Satellite Operations Specialist

a.i. solutions, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 67,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range $67,000–$92,000

401k Safe Harbor Plan

Paid parental leave

Life/AD&D

Tuition Assistance

Wellness programs

Mental Health Therapy

Job summary

a.i. solutions, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Operations Specialist to train on experimental satellite systems at Kirtland AFB, NM.

You will support readiness, planning, execution and evaluation for launch, early orbit operations, on-orbit ops and end-of-life disposal. The role requires an active DoD Top Secret clearance and an Associate's degree in a technical field, with experience in PERL, C#, C, or C++.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain SCI eligibility.
• Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with PERL, C#, C, or C++ a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support readiness, planning, preparation, execution and evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations.
• Analyze activities for ground and spacecraft operational systems.
• Issue commands and instructions to tracking stations.
• Support user and customer interface meetings, exercises and rehearsals.
• Perform mission planning, data trending, real-time operations and anomaly resolution.
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift.

Skills

DoD Top Secret clearance

Technical background

Education

Associates degree in technical field

Tools

PERL

C#

C

C++

Job description

a.i. solutions, Inc. is looking for a highly-motivated individual to train as an Operations Specialist on experimental satellite systems. The Satellite Operations Specialist will support Concept Exploration, Mission Readiness and Satellite Operations for unique, one-of-a-kind satellite systems at Kirtland AFB, NM. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to embrace the a.i. solutions mission and work to continually exceed the expectations of our customers.

• Support system readiness, planning, preparation, execution and evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations, on-orbit operations and end-of-life retirement/disposal
• Analyze activities associated with both ground operational systems and spacecraft operational systems
• Issue commands, directives and other instructions to fixed, deployable and mobile tracking stations
• Support user and customer interface meetings, exercises and rehearsals
• Function as a Satellite Vehicle Specialist and support system readiness, planning, preparation, execution and evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations, on-orbit operations and end-of-life retirement and disposal
• Perform mission and pre-pass planning, scheduling, data trending and analysis, real-time operations, and spacecraft anomaly resolution
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently possess an active DoD Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain SCI eligibility prior to start
• Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience

Desired Background:

• Ability to quickly connect in-person and in writing, and to actively listen and perceive the needs, values or opinions of others
• Demonstrated leadership accomplishments professionally and personally
• Proactivity in identifying and addressing challenges to include innovations that result in positive organizational impact
• Experience with PERL, C#, C, C++ or other languages
• Experience with operations, intel or IT

MAKE A MOVE, MAKE AN IMPACT.

a.i. solutions was founded over 30 years ago with a mission to MAKE AN IMPACT by exceeding expectations. A move to our team means using your passion and ingenuity to MAKE AN IMPACT through innovations, defending national security, and enabling access to space. MAKE A MOVE, to join a team driven by a shared ambition, and rewarded for individual contributions.

BENEFITS THAT MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Salary ranges from $67,000 to $92,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.
• 401k Safe Harbor Plan, we contribute on Day #1
• Paid Parental leave for Mom & Dad
• Company Paid Life/AD&D
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness plans that reward wellbeing & work life harmony
• Free Mental Health Therapy

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