Space Range Systems Engineer — On-Site Cape Canaveral

ADP, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

ARES is hiring an engineering support professional to assist United States Space Force range modernization activities. The candidate will work closely with Space Force and contractor stakeholders to understand technical requirements and execute tasks including rack/equipment installation and cabling in support of range modernization projects.

This on-site role is based at Patrick Space Force Base, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and Jonathan Dickinson Missile Tracking Annex.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of work experience on the Launch Test Range System (LTRS).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD clearance.
• Experience supporting radar, RF, communications, command destruct, and antenna systems on the Eastern Test Range.
• Experience installing equipment racks, cable trays, RF coax (including 3 1/8"), radar data displays, and omni/directional antennas.
• Experience with property and asset management using WASP or similar systems.
• Proficient with RF test equipment and field testing.
• Strong safety focus with extensive training and tower experience up to 500 feet.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install and integrate new equipment for range modernization projects.
• Operate systems and provide frontline end-user support.
• Collaborate with Space Force and contractor stakeholders to understand requirements.

Skills

LTRS experience

Clearance readiness

RF/microwave proficiency

Electrical/test tooling

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Tools

RF coax

Cable and harnessing

Test equipment (multimeters, Site-Master)

Job description

ARES is hiring an engineering support professional to assist United States Space Force range modernization activities. The candidate will work closely with Space Force and contractor stakeholders to understand technical requirements and execute tasks including rack/equipment installation and cabling in support of range modernization projects.

This on-site role is based at Patrick Space Force Base, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and Jonathan Dickinson Missile Tracking Annex.