Engineering Technician / Space Communications

Peraton•Las Cruces, NM

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is currently seeking an Engineering Technician to support the Hardware Maintenance Depot department at the NASA White Sands Complex (WSC) near Las Cruces, NM. Peraton is the prime contractor for NASA at WSC, operating two functionally identical satellite ground terminals: The White Sands Ground Terminal and the Second TDRSS Ground Terminal. These terminals ensure uninterrupted communications between various ground stations, NASA’s orbiting fleet of Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), customer spacecraft (satellites), and their supporting computer systems. WSC acts as an interface for distributing satellite data to control centers and scientists, who use this data to expand knowledge of Earth and the universe. Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence globally and across the galaxy. As a leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, Peraton delivers trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect the nation and its allies. The company operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces, solving daunting challenges for its customers daily.

Requirements

An Associate of Science degree in electrical, computer or networks engineering technology and 3 years of related experience.
In lieu of degree, 5+ years of related experience is allowable.
Prior experience with one or more of the following: satellite earth station and communications systems, satellite link access technology, antenna systems, radio communications and digital signal processing systems, telemetry monitor and control systems; or knowledge of IT network architecture, network protocol standards (TCP, UDP, IP) and computer architecture and operating systems.
Rotating shift work is required.
The working environment includes exposure to cold, noise and shift work.
Must be able to perform tasks under certain time and resource constraints, in difficult surroundings, or conditions.
Physical requirements include lifting, climbing, extended sitting or standing, or other physical efforts.
This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
In order to obtain a clearance you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.
Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. As a federal enclave, membership of the union is required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with NASA.

Responsibilities

Serve as first line of defense in the prevention of customer service data loss and anomaly resolution for multiple critical space missions.
Performs routine, non-routine and complex assignments under supervision involving Ground Communications Equipment (GCE) systems related to daily-shift operations and maintenance activities in support of spacecraft operations.
Receive initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed; performs recurring work independently or in teams; work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions.
Conduct operational system adjustments, preventive and corrective maintenance actions, and evaluates equipment performance, meticulously documenting all aforementioned actions.
Identify and troubleshoot system problems, conducts tests using all types of instruments, analyzes results to restore systems, improve performance, and documents and reports results.
Comply with operational, maintenance and organizational procedures and policies.
Adhere to and recommend changes for applicable technical and process documentation.
Proactively seek training to achieve all required technical certifications.
Report to and advises immediate supervisor on all related operational, technical and personnel matters.