Job Description

Program Overview

About The Role

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

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

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.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. 

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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