Primary Function

The Telemetry Technician – Junior performs hands-on installation, configuration, operation, sustainment, and maintenance of fixed and mobile telemetry systems in support of Wallops Range mission requirements. The position supports telemetry operations for aircraft, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), sounding rockets, Expendable Launch Vehicles (ELVs), balloon payloads, ground test articles, and satellites, working under general supervision with increasing independence.

Essential Duties

• Install, configure, assemble, verify, and prepare telemetry systems and subsystems for operational use, transport, and shipment.

• Perform telemetry operations including receiving, decoding, recording, relaying, and display of telemetered data from airborne, space, and ground platforms.

• Operate and sustain fixed and mobile telemetry receiving systems, including single-aperture systems supporting multiple telemetry downlinks.

• Configure telemetry ground systems using existing contractor-managed equipment to support mission-specific requirements, including augmentation to support multiple simultaneous downlinks (up to 12), without system upgrades.

• Operate, monitor, and assist in troubleshooting instrumentation components such as signal amplifiers, conditioners, bit synchronizers, frame synchronizers, telemetry processors, and recording systems.

• Support telemetry data distribution from the Fixed Telemetry Receiving Facility to the Telemetry Readout Facility and other mission-required distribution points, including NASCOM.

• Assist with telemetry best-source selection, decommutation, decoding, processing, and display of telemetry data products at the Telemetry Readout Facility.

• Implement and operate customer-provided data processing and display systems, including associated data communications interfaces, under established procedures.

• Utilize existing copper, coaxial, and fiber-optic interfaces for internal and external data communications.

• Perform preventive maintenance, basic corrective maintenance, and sustainment activities on telemetry systems in accordance with technical documentation and configuration management requirements.

• Accurately document system configurations, operational status, anomalies, and maintenance actions.

• Support mission rehearsals, real-time operations, and post-mission activities as required.

• Participate in required training and certification activities and assist in knowledge transfer to less experienced personnel as directed.

• Comply with safety, security, and mission assurance requirements at all times.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Wallops Range mission operations.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

The Company’s policy is to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship or other protected status. When applicable, the Company’s policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

It is the Company’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, please refer to YHL-21-POL Reasonable Accommodation Policy.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.  Other duties may be assigned. 

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of telemetry systems, RF signal flow, and data acquisition concepts.

• Familiarity with telemetry instrumentation including receivers, amplifiers, bit/frame synchronizers, and telemetry processors.

• Basic understanding of data communications, networking, and signal distribution systems.

• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and standard operating procedures.

• Ability to identify, isolate, and assist in troubleshooting basic system faults.

• Proficiency with computers, telemetry software applications, and data display tools.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in mission-critical, time-sensitive environments.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently with general supervision and as part of a technical operations team.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Associate degree, technical certification, or formal training in electronics, avionics, RF systems, telemetry, or a related technical discipline preferred.

• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience supporting telemetry, RF, avionics, electronics, or instrumentation systems, preferably in a test range, aerospace, or government contracting environment.

• Ability to obtain and maintain required government access credentials and badging.

• Ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and mission-driven schedules as required.

Working Environment

Work is performed in telemetry receiving facilities, readout facilities, laboratories, and outdoor operational areas at Wallops Range. Duties may include exposure to electrical equipment, RF systems, moderate noise levels, and varying weather conditions when supporting mobile or outdoor systems.

The Company’s policy is to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship or other protected status. When applicable, the Company’s policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

It is the Company’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, please refer to YHL-21-POL Reasonable Accommodation Policy.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.  Other duties may be assigned. 

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.
 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
 
The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
 
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.