Network Administrator - Ground System Specialist

Infinity Systems Engineering; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) company contribution

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Profit sharing

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Infinity seeks a Network Administrator (Ground System Specialist) to maintain and optimize the OCX network infrastructure, ensuring secure, high-performance connectivity for satellite operations. You will monitor circuits, troubleshoot performance issues, and support system upgrades while maintaining certifications and supporting mission-critical tasks.

The role requires 2+ years in GPS/DoD satellite operations, a Bachelor’s in engineering/IT (or equivalent), and Security+ IAT II.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering/IT.
• 2+ years of relevant DoD satellite and GPS operations experience.
• CompTIA Security+ (IAT Level II) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, configure, and optimize the OCX network infrastructure for secure, reliable connectivity.
• Monitor communications circuits and ground system operations to ensure mission readiness.
• Troubleshoot network performance issues and coordinate system upgrades.
• Support cross-domain solutions and high-speed guard operations.
• Remain trained and certified for Ground System Specialist tasks.

Skills

GPS operations

DoD satellite operations

Network troubleshooting

Documentation skills

Security+ IAT II

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or IT

Equivalent experience

Tools

GPS control segment software

Job description

Infinity's niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world. We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE -- now, come be more with us!

Job Summary:

The Network Administrator (also known as a Ground System Specialist on this contract) is responsible for maintaining, configuring, and optimizing the Next Generation Operational Control Segment (OCX) system's network infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity. This role involves troubleshooting network issues, implementing security measures, and supporting system upgrades.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct OCX ground system monitoring operations in a normal 40 hour work week.
• Monitor all communication circuits continuously including, but not limited to, operational circuits, OCX remote sites and satellite vehicle contractor interfaces.
• Monitor network performance and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Analyze and isolate all communications-related malfunctions and reconfigure ground systems equipment as required to maintain mission operations per published technical orders.
• Ensure health and operations of ground equipment as well as remote site and external interface connections.
• Monitors ground equipment status and sends directions, as needed, to correct problems.
• Monitors and assists in maintaining Cross Domain Solution/High Speed Guard.
• Remain trained and fully certified for GSS tasks.
• Monitor and coordinate the status of all GPS ground systems and communication lines, into and out of the OCX MCS, TSF and AMCS.
• Support all troubleshooting activities until anomalous conditions are correctly resolved and operations are restored to normal status.
• Conduct mission operations transfer procedures between the MCS and AMCS and relocate to the back-up location (Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA), as required.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Information Technology related field (desired) or equivalent combination of experience in lieu of degree.

Experience:

2+ years of relevant experience

• Clearance Requirement: Secret (Required), Top Secret (Desired)

Minimum Skills Required

• 3-5 years of relevant experience with GPS or DoD satellite operations and communication circuits.
• Prior experience with GPS control segment operations and GPS-type software.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve network performance issues efficiently.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• CompTIA Security+ (IAT Level II)

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in a DoD, aerospace, or defense industry environment.
• Experience in a DoD, aerospace, or defense industry environment.
• Previous OCX experience.
• Previous AEP experience.

Work environment/Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a data center environment with occasional visits to server rooms or remote locations.
• Occasional travel may be required for system deployments, maintenance, or support

Work Schedule

The current contract is through 30 November, 2026, with a potential for follow-on work. Overtime may be required depending on operational needs.

Infinity Benefits

• Great Company Culture. Infinity firmly believes that our success is due to the happiness and personal satisfaction of our employees.
• Health Benefits. 100% Company Paid monthly Medical premiums for you AND your family.
• Prepare for the Future. 401(k) company contribution, with free p ofessional financial planning advisors
• Rest and Relaxation. Three weeks' Vacation -- and we offer an annual company reward trip after one year of employment.
• Health and Wellness. We offer 48 hours of sick leave, in addition to your Vacation, as well as Flex-Spending options (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Work that Stays at Work. Genuine work/life balance and flexibility. We know our employees have lives outside of work and we support you in living them!
• Education and Professional Training Reimbursement. We support our employees career aspirations and growth through our Education Reimbursement Program!
• Profit Sharing Plan. Infinity's success is due to our employees which is why all eligible employees receive an annual payout based on our Profit-Sharing Plan.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

EOE including disability/vet

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit: Infinity Careers (https://www.infinity.aero/careers)

• Anticipated Close Date: This will be posted for a minimum of 10 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.