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Jr. level / Software Engineer / Space Communications Program

Peraton

Las Cruces, NM
Full Time
Entry Level
51k-82k
20 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Peraton has an immediate opening for a junior level Software Engineer who will join our team at the White Sands Complex in Las Cruces, NM. The role involves software requirements gathering, design, development, troubleshooting, and debugging within a space communications environment supporting NASA's satellite ground terminals and data relay systems. The position contributes to ensuring uninterrupted satellite communications and data distribution for scientific and operational purposes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Performs systems modeling, simulation and analysis to provide telemetry, tracking, and command software solutions.
  • Provides input for documentation of new or existing programs to ensure information accessibility.
  • Participates in designing, developing, troubleshooting and analyzing software programs that operate with hardware systems.
  • Assists in customizing purchased applications and maintaining program libraries and manuals based on research and customer needs.
  • Provides feedback and reports to management on the status and availability of software and hardware to ensure proper functioning.
  • Works with customer(s) to provide hands-on first level support.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or related technical field.
  • 0-2 years of relevant experience.
  • Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.
  • Must be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in software engineering with OpenVMS, Linux, or Windows operating systems.
  • Experience with SQL databases.
  • Experience working with object-oriented coding languages such as Ada, C++, or Java.
  • Experience working with software design principles.
  • Willingness to learn and remain agile in a dynamic environment.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills for design, creation, and testing of software.
  • Interpersonal skills to interact with customers and team members.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or related technical field.
  • 0-2 years of relevant experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Benefits & Perks

  • Target salary range of $51,000 - $82,000 based on experience and other factors.

Working at Peraton

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to space. It is a leading mission capability integrator and enterprise IT provider, delivering trusted solutions and technologies to protect the nation and allies. The company operates across all domains—land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace—and supports government agencies and the U.S. armed forces, solving challenging problems to keep people safe and secure.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 14, 2025
Salary51k-82k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceEntry Level

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About Peraton

Website

peraton.com

Location

Las Cruces, NM

Industry

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

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