Radio Astronomy Radar Group (RARG) Engineer

Peraton•Fort Irwin, CA

2d•$66,000 - $106,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is hiring a Radio Astronomy Radar Group (RARG) Engineer to support the Deep Space Network — the array of giant radio antennas that links Earth to interplanetary spacecraft and delivers the images and data that expand our understanding of the solar system. Your work will keep that connection alive. You'll operate, maintain, and repair the uplink and downlink systems for the DSN's largest antennas: the 70-meter DSS 14 dish, the 34-meter DSS 13 and DSS 26 dishes, and their high-power transmitters (up to 500 kW). You'll also lead the PLC-based Configuration Control group, which manages RF switches and interlocks across the antenna systems, and drive Engineering Changes in close coordination with JPL engineering teams.

Requirements

2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with no degree
Experience working with telemetry receiving systems
Experience working with PLCs and high-power transmitters
Working knowledge of ladder logic, PLC programming tools, and UNIX
Comfort working safely around high-voltage equipment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, self-motivation, and a collaborative mindset
U.S. citizenship, with the ability to pass a trusted background check and NCIC screening
A valid California Real ID driver's license

Nice To Haves

Experience with RSLogix 500, RSNetworx, or RSLinx
Familiarity with System Performance Test (SPT) equipment
LabView experience
Comfort with both Windows and UNIX environments

Responsibilities

Diagnose issues and perform or direct repairs on RF, PLC, and transmitter systems
Lead implementation of Engineering Changes and provide feedback to Operations Engineers
Log corrective actions and analyses in DRMS and MAXIMO
Provide operational support and technical guidance, including training and oversight of hourly personnel
Communicate with internal teams and external customers
Write clear reports on tracking results and job activities