Servo Subsystem Engineer

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.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a seasoned Servo Subsystem Engineer to be part of a cutting edge, mission focused team supporting the Deep Space Network (DSN) in Fort Irwin, CA with NASA/JPL.

The Deep Space Network is NASA’s international array of giant radio antennas that supports interplanetary spacecraft missions, plus a few that orbit Earth. The DSN also provides radar and radio astronomy observations that improve our understanding of the solar system and the larger universe. The antennas of the Deep Space Network are the indispensable link to explorers venturing beyond the moon. They provide the crucial connection for commanding our spacecraft and receiving their never-before-seen images and scientific information on Earth, propelling our understanding of the universe, our solar system and ultimately, our place within it.

What You'll Do:

The Servo Subsystem Engineer (SSE) is responsible for the overall test, maintenance and repair of the GDSCC servo, surveillance, and weather monitoring subsystems. Supervises the implementation of Engineering Changes to the GDSCC servo, surveillance, and weather monitoring subsystem equipment. Requires a working knowledge of the UNIX operating system, VxWorks, test equipment as well as the site-specific antenna controlling equipment. 

Responsibilities:

• Interface with internal and external customers
• Analyze problems and direct repair
• Document corrective action and analysis of problems using the DRMS and MAXIMO databases
• Assist operations as required
• Direct implementation of Engineering Changes. Provide corrections and feedback to the appropriate Operation Engineer
• Provide input for Engineering Changes
• Must be able to identify potential hazards and adhere to all safety equipment procedures
• Must be able to follow applicable regulatory agency and site-specific guidelines and properly document all job-related activities
• Provide technical guidance, training, and direct oversight to hourly personnel, and perform all assigned duties consistent with this classification

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
• Experience with Mechanical Drives, Programable Ladder Logic, Data telemetry receiving systems.
• Working knowledge of UNIX operating system
• Working knowledge of VxWorks
• Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance and pass a National Criminal Information Check (NCIC). In order to obtain a clearance, you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship. 
• Must possess and retain a valid California Driver’s License (Real ID).

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.

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.