Entry-Level Telemetry Technician — Ground Station Ops

ARES Corporation; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

ESOP

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

ARES Corporation is seeking a Junior Telemetry Technician to support Fixed Telemetry operations and maintenance at Wallops Flight Facility in Wallops Island, VA. This full-time role involves hands-on work with telemetry ground station equipment and RF/SAT communications systems.

You will troubleshoot systems, interpret schematics, and perform preventative maintenance under supervision, with travel up to 25% and potential lifting of 40 pounds. A strong benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two years of technical education in Electronics or related field.
• Experience with telemetry ground station equipment or RF/SAT communications systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain telemetry ground station equipment and RF/SAT communications systems.
• Support operation and maintenance of telemetry systems including antennas, receivers, demodulators, bit synchronizers, recording devices, and interfaces.
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults on telemetry systems and related equipment.
• Interpret technical schematics and drawings.
• Use electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, DVMs, power meters, and signal generators.
• Maintain logs and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Support mission operations under supervision of senior personnel.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and policies.
• Assist with installation and maintenance around antenna systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting telemetry systems

Schematics interpretation

Electronic test equipment handling

Physical capability (lift 40 lbs)

Team supervision under supervision of,

Education

Associate degree or two years of technical education in Electronics or related field

Tools

Telemetry ground station equipment

RF/SAT communications systems

Job description

ARES Corporation is seeking a Junior Telemetry Technician to support Fixed Telemetry operations and maintenance at Wallops Flight Facility in Wallops Island, VA. This full-time role involves hands-on work with telemetry ground station equipment and RF/SAT communications systems.

You will troubleshoot systems, interpret schematics, and perform preventative maintenance under supervision, with travel up to 25% and potential lifting of 40 pounds. A strong benefits package is provided.