Junior Telemetry Technician – Fixed TM

ARES CorporationHouston, TX
Onsite

About The Position

ARES is seeking a Junior Telemetry Technician to support Fixed Telemetry (TM) operations and maintenance activities supporting launch and mission operations at Wallops Flight Facility.

Requirements

  • Associate degree or two years of technical education in Electronics or related technical field, or equivalent military technical training.
  • Experience with telemetry ground station equipment or RF/SAT communications systems.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with mobile systems preferred.
  • Ability to troubleshoot telemetry and electronic systems.
  • Ability to interpret technical schematics and drawings.
  • Familiarity with electronic test equipment and instrumentation.
  • Ability to travel approximately 25% of the year, typically supporting two or more mission trips annually.
  • Ability to lift 40 pounds or more and work around antenna systems.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain telemetry ground station equipment and RF/SAT communications systems.
  • Support operation and maintenance of telemetry systems including antennas, receivers, demodulators, bit synchronizers, recording devices, and ancillary interfaces.
  • Perform troubleshooting and fault isolation activities on telemetry systems and associated equipment.
  • Interpret technical schematics and system drawings.
  • Utilize electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, power meters, and signal generators.
  • Maintain operational logs and preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Support mission operations under supervision of senior technical personnel.
  • Ensure compliance with company and NASA procedures and policies.
  • Support physical installation and maintenance activities around antenna systems and telemetry equipment.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • HSA/FSA Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • ESOP
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
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