Servo Subsystem Engineer

Peraton is seeking a seasoned Servo Subsystem Engineer to be part of a cutting edge mission focused team supporting the Deep Space Network (DSN) in Fort Irwin CA with NASA/JPL.

The Deep Space Network is NASAs international array of giant radio antennas that supports interplanetary spacecraft missions plus a few that orbit Earth. The DSN also provides radar and radio astronomy observations that improve our understanding of the solar system and the larger universe. The antennas of the Deep Space Network are the indispensable link to explorers venturing beyond the moon. They provide the crucial connection for commanding our spacecraft and receiving their never-before-seen images and scientific information on Earth propelling our understanding of the universe our solar system and ultimately our place within it.

What Youll Do:

The Servo Subsystem Engineer (SSE) is responsible for the overall test maintenance and repair of the GDSCC servo surveillance and weather monitoring subsystems. Supervises the implementation of Engineering Changes to the GDSCC servo surveillance and weather monitoring subsystem equipment. Requires a working knowledge of the UNIX operating system VxWorks test equipment as well as the site-specific antenna controlling equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Interface with internal and external customers
• Analyze problems and direct repair
• Document corrective action and analysis of problems using the DRMS and MAXIMO databases
• Assist operations as required
• Direct implementation of Engineering Changes. Provide corrections and feedback to the appropriate Operation Engineer
• Provide input for Engineering Changes
• Must be able to identify potential hazards and adhere to all safety equipment procedures
• Must be able to follow applicable regulatory agency and site-specific guidelines and properly document all job-related activities
• Provide technical guidance training and direct oversight to hourly personnel and perform all assigned duties consistent with this classification

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
• Experience with Mechanical Drives Programable Ladder Logic Data telemetry receiving systems.
• Working knowledge of UNIX operating system
• Working knowledge of VxWorks
• Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance and pass a National Criminal Information Check (NCIC). In order to obtain a clearance you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.
• Must possess and retain a valid California Drivers License (Real ID).

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.