Systems Integration and Test (SI&T) Engineer Space Communications Program

We are seeking a Systems Integration and Test (SI&T) Engineer to join our team based at White Sands Complex in Las Cruces NM. This position is focused on software testing that will be utilized on a new ground system in support of NASAs return to the moon. You will be joining a team that is dedicated to system analysis software and hardware testing collaboration with multiple departments and the sustainment of software or hardware into existing systems that support Space Communications for NASAs Near Space Network (NSN).

As prime contractor on the Peraton Space Exploration Networks Services and Evolution (SENSE) contract Peraton is responsible for the operation maintenance sustainment and systems engineering of NASAs worldwide satellite communication this position you will become part of NASAs return to the moon support new earth and space science missions and launch vehicles. You will be an integral part of a world class team that ensures NASA space-ground communications are reliable and meet mission requirements.

Peraton drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted and highly differentiated national security solutions and technologies that keep people safe and secure. Peraton serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies across the intelligence space cyber defense civilian health and state and local markets. Every day our employees do the cant be done solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

This position will be responsible for:

• Development execution and tracking of software test procedures and plans in support of requirement verification for systems under development.
• Interface with personnel from a variety of disciplines to ensure successful integration of software fixes and updates.
• Independently organize working groups to develop scenario testing procedures documentation and operator training.
• Implementation of NASA System Engineering Management Policy processes procedures documentation and contributions to major project milestone reviews with the NASA customer.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks and projects as requested by management leadership.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Education/Experience - degree in engineering sciences or other related technical field and related experience as follows: BS/BA degree and 2 years experience AS/AA degree and 4 years experience; without a degree 6 years of related experience is required.
• Familiarity with the Software Development Life Cycle
• Familiarity with Java Javascript and Python
• Security clearance - this position requires the candidate to be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security order to obtain a clearance you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of Interim Secret clearance is acceptable to start.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated experience in Integration and Test procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of Agile development practices and methodology
• Knowledge of Jira
• Knowledge of radio frequency communication architectures and associated ground equipment.
• Knowledge of network technologies switches performance and firewall security.
• Familiarity with configuration management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and work with multiple tasks projects and personnel from a variety of disciplines.
• Experience in evaluating and testing software performance.

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 worlds 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 company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.