aresWallops Island, VA
Junior Telemetry Technician Fixed TM
Junior Telemetry Technician Fixed TM
Junior Telemetry Technician Fixed TM
aresWallops Island, VA
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Apply for this role →Junior Telemetry TechnicianARES Corporation is an employee-owned aerospace and engineering services company supporting NASA, the Department of Defense, and other Federal agencies through engineering, operations, information technology, and mission support services. ARES supports NASA Wallops Flight Facility through the Wallops Range Contract, delivering mission-critical telemetry, radar, communications, and launch support services. ARES is seeking a Junior Telemetry Technician to support Fixed Telemetry (TM) operations and maintenance activities supporting launch and mission operations at Wallops Flight Facility.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and maintain telemetry ground station equipment and RF/SAT communications systems. Support operation and maintenance of telemetry systems including antennas, receivers, demodulators, bit synchronizers, recording devices, and ancillary interfaces. Perform troubleshooting and fault isolation activities on telemetry systems and associated equipment. Interpret technical schematics and system drawings. Utilize electronic test equipment including oscilloscopes, digital voltmeters, power meters, and signal generators. Maintain operational logs and preventative maintenance schedules. Support mission operations under supervision of senior technical personnel. Ensure compliance with company and NASA procedures and policies. Support physical installation and maintenance activities around antenna systems and telemetry equipment.
Required Qualifications:
Associate degree or two years of technical education in Electronics or related technical field, or equivalent military technical training. Experience with telemetry ground station equipment or RF/SAT communications systems.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with mobile systems preferred. Ability to troubleshoot telemetry and electronic systems. Ability to interpret technical schematics and drawings. Familiarity with electronic test equipment and instrumentation. Ability to travel approximately 25% of the year, typically supporting two or more mission trips annually. Ability to lift 40 pounds or more and work around antenna systems.
Work Environment:
Safety and quality awareness and compliance are required. Shift work may be required. Assignments may change or vary based on mission requirements.
ARES Benefits:
Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision InsuranceHSA/FSA Accounts Life & Disability Insurance Critical Illness & Accident InsuranceESOP401(k) Plan Paid Time Off & HolidaysARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
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Level
Junior
Location
Wallops Island, VA
Occupation
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
Industry
Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
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