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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Facilities Controls Design Engineer - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Monrovia, CA, United States - **Salary:** $86,000.0 - $138,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), CAN Bus, Communications Protocols, Computer Networks, Transistor, Python (Programming Language), Ladder Logic, Modbus, Subsystems, Building Management System (BMS), Metasys, Control Structures, Bacnet - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=aa02c6ab0d05bd7c ## About the Role * 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD * Are able to obtain a trusted background check and pass a National Criminal Information Check (NCIC). In order to obtain a clearance, you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship. * Demonstrated experience with at least one general-purpose programming language (e.g. Assembly, C, C++, Python, etc.) * Demonstrated experience with linear electrical/electronic components (resistors, capacitors, relays), electro-mechanical components (actuators, AC/DC motors, VFD or VSD, motor controllers), serial and parallel communication protocols (I2C, Modbus, CAN bus, BACnet) * Basic understanding with Building Management System (BMS) such as ALC and Carrier system such as Johnson Metasys * Basic understanding of various sensor equipment (pressure, flow, voltage, current), analog and discrete inputs/outputs (I/O), Ladder logic/PLC programming, and computer networking. Desired Qualifications: * Masters Degree. * Engineer in Training (EIT) Certification or Professional Engineering (PE) License. * Project Manager Professional (PMP) Certification * Basic understanding of AC power, especially medium voltage, UPS's, protection devices * Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles (torque, moment of inertia, etc.) * Basic understanding of HVAC components (fans, compressors, chillers, dampers, actuators) * Basic understanding of non-linear electrical/electronic components (transistors, diodes, AC-DC/DC-AC converters/inverters) * Basic understanding of project/task management * Able to multi-task, adapt to change quickly, are an analytical thinker and are detail oriented. * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Able to work independently with minimal direction * Seeks out answers and the people who can provide them * Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus ## Description Peraton is seeking a Controls Design Engineer to join our team in Monrovia, California to support our Deep Space Network (DSN) program with JPL and NASA. The Deep Space Network is NASA's international array of giant radio antennas that supports interplanetary spacecraft missions, plus a few that orbit Earth. The DSN also provides radar and radio astronomy observations that improve our understanding of the solar system and the larger universe. The antennas of the Deep Space Network are the indispensable link to explorers venturing beyond the moon. They provide the crucial connection for commanding our spacecraft and receiving their never before seen images and scientific information on Earth, propelling our understanding of the universe, our solar system and ultimately, our place within it. Develop innovative technical solutions to complex problems and make recommendations for improvement to sustain and support the development of the various assemblies in the Facilities and Antenna Subsystems serving NASA's Deep Space Communications Complexes (DSCCs) in Australia, Spain and California., * Oversee all aspects of design, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and installation of controls equipment for the DSN facilities and antennas * Perform a wide variety of difficult and highly complex engineering, design, analysis, or other technical tasks utilizing current technology and available standards, templates and cataloged products * Provide engineering support to facilities systems; driving upgrade projects from concept to completion, as required for continuous improvement of the facilities systems to ensure that support and services of the department meet the highest quality of standards, safety and performance * Closely work with the Mechanical (HVAC), Electrical, Fiber Optic and Fire Protection project design team members * Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed. * Interpret client requirements, identify and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget. * Coordinate design elements with other design disciplines * Create and finalize designs to meet project requirements. * Provide technical support to customers. * Commission customized products and systems onsite and at customer facilities ensure working as designed * Document, report and generate user manuals, installation procedures, test procedures, etc. ## Related Videos - [A Hitchhikers Guide to Container Security - Automotive Edition 2024](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1119-a-hitchhikers-guide-to-container-security-automotive-edition-2024) - [Optimizing Land-Based Fish Feeding with Node-RED](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2032-optimizing-land-based-fish-feeding-with-node-red) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Enabling intelligent logistics automation: home-grown Industrial IoT platform at Austrian Post](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2018-enabling-intelligent-logistics-automation-home-grown-industrial-iot-platform-at-austrian-post) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)