Jr./entry-level integration & test systems engineer - space programs

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Jr./Entry-Level Systems Engineer for Integration & Test (SEIT) supporting our NASA customer based at Wallops Flight Facility in VA. 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 NASA’s worldwide satellite communication networks. In this position, you will become part of NASA’s 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.

The SENSE Direct to Earth (DTE) SEIT team supports cross functional disciplines such as Hardware/Software Engineering and System Engineering for the DTE projects. This will include study, design, development, integration, testing, verification and operations of spaceflight, airborne and ground system hardware and software, including development and validation of new technologies to enable future space and science missions.

Assignments will include a variety of engineering tasks such as:

• Support development of system requirements and interface documentation
• Support developing and integrating various technology for critical mission projects
• Support, develop, and execute test plans and system review packages
• Perform system level testing with ground systems equipment for end-to-end testing in the Ground Station Testing Facility (GSTF)
• Support GSTF management tasks involving DTE hardware and software
• Support orbital and launch operations activities
• Collaborate with the Operations, IT Security, Mission Assurance and Task Order Leads to support Task Order requirements and deliverables across the program functional elements.

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering), and 0 - 2+ years of related academic or professional technical experience
• Experience with development, integration, and test (I&T) within the systems engineering function
• Experience with Test Automation Tools and Practices, including scripting (C++, Python, MATLAB, Perl, UNIX)
• Experience with Windows and Linux servers (RedHat, CentOS)
• Experience using Microsoft (MS) Office Tools to produce PowerPoint briefings, MS Project schedules, MS Word documents, and generate and manipulate Excel files
• Ability to travel for up to several weeks each year to support DTE activities
• This position requires a “Public Trust” background check with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• Must be a US citizen.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Software development and familiarity with scripting languages
• Familiarity with the NASA, space or ground station antenna systems, and satellite communications networks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy while understanding broader technical issues
• Excellent organizational skills such as prioritizing and completing multiple tasks within critical deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including making presentations
• An active Secret clearance is a plus.

Peraton Overview

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 world’s 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 can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$51,000 - $82,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.