Junior Ground Terminal Operator | TS/SCI + Poly

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24x7 operations (Aurora, CO only)

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) in Aurora, CO seeks a Ground Terminal Operator to perform operational control and monitoring of satellite Ground Terminals and related interfaces. You will use approved procedures, GT software, and monitoring tools to ensure mission performance and continuity.

Responsibilities include detecting anomalies, coordinating troubleshooting, and maintaining detailed operation logs.

Qualifications

• Education: HS/GED or equivalent technical education, training, or expertise.
• Experience: 2+ years of related experience.
• Security clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph
• US citizenship: Yes
• Role: Full time / onsite at Government facility

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor the operational status of assigned satellite GTs and associated GT system C2, data path, and MUE/IT hardware and software to ensure availability.
• Monitor GT system status, alarms, interfaces, communications, and conditions to identify anomalies or required action.
• Assess weather and environmental conditions affecting GT operations using radar, weather and mission support information.
• Generate Discrepancy Reports (DIPs) for any malfunction or anomaly.
• Resolve GT operational issues using approved procedures and GT software.
• Coordinate with GT Tier-2 maintenance to troubleshoot and restore performance.
• Document shift events, system status, anomalies, and actions in logs.
• Communicate mission-impacting conditions to appropriate personnel and escalate as needed.
• Maintain situational awareness for continuous mission operations.

Skills

Radio Frequency Communications

RF Systems

Telecommunication Systems

Education

HS/GED or equivalent technical education

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) in Aurora, CO seeks a Ground Terminal Operator to perform operational control and monitoring of satellite Ground Terminals and related interfaces. You will use approved procedures, GT software, and monitoring tools to ensure mission performance and continuity.

Responsibilities include detecting anomalies, coordinating troubleshooting, and maintaining detailed operation logs.