MOBLAS Engineering Technician

5 days ago


Mt Laguna, CA, United States Peraton Full time
Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician to join our team in Mount Laguna, CA to support our Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution (SENSE) contract.

As prime contractor on the SENSE contract, Peraton is responsible for the operation, maintenance, sustainment and systems engineering of NASA’s worldwide satellite communication networks.  Join the SENSE team to support NASA programs that integrate with state-of-the-art RF satellite communications systems and technologies

In this position, you will work with the NASA Space Geodesy Network (NSGN) program by supporting the operations and maintenance of the NASA MOBile LAser System (MOBLAS) ground station, specifically MOBLAS-4. The MOBLAS system is used to measure the round trip time of flight of laser pulses to satellites that are equipped with retroreflectors. The data collected supports geophysical and geodetic research activities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for

  • Operating the MOBLAS-4 station 8 hours per day, 5 days a week.
  • Maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing equipment, at the direction of engineering support staff.
  • Performing regular preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  • Reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling equipment.
  • Troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions using specialized test and diagnostic equipment.
  • Constructing components, subunits of equipment, or prototype models to meet engineering requirements.
  • Conducting tests requiring selection and/or modification of a variety of critical test equipment and test procedures.
  • Configuring and operating equipment that records data, and measures and records problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level.
  • Preparing operating and malfunction reports. Records and evaluates data and reports findings.
  • Receiving technical advice from supervisor or engineer and work is reviewed for technical adequacy (or conformity with instructions).
  • Performing other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

Required Experience:

  • Education/Experience: AS/AA degree and 2+ years of related experience, or 2 years of technical training and 2+ years of related experience, or HS/GED and 6 years of related experience.
  • A minimum of 1-2 years of related experience with hands-on electro-mechanical ground systems.
  • Experience following operational and/or maintenance procedures.
  • Ability to perform standalone shift work.
  • Security clearance: - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and to maintain the clearance thereafter. U.S. Citizenship is required. 

Desired Experience:

  • Experience operating or working with electro-optic elements, subsystems, and systems for ground-based systems including lasers, detectors, and beam control assemblies.
  • Experience operating or configuring timing equipment for high precision servo control, data measurement, and processing systems/subsystems.
  • Experience using complex test instruments such as high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment.
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 The rate / range per hour below 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. SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range 23.70 EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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