Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS) SME

ERT, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

ERT, Inc. is seeking a Defense Satellite Communications System SME to support the US Space Force in Colorado Springs, CO. This full-time position focuses on operations, maintenance, and modernization of satellite communications systems. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of specific experience in satellite control and operations, alongside a US Active Top Secret clearance. The salary range for this position is $125,000 to $175,000 with benefits included.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in DSCS satellite control and operations.
• Active US Top Secret clearance required.
• Ability to travel for technical meetings and support as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support technical assistance regarding the DSCS satellite.
• Perform analysis related to RSCCE operations.
• Provide informal training on DSCS systems.

Skills

Top Secret Clearance

Satellite Control

RSCCE Ground System Operations

Technical Assistance

Payload Operations

Training

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS) SME

Job ID: 2025-9355

Type: Full Time W/Benefits Ret Match

Location: US-CO-Colorado Springs

Security Clearance: Top Secret

Overview

Position is contingent upon contract award and funding.

Sev1Tech is seeking a Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS) SME to support the US Space Force, Space Operations Command (SpOC), Space Delta 8. Space Delta 8 is the SATCOM war‑fighting lead for the US Space Force and leads the operation, maintenance, and modernization of the Wideband Global SATCOM System (WGS) with points of presence located at multiple sites CONUS and OCONUS, providing the day‑to‑day operational support needed to manage DoD’s satellite communications capabilities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supporting the technical assistance, analysis, and informal training related to the DSCS satellite and the RSCCE.

Salary range: $125,000.00 – $175,000.00

Minimum Qualifications

• US Active Top Secret (or TS/SCI) level clearance (eligible for immediate adjudication by the cognizant security authority)
• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 10 years experience specific to DSCS satellite control, payload operations and RSCCE ground system operations and maintenance
• This role requires travel as necessary to support requirements at other sites, as well as technical meetings.

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affitive Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.