Telemetry Hardware Technician Senior– Ascension Island

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, calibrate, and repair equipment associated with a Telemetry Ground Station.
• Measurement/tracking, multiplexing, amplification, signal conditioning, multicouplers, acquisition, RF transmitters/receivers, PCM encoders/decoders, and parabolic antenna systems.
• Provide technical support in matters related to computer hardware, software, networking, and maintenance for site telemetry systems and related equipment and operations.
• Integrate hardware and software applications for operational and maintenance applications.
• Perform routine launch operational checks and functions based on standard operating procedures.
• Generate/prepare test documentation, maintains records, maintenance logs and schedules.
• Interpret audits/findings, identifies maintenance issues and works with management to determine best course of action.
• Support company safety culture and assumes accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all activities.
• Complete assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations, maintenance, and launch support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• AS Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two or more years as an electronic technician with experience related to the systems, subsystems and operations required to maintain Telemetry (preferred), Radar, or Radio Communication systems.
• Electronics background and knowledge of network/server operating systems and PC platforms.
• Experience using electrical/electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators and logic analyzers.
• Experience with troubleshooting including the ability to isolate and repair electronic hardware and associated support equipment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with high-powered transmitters, radio-frequency/infrared (RF/IF) receivers, microwave subsystems and control systems, preferred.
• Understanding of telemetry principles and practices, preferred.
• Experience working with property control, logistics and quality standards, preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and be reliable in a very dynamic environment.
• Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees and the public.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Frequently move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently ascend/descend, and traverse, work areas at heights of approximately 20 feet or more.
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Valid U.S. Passport or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire.

Compensation Details

$82,500

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Education reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.