Telemetry Hardware Technician Professional - Ascension

Job Description

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.

This position is a remote overseas assignment on Ascension Island, South Atlantic Ocean, in support of daily, special test and launch operations with no family accommodations. Benefits of this unique location include free housing, three meals a day, potential for overseas tax incentives, 24-hour gym access, tennis, racquetball & basketball courts, pool, fishing, hiking, beautiful beaches, scuba diving, team sports and more!

This position is not eligible for telecommuting.

Essential Functions

Responsible for operating, maintaining, calibrating, and repairing equipment associated with a Telemetry Ground Station to include 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

Required Skills

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

Required Experience

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

Experience working with large scale antenna servo tracking mount technology, preferred

Understanding of telemetry principles and practices, preferred

Experience working with property control, logistics and quality standards, preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Frequently move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Frequently ascend/descend, and traverses, work areas at heights of approximately 20 feet or more

Ability to drive manual transmission

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

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance in a productive, evolving environment.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state or local laws

Full-time