Space VLBI Engineering Technician: Antenna & Electronics

Peraton; Hawaii; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician to join our team in Kauai, Hawaii, supporting the Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution contract with a focus on electronics and mechanical systems. The successful candidate will work on Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI) operations at the NASA Kokee Park Geophysical Observatory (KPGO).

This role involves troubleshooting, operating, and maintaining complex antenna systems to ensure their operability and effectiveness. Candidates must have relevant experience and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience in electronic systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret security clearance.
• Experience in installing and maintaining mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor KPGO antenna systems for VLBI operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic systems as necessary.
• Perform mechanical preventative maintenance on antenna systems.

Skills

Hands-on electronic systems work

Operating test instruments

Troubleshooting and repair skills

Linux OS experience

Education

AS/AA degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Digital multimeters

Signal generators

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Peraton is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician to join our team in Kauai, Hawaii, supporting the Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution contract with a focus on electronics and mechanical systems. The successful candidate will work on Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI) operations at the NASA Kokee Park Geophysical Observatory (KPGO).

This role involves troubleshooting, operating, and maintaining complex antenna systems to ensure their operability and effectiveness. Candidates must have relevant experience and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.