Cleared Satellite Ground Terminal Controller (3rd Shift)

Peraton; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a cleared Satellite Ground Terminal Operator to join a space and intelligence program, supporting 24/7 operations and a network of C2 antennas. The role requires TS/SCI with poly and a relevant degree or equivalent experience.

You will coordinate with satellite owners, monitor systems, and resolve anomalies, with a third shift expectation. Ideal candidates have 1+ year operational crew experience and knowledge of Space Domain Operations, willing to work non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years of experience, or Associates +4 years. High School diploma +6 years if no degree.
• TS/SCI with poly; ability to sit for poly and pass polygraph within 30 days.
• 1+ year of crew experience in an operational environment (Space/DoD/Intel).
• Knowledge of Space Domain Operations.

Responsibilities

• Supports 24x7 operations and management for a system of satellite C2 antennas.
• Coordinates with satellite owners/operators for real-time status reporting and issue resolution.
• Maintains a complete picture of activities including schedules and system availability; detects and supports isolation of failures.
• Ensures proper network capability via secure data transmission services.
• Coordinates factory support, maintenance, and compliance inspections.
• Provides technical monitoring and develops approaches to difficult problems.

Skills

TS/SCI with poly

Space Domain Ops

Operational environment

Non-standard hours

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associates degree +4 years

High School diploma +6 years

Tools

RHEL Workstation

Job description

Peraton is seeking a cleared Satellite Ground Terminal Operator to join a space and intelligence program, supporting 24/7 operations and a network of C2 antennas. The role requires TS/SCI with poly and a relevant degree or equivalent experience.

You will coordinate with satellite owners, monitor systems, and resolve anomalies, with a third shift expectation. Ideal candidates have 1+ year operational crew experience and knowledge of Space Domain Operations, willing to work non-standard hours.