ISS Payload Communications Lead — Console Operator

Teledyne Brown Engineering, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated seeks a Payload Communications Manager (Paycom) Console Operator to serve as the primary voice between the ground and ISS crew for payload operations. You will support the POIC, coordinate with PDs and IPs, and maintain critical communications during complex, high-pressure missions.

The role requires the ability to lead teams, strong English communication, typing proficiency, and willingness to work rotating shifts, with occasional travel. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. in engineering or science or equivalent experience; 0–2 years preferred.
• US citizenship with ability to obtain/maintain government security clearance.
• Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required.
• Basic knowledge of ISO/AS9100; Lean Manufacturing/6 Sigma/Kaizen.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Paycom in ISS operations, coordinating Space-to-Ground communications with crew.
• Log payload-related voice and data traffic and coordinate S/G enablement.
• Facilitate ISS Payload Crew Training and participate in procedures reviews.
• Represent the Paycom Group at ISS meetings (MEP, Training Panel, planning meetings).
• Provide office and console support; shift rotations including early/late shifts and some weekends.

Skills

Team leadership

Verbal communication

Typing

Shift work

Attention to detail

Education

B.S. in engineering or science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated seeks a Payload Communications Manager (Paycom) Console Operator to serve as the primary voice between the ground and ISS crew for payload operations. You will support the POIC, coordinate with PDs and IPs, and maintain critical communications during complex, high-pressure missions.

The role requires the ability to lead teams, strong English communication, typing proficiency, and willingness to work rotating shifts, with occasional travel. A U.S.