Satellite Ground Terminal Operator (TS/SCI) — 3rd Shift

Peraton; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a cleared Satellite Ground Terminal Operator to join our Space and Intelligence Program in a high-availability, 24/7 operations environment. The role requires TS/SCI with poly and solid operational experience in satellite C2 contexts.

You will support 24x7 operations, coordinate with satellite owners for real-time status, resolve anomalies, and maintain secure, reliable communications across terminals and networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years of experience, or an Associate's with 4+ years; or HS diploma with 6+ years of experience.
• TS/SCI with poly; ability to sit for and pass poly within 30 days of employment or per customer request.
• 1+ year of crew experience in an operational environment (Space/DoD/Intel).
• Knowledge of Space Domain Operations.
• Willingness to work non-standard hours based on mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supports 24x7 operations and management for a system of satellite C2 antennas.
• Coordinates with satellite owner/operators for real-time status reporting and anomaly resolution.
• Maintains an up-to-date picture of activities including command and control operations, schedules, system status, and availability; detects and isolates failures.
• Ensures secure data transmission and network capability.
• Coordinates factory support, maintenance, and compliance inspections.
• Provides expert-level technical monitoring and independent problem-solving.

Skills

Space Domain Operations

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associates degree

High School diploma

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Job description

Peraton seeks a cleared Satellite Ground Terminal Operator to join our Space and Intelligence Program in a high-availability, 24/7 operations environment. The role requires TS/SCI with poly and solid operational experience in satellite C2 contexts.

You will support 24x7 operations, coordinate with satellite owners for real-time status, resolve anomalies, and maintain secure, reliable communications across terminals and networks.