Hardware Implementation Field Service Engineer / Space Programs

Peraton; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a Hardware Implementation Field Service Engineer in Las Cruces, NM at the NASA White Sands Complex to support Space Network operations. The role involves assembling racks, fabricating cable assemblies, installing equipment, and ensuring proper cable management in a mission‑critical environment.

Responsibilities include reading engineering drawings, testing cables, and collaborating with the installation team. Travel to remote facilities and extended hours may be required.

Qualifications

• AS/AA degree with 2+ years of technical experience in electronic systems integration.
• HS/GED with 4 years of technical experience in electronic systems integration.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware installation and test.
• Integrate equipment into racks per design documentation.
• Fabricate cable assemblies per standards.
• Route and dress internal and system cables in racks and trays.
• Install waveguide components per manufacturer instructions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work orders.
• Travel to remote facilities for extended periods as required.
• Maintain disciplined task management and team collaboration.

Skills

Hardware install

Cable fabrication

RF systems

Blueprint reading

Travel readiness

Education

AS/AA degree with 2+ years experience

HS/GED with 4 years experience

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Hardware Implementation Field Service Engineer in Las Cruces, New Mexico at the National Aeronautics (NASA) White Sands Complex (WSC) to support the Space Network operations. The selected individual will support NASA programs that integrate with state-of-the-art RF satellite communications systems and technologies. Assignments will include a variety of field engineering tasks such as installing and populating racks with equipment and building and installing cable assemblies.

Peraton is the prime contractor for NASA at the White Sands Complex (WSC) near Las Cruces, New Mexico. Operating here are two functionally identical satellite ground terminals: The White Sands Ground Terminal, and the Second TDRSS Ground Terminal. These ground terminals ensure uninterrupted communications between various ground stations, NASA's orbiting fleet of Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), customer spacecraft (satellites), and the computer systems that support such spacecraft. WSC serves as an interface for distributing satellite data to control centers and scientists who then use the daily influx of data to expand our ever-growing knowledge of the Earth and the universe.

While this position will accomplish most tasks Monday to Friday, normal day hours at the worksite, no remote/ telework, some activities may be scheduled outside of normal hours.

In this role, we are looking for an individual who will perform the following duties:

• Perform hardware installation and test
• Integrate a variety of equipment into new and existing racks, according to design documentation
• Fabricate cable assemblies (network, low and high-power coax, Fiber optic, and specialty cable) in accordance with design documentation and applicable industry and NASA standards
• Route and neatly dress internal rack cables (fiber and copper) using cable management according to workmanship standards
• Route and neatly dress system cables (fiber and copper) in under floor and overhead cable trays and in antenna systems
• Install waveguide components per manufacturer's instructions
• Print and apply cable labels
• Familiar with test and diagnostic equipment.
• Test cable assemblies and archive test results
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work orders
• Identify available power outlets as well as correct power cordage
• Must have a disciplined approach to managing task assignments, solid interpersonal skills, good judgement and flexibility
• Be a team player, work with peers and other installation team members, and follow group lead directions
• Ability to work autonomously and responsibly in a mission‑critical, real‑time operations environment

Qualifications

0 years with BS/BA; 4 years no degree

Required Qualifications

• Education/Experience : AS/AA degree and 2+ years of technical experience in electronic systems integration or HS/GED and 4 years of technical experience in electronic systems integration or related fields.
• Previous experience working with satellite ground system integration, technology assembly, or electronics assembly
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Must be able to travel to remote facilities for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Physical requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 25 pounds unaided.
• Physical agility that will support working in confined spaces, underfloor, overhead, and other physically demanding positions and conditions.

Security clearance

Security clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance and to maintain the clearance thereafter.

Must be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.

Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.

Desired Qualifications

• An active SECRET security clearance.
• Drawing and drafting expertise - the ability to document rack elevations/assemblies, connection diagrams block diagrams and Parts lists.
• Experience with cabling infrastructure best practices and methodologies.
• General comprehension of satellite ground station components/subcomponents
• Knowledge of hardware Quality Assurance processes and inspection techniques
• Familiarity with electronic systems integration, including wiring, cabling, and power systems
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Visio, specifically for drawing generation.

Peraton Overview

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 comp