Wireless Manager, Ride & Show Engineering
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Job Location:
Orlando, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
13 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Universal Creative we design develop and deliver the most compelling entertainment experiences imaginable to drive growth for Universal Destinations & Experiences worldwide. Our innovative attractions immersive theme parks and world-class resorts fuse art and technology to create new standards in the themed entertainment industry.
Our Team Members are the driving force behind Universal Creative. With their diverse skills and forward-thinking ideas our team pushes us beyond the boundaries of whats possible to achieve the extraordinary. Together were creating a Universe of fun always ensuring the next thing we do is better than the last thing we did.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Wireless Manager is responsible for the architecture deployment and lifecycle management of industrial and mission-critical wireless systems supporting Universals global Ride & Show operations. This role leads design and integration efforts for Wi-Fi private LTE/5G point-to-point/multipoint RF links and other wireless technologies that enable real-time control monitoring and performance across attractions facilities and connected infrastructure.
The position ensures wireless systems meet the highest standards of availability safety and performance while aligning with enterprise network and security frameworks. The role partners with ride controls show systems OT network engineering and enterprise IT teams to deliver robust and compliant wireless connectivity solutions across complex dynamic environments.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and deploy industrial wireless networks supporting ride and show operations facilities and control systems. Ensure network reliability low latency and security through proper architecture RF planning and spectrum management.
- Lead testing and implementation of new wireless technologies which include private LTE/5G and Wi-Fi infrastructure including backhaul integration redundancy design and QoS policies. Oversee vendors and contractors to ensure standards and specifications are met.
- Perform wireless performance audits and spectrum analysis to identify interference optimize coverage and enhance throughput in operational environments.
- Collaborate with OT cybersecurity and enterprise network teams to integrate wireless systems with secure access control encryption and segmentation. Develop and enforce wireless configuration baselines and access policies.
- Develop project documentation and standards including SOWs RF design packages commissioning reports and as-built drawings. Maintain configuration management and asset tracking of all wireless components.
- Oversee vendor and integrator partnerships ensuring delivery of robust and scalable wireless solutions. Conduct technical reviews factory acceptance tests and site commissioning oversight. Support research and development initiatives exploring next-generation wireless technologies (e.g. Time-Sensitive Networking deterministic Wi-Fi mesh architectures) for attraction and facility use cases.
- Understand and actively participate in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
- Proven experience managing industrial or mission-critical wireless networks (Wi-Fi LTE/5G microwave RF) in OT manufacturing or entertainment environments.
- Deep understanding of RF planning wireless QoS spectrum analysis and interference mitigation.
- Experience integrating wireless systems with industrial control and monitoring networks (ICS/OT).
- Familiarity with network security principles VLAN segmentation and secure remote access.
- Proven oral written and business presentation skills.
- Demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.
- Self-motivated & accountable with a high level of commitment to responsibility.
- Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills; ability to work across multiple groups.
- Schedule flexibility is needed to meet time zone needs.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
EDUCATION:
Bachelors degree or higher in Network/Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science or a related field.
EXPERIENCE:
- 7 years of professional experience in wireless or network engineering with at least 3 years managing industrial or mission-critical wireless deployments.
- Demonstrated success in RF system design commissioning and troubleshooting within challenging environments.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Aruba Siemens SCALANCE Rajant or equivalent wireless solutions.
- Experience with wireless site surveys heatmapping tools (Ekahau iBwave AirMagnet) and network monitoring platforms.
Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Hospitality Experience
- Go
- Management Experience
- React
- Redux
- Node.js
- AWS
- Mechanical Engineering
- Team Management
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Distributed Systems
