DSN Compatibility Test Engineer

Peraton; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Test Engineer to join our team in Monrovia, California to support our Deep Space Network (DSN) program with JPL and NASA.

The Deep Space Network is NASA’s international array of giant radio antennas, providing the crucial link to explorers and the latest scientific data. The Compatibility Test Engineer will work across DSN facilities, develop test procedures, analyze results and support customers during development and testing.

Qualifications

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with no degree.
• Experience writing test procedures.
• Working knowledge of digital equipment, RF equipment, spacecraft configurations and operations.
• Must able to obtain a trusted background check and pass NCIC; US citizen proof required for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and/or supports Compatibility and Re-Verification Testing of spacecraft or spacecraft subsystems prior to launch.
• Develops Compatibility Test Procedures for spacecraft or spacecraft subsystem testing.
• Conducts research study necessary for improvement or reconfiguration of systems or subsystems equipment after evaluation of available information.
• Investigates and makes decisions relative to problems in equipment performance, customer requirements and relations.
• Develops or completes sections of installation, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, and repair procedures that reflect the latest concepts of information design for presentation as traditional training and/or technical documentation in accordance with technical specifications, program requirements and quality standards.
• Applies advanced theories, principles and concepts; demonstrates creativity and ingenuity.
• Supports customers during development and test phases.
• Loads and configures software as appropriate.
• Maintains and calibrates station equipment to ensure readiness to support test activities.
• Removes, installs, and troubleshoots station equipment using provided test equipment.
• Evaluates performance of station hardware.
• Processes and Installs DSN Modification Information and Deployment Authorization Software (MIDAS) Packages.
• Maintains calibration of station equipment

Skills

RF equipment knowledge

Spacecraft configurations

Spacecraft operations

Test procedures writing

DSN understanding

Reading technical documents

Teamwork

Interface with JPL/customers

Education

BS/BA with 2 years experience; MS/MA 0; no degree 6 years

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Test Engineer to join our team in Monrovia, California to support our Deep Space Network (DSN) program with JPL and NASA.

The Deep Space Network is NASA’s international array of giant radio antennas, providing the crucial link to explorers and the latest scientific data. The Compatibility Test Engineer will work across DSN facilities, develop test procedures, analyze results and support customers during development and testing.