrical Engineering with in-depth knowledge of engineering principles and practices. Must possess prior experience drafting responses and/or correspondence to inquiries, claims, complaints, etc. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Level III Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Computer Science, or related field.  An additional four years demonstrated, directly related, equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of the degree. Minimum 4 years of comprehensive and recent related engineering, auditing, and investigation knowledge/experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Signal, Communications, Power, Track, Structures. Minimum 2 years of recent related experience managing/supervising staff in a related capacity. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Level III Must possess ALL required qualifications listed for Level I and Level II. Must possess advanced knowledge and understanding of FRA regulations/train control, AAR standards, and DOT MUTCD. Must possess a strong knowledge of LIRR Corporate & FRA Group policies and procedures. Must possess a strong knowledge of planning, scheduling, coordinating, and analyzing FRA/LIRR tests. Experience writing details, articulate reports and giving presentations to senior management. Must possess strong problem solving, strong analytical decision-making and computer skills. Working knowledge of interaction between Engineering and other LIRR departments. OTHER INFORMATION: Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MTA drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position. Safety Sensitive LIRR: In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include but is not limited to, a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written, and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make-up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance.  Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required. #TapYourCareers #MTACareers EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / ADA DISCLAIMER: MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.

OHB Sweden is a leading provider of satellites and satellite sub-systems for Low-Earth-Orbit, geosta-tionary and interplanetary missions. We develop, build, test and operate space systems for missions within communications, earth observation, space research and exploration. Our activity focus is small satellites as well as on propulsion subsystems and innovative Attitude & Orbit Control Systems (AOCS). We are now looking for a new team member for our Business Development and Sales team, ready to enable our customers’ space ambitions. We are looking for an experienced commercially driven Satel-lite Business Engineer with a strong technical foundation, a creative and solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to understand complex space systems and translate satellite capabilities into clear cus-tomer value and viable technical and commercial solutions. It is a great advantage if you have experi-ence from the space or defence business. As Satellite Business Engineer you will work in our growing and highly dynamic Business Develop-ment & Sales team and play a key role in our business growth. You will interact heavily with our exist-ing and new customer base, where you will need to understand technical mission needs, system-level requirements, and operational constraints, and translate OHB Sweden’s satellite systems and capabil-ities into customer-specific solutions that match operational and business needs. As a Satellite Busi-ness Engineer you will represent the full range of OHB Sweden’s offering to commercial, institutional and defence markets, and lead technical-commercial discussions from early customer dialogue through proposal and contract phases. The tasks of the Satellite Business Engineer include: Marketing and sales activities, including exhibitions and customer meetings • Preparation of sales and marketing plans, including marketing material • Identify new business opportunities and build strong client relationships. • Technical and commercial assessment of customer needs, including translating satellite systems and capabilities into customer-relevant solutions • Negotiate contracts and manage the full sales cycle. • Proposal preparation, including both technical and commercial parts • Cost estimations and pricing strategies We expect you to be able to work independently and in close collaboration with engineering and do-main experts to shape technically sound and commercially competitive customer solutions, and to translate satellite systems and subsystem capabilities into compelling offerings for different customer missions and use cases. Required Qualifications: • University degree in engineering or other relevant technical discipline; a business qualification is an advantage • At least 5 years of experience in space systems or related high-technology fields such as aer-ospace, defence, telecommunications, or advanced technology sectors, with exposure to tech-nically complex products or services. • Strong ability to understand and communicate technical concepts clearly, and to engage credi-bly with both engineering teams and non-technical decision-makers. • Good understanding of satellite systems, mission applications, or subsystem-level technolo-gies, with the ability to contribute to technical assessments, proposal development, and the translation of technical capabilities into customer-oriented solutions. • Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced and changing environment • Fluent in English, both spoken and written Located in, or willingness to relocate to the Stockholm area in Sweden Added advantageous qualifications: • Experience in business development or technical sales, including proposal writing, require-ment analysis, and contract negotiations • Experience working with institutional programs such as ESA, EU, or defence-related custom-ers in technically demanding environments • Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce • Experience with satellite missions, payloads, propulsion, AOCS, or other space system do-mains is highly valued • Swedish proficiency both in spoken and written Being a company with around 180 international employees and growing, much of the expertise lies on the employee to handle tasks autonomously, efficiently and work closely with colleagues, suppliers and customers. As you will have a lot of external contacts an outgoing personality is essential. Travel will be required for both customer meetings, conferences and events. If you are highly motivated to participate in the development of future space systems, feel confident that you meet the above requirements and want to find yourself in a dynamic and inspiring work envi-ronment, then we look forward to hearing from you!