Systems Engineer (Entry-level)- Topeka, KS

    • Peraton
  • Topeka, KS
  • Posted 11 days ago | Updated 11 days ago

Overview

On Site
USD 51,000.00 - 82,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

3D modeling
Product development
Systems engineering
Mechanical engineering
System testing
Test plans
Technical Support
System requirements
Customer support
Security clearance
Heat transfer
Load testing
Software development
Digital design
Test methods
Mentor Graphics
Quality assurance
Software design
Operating systems
Leadership
Nexus
Adobe AIR
SAFE
Repair
CRF
Electrical engineering
Automation
Retail
Research
Testing
Documentation
Design
Specification
Data
Spectrum
Management
Operations
Scheduling
AutoCAD
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Electromechanics
ProE
Machining
Access control
Modeling
Schematic
Electrical wiring
Layout
JTAG
Arduino
Python
SCA
Insurance
Financing

Job Details

About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team of diverse, qualified individuals. The Systems Engineer works at the United States Postal Service (USPS) Central Repair Facility (CRF) in Topeka, KS. The CRF is a depot repair facility for USPS mail processing, delivery, and bulk mail systems repairable parts. Examples: repairing printed circuit boards, electrical, electronic, mechanical and electro-mechanical assemblies to component level. The CRF provides depot level maintenance for essential automation, mechanization, retail and bulk mail processing systems used in all mail processing and retail installations.

Our Systems Engineer p erforms a variety of engineering research and/or product development in a system engineering discipline such as computer, electronic, electrical, or mechanical engineering. Ability to use advanced theory, mathematical, scientific, or engineering principles to solve problems, conduct system commissioning, testing, prepare documentation, create applications, or devices in the completion of their work. Assist in design and development of systems, testing, and validation of solutions for repairable items. Specific tasks include:

Assist with implementation of system plans, associated specifications, and engineering change processes based on system engineering requirements
Assistsin design, development, and modification of systems, end items, machines, and associated test plans
Provide initial technical support in assessments of determining repairable item status based on system requirements
Support design and/or fabrication of electrical, mechanical, or electronic systems, assemblies, and sub-assemblies
Contribute to the completion of assign technical tasks for the organization and provides customer support in the engineering discipline
Ability to work in a team environment
Assists in reviewing procedures to ensure that the test and repair process is complete
Reviews and evaluates failure data received from field locations, and offers recommendations for resolutions
Provides technical solutions to a broad spectrum of difficult problems
Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives
Contacts are primarily with immediate supervisor, project leaders, and other professionals in the section or group
Some contact outside customer representatives at various management levels concerning operations or scheduling or specific phases of projects or contracts
Supports briefings and participates in technical meetings for internal or external representatives concerning specifics to operations
Performs other related tasks as assigned
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 0-2 years' of experience
ship and the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field
Familiar with AutoCad and Cad type software
Knowledge in aspects of design, development, and research
Communicate effectively; both written and oral
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
General knowledge of other related disciplines
Understanding of thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer systems, gear ratios, material compositions, load testing, mechanical and motor assemblies, variable frequency drives, hydraulic devices, pneumatic devices, and industrial controls
Understanding of Software development, Analog/Digital Design, Microelectronics, testing methodologies and strategies
Preferred Qualifications :

Experience with Motor Design
Familiar with Electromechanical control theory and systems
Familiar with 3D modeling (ProE, Mentor Graphics or similar development system)
Familiar with system and test engineering methodology
Familiar with system engineering software tools
Familiar with fabrication, material composition, machining
Basic Electrical AC/DC theory
Familiar depot level repair design
Familiar with device modeling (FPGAs, BGAs etc)
Familiar with schematic and wiring diagrams
Familiar with Board and component layout
Familiar with electronic, electromechanical components
Familiar with Software design languages (JTAG, Arduino and similar languages)
Familiar with Computer interface S/W (Python, ATEasy or similar interface software)
Familiar with design, development, and operating systems that deliver products and services.
PE license
Physical Requirements:

Sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Physical activity may include reaching, walking, grasping, feeling, and talking, hearing and repetitive motion.

Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures.

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Target Salary Range

$51,000 - $82,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

EEO
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran.

Our Values

Benefits
At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We're fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way.

Paid Time-Off and Holidays
Retirement
Life & Disability Insurance
Career Development
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Financing
Paid Parental Leave
Additional Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Care