Antenna Field Engineering Specialist III at Craig Technologies in Las Cruces, NM
Summary:
Craig Technologies has an opening for a Senior Antenna Field Engineering Specialist at the White Sands Complex in Las Cruces, NM. This position will be supporting NASA Space Exploration Network Services and Evolution contract (SENSE). Role/
Responsibilities:
As a Member of the White Sands Complex (WSC) Maintenance Team, the Antenna Field Engineering Specialist performs a variety of complex duties to support real-time satellite operations. Duties include but are not limited to:
Providing engineering and maintenance support for the S-Band 10 Meter S-Band Dish Antenna System and Subsystems at the White Sands Complex (WSC). Providing engineering and maintenance support for the Ku-Band 19 Meter Dish Antenna System and Subsystems at the White Sands Complex (WSC). Providing engineering and maintenance support for the Ka-Band 1.8 Meter Dish Antenna System and Subsystems at the White Sands Complex (WSC). Providing engineering and maintenance support for the Antenna IFL Control and Status equipment at the White Sands Complex (WSC) entire System and Subsystems. Provide OJT training, generate documentation support, support the installation of Firmware/Software deliveries, and provide technical input for correcting deficiencies or to provide enhancements. Promotes a positive professional image to personnel and is supportive of a collaborative team environment. Promotes workplace and personnel safety by identifying and mitigating risks and intervenes to prevent mishaps. Perform other system maintenance functions as assigned by the HMD Manager. This position is subject to call-in; weekend, holiday and overtime assignments. Skills/
Experience:
Must have working knowledge of Low Noise Amplifiers (LNA) and Antenna Control Unit (ACU) systems, with component level repair and testing experience. Must have a familiarity with Phase Shifters, Polarizers, and Waveguide / Waveguide switching technology. Required to have skills and knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) component level repair experience with phasing capability (Phase Modulation/PLLs) as well as knowledge of IT network architecture, network protocol standards (TCP, UDP, IP) and computer architecture and operating systems. Must have digital component level repair experience. Experience responding quickly and effectively during critical and emergency situations Under limited supervision candidate must be able to isolate hardware problems to the lowest line replaceable unit level and return the system to full operational capability. Ability to conduct or supervise the performance of equipment evaluation and testing. Develop Engineering Changes (EC's), Local Operating Procedures (LOP's), and Preventive Maintenance Plans (PM's) Ability to train and lead technicians in component repair. Ability to coordinate the installation of equipment and/or replacement of parts and ensures all necessary adjustments to the system and chassis are made. Experience/Education An Associate's degree and 9 years of related experience is required. In lieu of formal education, 3 years of additional related experience is allowable. Clearance:
o Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security clearance, which includes U.S. Citizenship or U.S. naturalization o Valid U.S. Driver's License required
Salary Range:
$80K -- $100K
Minimum Qualification
Electrical EngineeringEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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