Systems Engineer - Space Programs

Responsibilities

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Technical Operations and Analysis Department at the White Sand Complex in Las Cruces, NM. The successful candidate will be responsible for working on new and existing Space Relay projects for the Operations, Maintenance, Sustainment and Systems engineering of satellite communication systems for NASA.   

Peraton is the prime contractor for NASA at the White Sands Complex (WSC) near Las Cruces, New Mexico. Operating here are two functionally identical satellite ground terminals: The White Sands Ground Terminal, and the Second TDRSS Ground Terminal. These ground terminals ensure uninterrupted communications between various ground stations, NASA’s orbiting fleet of Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), customer spacecraft (satellites), and the computer systems that support such spacecraft. WSC serves as an interface for distributing satellite data to control centers and scientists who then use the daily influx of data to expand our ever-growing knowledge of the Earth and the universe.

This position will be responsible for the following:

• Provide support to NASA’s Space Relay (SR) operations including test and integration of electronic and electromechanical systems
• Provide the technical interface between WSC and customers that utilize the Space Relay
• Perform technical planning, system integration, configuration coding review, verification, and validation of requirements for new installations.
• Provides sustaining engineering support for ground systems hardware, software, and firmware, and resolve issues with customer supports.
• Provides technical direction for the development of technically complex network operations, test and integration products and services and coordinates all activities for operational scenario testing, SR compatibility testing, and support customer test activities.
• Provide Vector Controller and Engineering support to Human Space Flight, Expendable Launch Vehicle, and Robotic missions for Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) activities.
• Provide inputs to the Mission Operational Readiness Review (MORR), Network Requirements Document (NRD), Lessons Learned Review (LLR), and other reports as required by the customer in support of mission objectives.
• Position is subject to support events that occur during night shift and weekends.
• Position may require travel to customer technical interchange meetings and network support meetings.  

Qualifications

Required Experience: 

• Education/Experience - technical experience in electronic systems integration, RF communications, or satellite operations environment as follows: BS/BA degree and 4 years’ experience, AS/AA degree and 6 years technical experience in electronic systems integration or HS/GED and 9 years of technical experience in electronic systems integration or related fields.
• Experience with one or more of the following: RF and Signal propagation, modems, networking, networking analysis tools (e.g. WireShark), programmable telemetry processors, modulation and coding schema and/or digital signal processing.
• Performed signal measurements with spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, or other RF test equipment.
• 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.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.

Desired Experience:  

• An active Secret clearance.
• Prior experience working on the TDRS program.
• Understanding of the Human Space Flight customer.
• In depth knowledge of RF and signal propagation, modulation and coding schema, and/or digital signal processing.
• Experience with the use of operating system tools on both Linux and Windows machines.
• Strong communication skills for interfacing with internal and external customers.
• A self-starter with good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or with a team.

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.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.