The work will include engineering troubleshooting, fault detection, and isolation. This position will also be responsible for the following:
Perform testing (in accordance with test plans) with the SR and DTE to confirm RF compatibility of user spacecraft and the supporting ground network interfaces in accordance with test requirements and procedures.
Review requirements, test plans and procedures.
Setup and checkout equipment in test configurations.
Setup and checkout various equipment interfaces such as local network interfaces, data and clock inputs and outputs, frequency standard references, RF signal levels and fiber optics.
Support test team with knowledge of test procedures.
Gather and summarize test results.
Perform testing as described in Compatibility Test Plans. These tests may include travel to off-site locations such as spacecraft manufacturing sites, ground tracking stations, and/or Mission Operations Control Centers to emulate communication links between user spacecraft and the DTE and/or the SR.
Perform radio frequency (RF) testing so that the measurement points are accessible through either RF or baseband interfaces and validate real-time authentication of telemetry, command and ranging systems.
Perform signal investigation such as unique engineering tests for new modulation/demodulation techniques, new hardware, configurations; proof of concept testing for new antenna systems.
Provide support in the acquisition, maintenance, and protection of resources in order to ensure that space communications systems can operate to their fullest capacity.
Contribute to the ongoing modernization of the test environment by assisting with development or integration of networking and of increasingly automated procedures.
Develop code to integrate COTS software into test automation suite
Data collection
Reporting
Develop test procedures in accordance with test automation efforts
Refine reporting templates to align with data collection
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Education/Experience: Degree in Engineering/Science/Math or related technical discipline with related technical experience as follows: Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience; Master's degree with 3+ years; Associate's degree with 7 years; without a degree, 9+ years of related experience is required.
Knowledge of RF systems: frequency bands, purpose of RF devices, measures, signal distortion
RF engineering skills which include the ability to independently configure and operate RF test equipment: Spec An, Sig Gen, Oscilloscope
Experience with configuring and operating baseband devices: modems, routers, switches
Experience writing test plans, test set-up, interpreting results and explaining to others
Knowledge of coding and modulation techniques
Experience with MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Visio and MS Word
Security clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and to maintain the clearance thereafter. You must be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.
Desired Qualifications
Experience and knowledge of NASA’s SN and NEN Networks and associated communication systems.
Experienced with Ethernet communications
Knowledge of scripting (Python or similar)
Experience with COSMOS software
Able to work both independently and collaboratively in groups
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
Target Salary Range $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Statements The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.
- EEO
- EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
