Junior Radar (NASCOM) Technician

ARES Corporation is an employee-owned aerospace and engineering services company supporting NASA, the Department of Defense, and other Federal agencies through engineering, mission operations, communications, and technical services. ARES provides mission-critical support under the Wallops Range Contract supporting communications, telemetry, radar, launch operations, and associated infrastructure at NASA Wallops Flight Facility.

Position Overview:

ARES is seeking a Junior Radar (NASCOM) Technician to support telecommunications, command, data distribution, and electronic systems associated with Wallops range operations and NASA communications systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain telecommunications and electronic systems supporting NASA range operations.
• Configure and maintain data and voice circuits in support of mission requirements.
• Support NASA tracking data communications systems and distribution methods.
• Utilize and support operational software and user interface applications including MOVE, Net Acquire, RAPSII, EDRS, Stancil Voice Recorder, and WADAT.
• Perform fault isolation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of communications systems and associated hardware.
• Interpret schematics and technical system drawings.
• Utilize test equipment including BER test sets, data analyzers, transmission test sets, oscilloscopes, and multi-meters.
• Maintain operational logs and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Prepare oral and written reports documenting operational activities.
• Support operational activities under dynamic mission schedules and time-critical environments.
• Ensure compliance with company and NASA procedures and policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree or two years of technical education in Electronics or related technical discipline, or equivalent military technical training.
• Understanding of telecommunications and electronics fundamentals.
• Basic Ethernet networking knowledge including IP configuration and cabling.
• Familiarity with data and voice communications systems.

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to learn operational software applications and communications interfaces.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic and communications systems.
• Strong PC and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work at heights and lift 40 pounds or more.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Secret Clearance.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.

Work Environment:

Safety, quality awareness, and compliance are required. Shift work may be required based on dynamic mission schedules and operational needs.