Entry-Level Electrical Engineer

Peraton Labs is looking for a highly analytical and detail oriented Junior Electrical Engineer to join our team. This entry-level position is perfect for a recent graduate who thrives on uncovering the intricate workings of electronic devices. You will play a crucial role in meticulously mapping out electrical designs, analyzing communication signals, and quantifying RF characteristics to explain how devices operate. This role demands a curious mind, a meticulous approach, and the ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear, comprehensive reports for our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Characterize and document electronic systems: Research circuit components, create detailed schematics and perform laboratory environment time and frequency domain tests and measurements to understand circuit functions and device operational purpose.
• Analyze communication bus protocols: Work with various digital communication protocols like SPI, I2C, and UART to understand data flow within devices.
• Characterize RF signals: Measure and analyze radio frequency (RF) signals from electronic devices to identify physical layer characteristics such as basic modulation schemes, operating frequencies, occupied bandwidths, transmission power, etc.
• Decode modulation: Support the analysis and decoding of different RF modulation types to extract data and understand signal encoding.
• Contribute to technical reports: Integrate device characterization data and analysis summaries into coherent and comprehensive reports and briefings for customers.
• Research emerging technologies: Stay current with new electronic technologies and analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with experts: Work alongside skilled engineers and subject matter experts to tackle challenging problems and find solutions.

Required:

• US citizen with active Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, or related field; no postgraduate experience is required
• Proficiency in interpreting and understanding electronic schematics
• Solid understanding of electronic components and their functions, with an emphasis on analyzing electronic circuits
• Hands-on experience using laboratory benchtop equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and signal generators, from academic projects or internships
• A foundational understanding of RF communications
• Academic or project-based experience with communication bus protocols such as SPI, I2C, and UART
• Capable of performing basic RF measurements (e.g., occupied bandwidth, average power) using standard test equipment
• Capable of writing complex technical reports

Desired:

• ABET BSE in Electrical Engineering
• Familiarity with IED and/or UXS techniques, tactics, and procedures (TTP)
• Understanding of programming languages