Job Description

Responsibilities

Peraton Labs is searching for an Electronics Engineer for the Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland location. This position will require onsite work, 5 days a week.

What You'll Do:

• Solder a wide range of electronic components including through-hole, SMT, and fine-pitch packages
• Perform functional, Verification and Validation (V&V) and RF testing on completed assemblies and devices using spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and other diagnostic equipment
• Rework and repair solder joints on densely populated PCBs using hand tools and soldering stations
• Use manual and automatic crimp tools (e.g., for circular connectors, terminals)
• Build cable and chassis assemblies
• Assemble complex cable and wiring systems using proper soldering techniques
• Pin insertion, removal, torquing, and sealing of varying types of connectors
• Build prototypes for Engineering using schematics
• Inspect populated boards for placement accuracy, solder quality, and overall assembly integrity
• Collaborate with engineers and peers assigned to projects to rectify discrepancies in design and/or documentation
• Work closely with design and test engineers to interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and bills of materials
• Troubleshoot circuits and perform repairs as necessary
• Perform all functional duties independently

Qualifications

Required:

• 2 years experience with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 4 years with AS/AA; 6 years with no degree
• Technical degree or diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
• A Secret clearance is the minimum requirement to begin employment. As a requirement of continued employment you will be required to obtain TS/SCI clearance
• US Citizenship
• Knowledge or experience with analog or digital RF circuits
• Experience in the use of RF test equipment like network and spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, mixed signal generators, power meters
• Ability to design, fabricate, and perform PCB assembly of surface mount and through-hole components, modify, and assemble mechanical enclosures
• Experience working with common connector types such as Deutsch, Molex, MIL-spec D-sub, MIL-spec, or circular connectors
• Hands-on experience supporting engineers in prototyping or hardware development environments
• Demonstrated experience in wiring harness and mil-spec cable fabrication
• Technical diploma or associate degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field preferred
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and wiring diagrams

Desired:

• Knowledge of various modulation formats in communication
• Altium Designer experience
• IPC soldering certification (e.g., IPC-610, J-STD-001)
• Experience with design and integration of electronics on (UAS) Unmanned Aerial Systems, RCIED, or Water born IEDs

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

$80,000 - $128,000. 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.

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