Satellite Operator I

Infinity Systems Engineering Llc; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Infinity Systems Engineering Llc seeks a Satellite Operator I to perform TT&C for MILSATCOM satellites in a 24/7 SOC environment from Oxnard, CA. Expect real-time commanding, data capture, and coordination with the 10 SOPS for satellite contacts. The role requires relocation to Pt.

Mugu, CA for training and potential MUOS systems work. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with 2+ years in military satellite operations and be able to work rotating 8-hour shifts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 2+ years in military satellite ops.
• Experience with Satellite Operations and real-time C2 environments.
• Willingness to relocate to 10 SOPS Pt. Mugu, CA for training and assignment.

Responsibilities

• Perform TT&C for assigned MILSATCOM satellites.
• Interact with spacecraft and ground network during real-time ops.
• Plan and schedule missions to meet satellite contacts.
• Monitor spacecraft and instrument performance; detect anomalies.
• Record events and report readiness to management.

Skills

Satellite Operations

TT&C operations

Shift work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ground equipment

Job description

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Satellite Operator I

Full Time Oxnard, CA, US

Position Overview

Perform satellite Command and Control (C2) of the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) systems for the 10 th Space Operations Squadron (10 SOPS). The Satellite Operator is responsible for real-time interactive spacecraft commanding and data capture activities for assigned satellite contacts, configuring ground equipment before satellite contacts, and responding to ground system alarms. The Satellite Operator will report directly to the Operations Lead through the assigned Shift Lead while on shift duties in the Satellite Operations Center (SOC). The Satellite Operator also documents operational events during the shift and informs the Satellite Operations Center Watch Captain (SWC) of any alarms. The SOC is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week including weekends and holidays, and the Satellite Operator will support rotating 8-hour shifts.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform Telemetry, Tracking, and Commanding (TT&C) functions for assigned satellites
• Perform activities that directly interact with the spacecraft and the ground network during real-time support
• Perform Mission Planning and Scheduling activities to ensure satellite contacts are met
• Monitor tactical spacecraft performance and detect anomalies
• Monitor payload performance including science instruments and any instrument support subsystems during real-time operations
• Ensure ground systems network assets are available, functioning and configured to support mission requirements
• Record mission anomalies and prepare reports to inform 10 SOPS management of current readiness of the ground system and all on-orbit system

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with military Satellite Operations
• Experienced in Command and Control of a Satellite Constellation
• Must be able to relocate to 10 SOPS Pt. Mugu CA to attend/complete Legacy systems and Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) training; complete Satellite Operator Master Task Lists (MTL)
• Attend and pass the Satellite Operator Qualification Board; with assignment to 10 SOPS, Point Mugu, CA

Education

Bachelor's degree or a combination of experience/education in lieu of degree; 2+ years' experience performing military satellite operations.

Travel

Occasional travel to support 10 SOPS satellite operations

Clearance Requirement

Secret Clearance (Active)

Infinity Benefits

This position is governed by the Union CBA. Infinity provides all benefits that comply with the CBA agreement, to include medical, dental, and vision.