DSN RF/Microwave Operations Engineer

Peraton; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an RF/Microwave Operations Engineer to support NASA/JPL DSN. You will sustain engineering and maintenance of microwave systems on large reflector antennas, with duties spanning troubleshooting, failure analysis, and liaison with vendors and engineering teams.

The role involves design reviews, spare management, and acceptance testing at JPL and remote sites, with travel up to international destinations. California residency and security clearances are typical requirements.

Qualifications

• Hands-on RF/microwave equipment experience.
• Knowledge of satellite communications.
• Ability to pass background check and obtain CA REAL ID.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot transmitter and microwave issues reported by antenna site personnel.
• Perform failure analysis and trend performance data across the network.
• Maintain transmitter and microwave configuration and records.
• Coordinate repairs and JPL engineering support.
• Conduct acceptance testing at JPL and antenna sites.
• Present findings to Peraton and JPL management.

Skills

RF/microwave equipment

Satellite communications

Communication skills

US citizenship

Physical fitness

Education

BS/BA required

MS/MA not required

Job description

Peraton is seeking an RF/Microwave Operations Engineer to support NASA/JPL DSN. You will sustain engineering and maintenance of microwave systems on large reflector antennas, with duties spanning troubleshooting, failure analysis, and liaison with vendors and engineering teams.

The role involves design reviews, spare management, and acceptance testing at JPL and remote sites, with travel up to international destinations. California residency and security clearances are typical requirements.