Electronics/Mechanical Engineering Technician (Space Communications Programs)

Peraton; Waimea/Kamuela (HI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician to support our Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution contract in Waimea, Hawaii. The ideal candidate will work on VLBI operations and maintain KPGO antenna systems, requiring hands-on experience with electronic and mechanical systems.

The role includes troubleshooting subsystems, performing maintenance tasks, and understanding operational procedures. Applicants should have an AS/AA degree or equivalent experience with strong skills in maintaining mechanical equipment and using test instruments.

Qualifications

• AS/AA degree or 2 years of technical training and 2 years related experience or HS/GED and 6 years of related experience.
• 1-2 years of experience with hands-on electronic systems work.
• Ability to perform standalone shift work on a 24-hour rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support VLBI operations, maintenance, and sustainment of KPGO antenna systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic and mechanical subsystems.
• Perform hardware maintenance services, including installation or modification.

Skills

Hands-on electronic systems work

Mechanical equipment installation and maintenance

Following operational and maintenance procedures

Using test instruments

Linux OS experience

Education

AS/AA degree or equivalent technical training

High School/GED with 6 years relevant experience

Tools

Digital multimeters

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Job Location

US-HI-Waimea

Requisition ID

2026-168016

Position Category

Engineering

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a full‑time Engineering Technician to join our team in Kauai, Hawaii to support our Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution contract working with electronics, mechanical, and radio frequency systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI) for the NASA Kokee Park Geophysical Observatory (KPGO).

This position supports VLBI operations, maintenance, and sustainment of KPGO antenna systems and subsystems. Responsibilities will include:

• Operation and monitoring of KPGO antenna systems for VLBI operations.
• Troubleshooting and repairing electronic, electromechanical, and radio frequency subsystems and components as necessary to ensure operability and maintainability of the VLBI systems.
• Replacing components and wiring circuits; repairing simple electronic equipment; and taking test readings using common instruments such as digital multimeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Providing hardware maintenance services which may include installation or modification and re‑installation of existing equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance, and replacement of equipment as needed to maintain original hardware configuration functionality.
• Performing mechanical preventative maintenance tasks on antenna systems which may include lubricating gears, gearbox oil changes, and metal corrosion control.
• Applying comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents.
• Understanding and following operational and maintenance procedures without deviation.
• Performing duties in accordance with all systems engineering and configuration management policies and procedures.
• Understanding operations and maintenance documentation for KPGO VLBI systems.
• Performing data acquisition and data transfer using Linux OS platforms.
• Working well in a team environment and receiving on‑the‑job training for VLBI Operations and Maintenance.

Required Qualifications

• Education/Experience: AS/AA degree (or 2 years of technical training in engineering or electronics) AND 2 years of related experience; without a degree, HS/GED and 6 years of related experience are allowable.
• At least 1–2 years of related experience with hands‑on electronic systems work.
• Experience following operational and/or maintenance procedures.
• Experience installing and maintaining mechanical equipment including gearboxes and motors.
• Ability to perform standalone shift work on a rotating 24‑hour schedule.
• Security clearance – able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of citizenship.
• Ability to maintain access to government worksite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using test instruments to evaluate electrical components, including digital multimeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
• Experience using Linux OS based systems.

EEO Statement

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