Peraton

Radio Astronomy Radar Group (RARG) Engineer

Peraton  •  $66k - $106k/yr  •  Fort Irwin, CA (Onsite)  •  12 hours ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities

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.

What You'll Do:

  • 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

Qualifications

What You'll Need

  • 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 Have

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

The Physical Side (This is hands-on, in-the-field work)

You should be comfortable:

  • Climbing antennas up to 300 ft
  • Working outdoors in extreme heat, cold, or rough weather
  • Working in confined spaces
  • Standing or sitting at a console for extended periods
  • Working extended shifts and providing on-call support when needed

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$66,000 - $106,000. 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.

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Peraton

About Peraton

At Peraton, we're at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We're the partner of choice to help solve some of the world's most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

How do we do it? By thinking differently. We're not mired in the past. We look at all problems with fresh eyes. We look past the obvious to bring the best talent, tech, and ideas together to completely transform how things get done. So bring your unique ideas, your entrepreneurial spirit, and your drive to succeed and get ready to be part of something bigger. Get ready to do the can't be done.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
2017
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