Junior Telemetry Technician - Fixed TM

ARES Corporation; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental 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 seeks a Junior Telemetry Technician to support fixed telemetry operations and maintenance for launch and mission support at Wallops Flight Facility. The role involves operating telemetry ground station equipment, antennas, receivers, and related interfaces, with travel and safety adherence.

The position requires an associate degree or two years of technical education in electronics, plus experience with telemetry systems or RF communications.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two years of technical education in Electronics or related field, or equivalent military technical training.
• 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 fault isolate telemetry systems and equipment.
• Interpret technical schematics and system drawings.
• Utilize test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, power meters, and signal generators.
• Maintain logs and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Support mission operations under supervision of senior personnel.
• Ensure compliance with company and NASA procedures and policies.
• Assist with installation and maintenance around antenna systems and telemetry equipment.

Skills

Telemetry

RF Communications

Schematic Interpretation

Electronic Test Equipment

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital Voltmeters

Power Meters

Signal Generators

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About ARES Corporation

ARES Corporation is an employee-owned aerospace and engineering services company supporting NASA, the Department of Defense, and other Federal agencies through engineering, operations, information technology, and mission support services. ARES supports NASA Wallops Flight Facility through the Wallops Range Contract, delivering mission-critical telemetry, radar, communications, and launch support services. Position Overview: ARES is seeking a Junior Telemetry Technician to support Fixed Telemetry (TM) operations and maintenance activities supporting launch and mission operations at Wallops Flight Facility.

Key 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 ancillary interfaces.
• Perform troubleshooting and fault isolation activities on telemetry systems and associated equipment.
• Interpret technical schematics and system drawings.
• Utilize electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, power meters, and signal generators.
• Maintain operational logs and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Support mission operations under supervision of senior technical personnel.
• Ensure compliance with company and NASA procedures and policies.
• Support physical installation and maintenance activities around antenna systems and telemetry equipment.

Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with mobile systems preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot telemetry and electronic systems.
• Ability to interpret technical schematics and drawings.
• Familiarity with electronic test equipment and instrumentation.
• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the year, typically supporting two or more mission trips annually.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds or more and work around antenna systems.

Work Environment:

Safety and quality awareness and compliance are required. Shift work may be required. Assignments may change or vary based on mission requirements.

ARES Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• ESOP
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHSA/FSA AccountsLife & Disability InsuranceCritical Illness & Accident InsuranceESOP401(k) PlanPaid Time Off & Holidays

ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify.

We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).