Satellite Ground Terminal Operator — 24x7 Onsite

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24x7 operations (Aurora, CO)

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 C2 systems, ensuring mission performance and continuity. This role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, U.S.

citizenship, and 4+ years of related experience. You will monitor GT status, alarms, and weather, generate reports, coordinate with Tier-2 maintenance, and maintain shift logs.

Qualifications

• Experience with satellite Ground Terminals operations or similar mission-critical environments.
• Ability to monitor system status, document events, and coordinate troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of RF communications principles and monitoring tools used in GT operations.
• Experience maintaining operational logs and shift records.

Responsibilities

• Control and monitor Ground Terminals and GT system components to ensure mission availability.
• Monitor alarms, interfaces, and environmental conditions to identify anomalies.
• Coordinate troubleshooting with Tier-2 support and maintenance personnel.
• Document shift events, system status, and operational actions in logs.
• Communicate mission-impacting conditions to appropriate personnel and escalate as needed.

Skills

Radio Frequency Communications

RF Systems

System Performance

Telecommunication Systems

Education

BA/BS 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 C2 systems, ensuring mission performance and continuity. This role requires TS/SCI with polygraph, U.S.

citizenship, and 4+ years of related experience. You will monitor GT status, alarms, and weather, generate reports, coordinate with Tier-2 maintenance, and maintain shift logs.