Electrical Engineer (NASA Balloon Program)

Summary: Peraton is a next-generation national security company that provides management and technical support for NASA's scientific balloon program. The Electrical Engineer will support the program by utilizing electrical circuits and devices for various applications, performing integration and testing of electronic systems, and collaborating with engineers in system development and integration. Responsibilities: - Support the NASA Scientific Balloon Program in the use of electrical circuits, assemblies, and devices for a variety of applications including balloon flight hardware, ground support hardware, test equipment, and/or facility modifications - Perform complex integration and testing of electronic systems - Plan the manufacture, installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical apparatus - Work directly with engineers in other disciplines in system development and integration - Act as internal consultant providing technical guidance on complex projects - Design, fabricate, test, verify, and integrate electrical systems - Assess technical specifications and issue procurement requests; attend meetings, write and deliver reports and presentations to clients and managers - Prepare design documentation including technical text, illustrations, tables, and schematics - Draw plans and specifications for projects using computer assisted engineering and design software - Estimate material, construction, and labor costs with project timescales - Test installations / systems; analyze data observing all applicable electrical / construction safety regulations Required Qualifications: - Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electronics Technology degree - Zero to two years of experience - Experience in digital circuit design - Understanding of test installations and familiar with test equipment - Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening - Must be able to obtain a NASA PIV badge - Must be a US Citizen - Must be able to travel up to 60% travel Preferred Qualifications: - Experience in Electrical engineering, RF data telemetry, digital circuit design, mixed signal circuit design, and signal conditioning design - ISO J-STD- 001 Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies - ISO/WHMA-A-620 Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies - Must be able to travel to support campaigns in various locations around the world - Must have or be able to obtain a passport - Must pass the National Science Foundation Physical (Medical) requirement to work in Antarctica Required Skills: Electrical Engineering, Digital Circuit Design, Test Equipment, Electrical Systems Integration, RF Data Telemetry, Mixed Signal Circuit Design, Signal Conditioning Design, ISO J-STD-001, ISO/WHMA-A-620 Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Health savings account, Short/long term disability, EAP, Parental leave, 401(k), Paid time off (PTO) for vacation, Company paid holidays