Real-Time Satellite Operations Specialist

KBR Careers; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR seeks a Junior Satellite Operations Specialist to join our space and satellite operations team at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. You will perform real-time satellite contacts and configure ground equipment across pre-pass, pass and post-pass periods, supporting mission planning and readiness.

Responsibilities include scheduling, data analysis, anomaly resolution, and developing mission documentation. Must be able to work rotating shifts and contribute to complex space operations in a

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 2-5 years satellite ops experience (or related military ops).
• Ability to work rotating shifts including holidays/weekends.
• Experience with multiple satellite families in different orbits (LEO/HEO/GEO) is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform real-time satellite contacts and configure ground equipment during pre-pass, pass and post-pass.
• Support mission planning, readiness, execution and evaluation for launch, OD and disposal phases.
• Schedule data trending and analysis, real-time ops, and anomaly resolution.
• Develop and maintain mission-specific documentation (procedures, handbooks, support plans, OD, test plans).
• Conduct conflict resolution to support acquisition, tracking, commanding, control, and telemetry data acquisition.

Skills

TS clearance with SCI eligibility

Satellite operations experience

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Shift work availability

Space ops experience (5+ yrs)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

KBR seeks a Junior Satellite Operations Specialist to join our space and satellite operations team at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. You will perform real-time satellite contacts and configure ground equipment across pre-pass, pass and post-pass periods, supporting mission planning and readiness.

Responsibilities include scheduling, data analysis, anomaly resolution, and developing mission documentation. Must be able to work rotating shifts and contribute to complex space operations in a