Electronics/Electrical Engineer

Peraton; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an Electronics/Electrical Engineer to support the National Weather Service Radar Operations Center in Norman, OK. You will contribute to engineering initiatives across radar systems and subsystems, ensuring reliability and performance of the NEXRAD network.

You will analyze, test, document, and troubleshoot radar electronics while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Travel may be required and a Public Trust clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS/BA required with 2+ years of relevant experience; MS/MA not required.
• Experience providing electronics or electrical engineering service.
• Experience analyzing and testing electrical, power, and electronic systems.
• Ability to produce engineering prototypes, studies, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with laboratory and diagnostic equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies).
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis, evaluation, and testing of electrical, electronic, and power system designs and performance.
• Support development of engineering prototypes, technical studies, and design improvements.
• Produce and maintain engineering documentation, technical reports, and design specifications.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues with radar and electronic systems and equipment.
• Apply engineering practices and procedures to support system design, integration, and lifecycle sustainment.
• Support testing activities to validate system functionality, reliability, and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, software, and field engineering personnel.
• Participate in feasibility and performance analysis for system upgrades and modifications.
• Support compliance with engineering standards, safety practices, and program requirements.

Skills

Electronics engineering

System analysis

Testing

Technical communication

Willingness to travel

Education

BS/BA in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Job description

About Peraton

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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking an Electronics/Electrical Engineer to support the National Weather Service (NWS) Radar Operations Center (ROC) in Norman, OK. This role supports engineering initiatives across radar systems and associated electrical and electronic subsystems critical to the NEXRAD network.

The selected candidate will contribute to the Engineering Branch by supporting system analysis, testing, performance evaluation, and technical documentation efforts. This position plays a key role in ensuring the reliability, maintainability, and advancement of radar and electronic systems supporting national weather operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform analysis, evaluation, and testing of electrical, electronic, and power system designs and performance
• Support development of engineering prototypes, technical studies, and design improvements
• Produce and maintain engineering documentation, technical reports, and design specifications
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving issues with radar and electronic systems and equipment
• Apply engineering practices and procedures to support system design, integration, and lifecycle sustainment
• Support testing activities to validate system functionality, reliability, and performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems, software, and field engineering personnel
• Participate in feasibility and performance analysis for system upgrades and modifications
• Support compliance with engineering standards, safety practices, and program requirements

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with no degree
• Active/Current Public Trust Clearance
• Experience providing electronics or electrical engineering service
• Experience analyzing and testing electrical, power, and electronic systems
• Experience producing engineering prototypes, studies, and technical documentation
• Knowledge of standard engineering practices, principles, and procedures
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and apply it to system analysis and design
• Familiarity with laboratory and diagnostic equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
• Willingness to support testing, integration, and field-related engineering efforts
• Ability to travel as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized experience with radar systems and associated electronic equipment
• Knowledge of radar principles, signal processing, and system performance analysis
• Experience working with complex electronic or RF-based systems
• Familiarity with system-level integration and evaluation of radar or communications equipment

Great-to-Have Experience

• Exposure to weather radar systems or NEXRAD architecture
• Experience supporting federal or DoD engineering programs
• Familiarity with test planning, verification, and validation processes
• Experience using engineering analysis or modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW)
• Hands‑on experience with electronic system assembly, integration, or field support

Details

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.

EEO

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