Systems Engineer II

ARES Corporation; Florida; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; 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 Corporation is seeking an engineering support professional to assist United States Space Force range modernization activities at Cape Canaveral, FL. The role focuses on rack and equipment installation, fiber and Cat 6 cable work, and integration of new equipment for ongoing range modernization projects under the DTAMM contract.

You will collaborate with Space Force and contractor stakeholders, perform system operation and front-line end user support, and maintain rigorous safety standards

Qualifications

• 12+ years of work experience on the Launch Test Range System (LTRS).
• Ability to maintain and obtain a DOD Clearance.
• Experience with radar, RF, communications, command destruct systems, and antenna systems on the Eastern Test Range.

Responsibilities

• Install equipment racks, cable trays, RF coax and antennas.
• Install and integrate new equipment for range modernization.
• Provide front-line end user support and system operation.
• Coordinate with Space Force and contractors for project execution.

Skills

Rack installation

Cable installation

RF/antenna systems

System integration

Front-line support

Safety conscious

Tools

WASP asset management software

Anritsu Site Master

Job description

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Full Time Professional Cape Canaveral, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2695

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, fiber and Cat 6 cable installation and termination, in support of range modernization projects under the DTAMM contract. Responsibilities include installation and integration of new equipment, system operation, and front-line end user support.

This position is primarily on-site at Patrick Space Force Base, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and Jonathan Dickinson Missile Tracking Annex (JDMTA).

Required Qualifications:

• 12 or more years of work experience on the Launch Test Range System (LTRS).
• Ability to maintain and obtain a DOD Clearance.
• Experience supporting radar, radio frequency (RF), communications, command destruct, and antenna systems on the Eastern Test Range.
• Experience installing equipment racks, cable trays, radio frequency (RF) coax (including 3 1/8\'), radar data display systems, and omni/directional antennas.
• Experience with property and asset management, including equipment tagging, tracking, inventory, and logistics/shipping using WASP asset management software.
• Skilled in fabrication and installation of communication, data, video, timing, telemetry, radar, and command destruct systems, including cable terminations and harness fabrication.
• Basic understanding of, and proficiency using, common electrical and electronic test tools.
• Proficient with mechanical and radio frequency (RF) test equipment (multimeters, Anritsu Site-Master, tension meters, torque wrenches, surveying transits) and performing unit-level tests prior to field installation.
• Strong safety focus with extensive training at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station; certified in CPR/First Aid, Soldering, Fall Protection, and Tower Rescue; experienced working on towers up to 500 feet.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

ARES BENEFITS:

ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid 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 601.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).