Satellite Systems Operator/Maintainer II

Aleut Federal LLC; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life insurance

401 (k) and match

Job summary

Aleut Federal LLC is seeking a Satellite System Operator to manage operational SATCOM networks and ensure secure, reliable communications for national objectives. You will assess, plan, and execute payload operations within a secure environment under the Director of Operations.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in SATCOM operations, experience with space operations center processes, and the ability to lead small, defined tasks while working in a team.

Qualifications

• 3 years in SATCOM operations/maintenance.
• Experience in space operations center processes.
• Ability to autonomously perform trained tasks and lead small activities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily on-console payload operations.
• Perform ground system and payload state of health assessments.
• Operate the CPE application for EPS user communications planning.
• Operate the C2 application to provide command and control 24/7/365.
• Support 8, 10, or 12-hour rotational shifts as needed.
• Execute daily mission schedule activities and payload planning.
• Support cryptologic planning functions for EPS CAPS mission.

Skills

SATCOM operations

Ground systems operations

Team collaboration

Education

IAT Level II Certification

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma

CompTIA Security certification

Tools

CPE application

C2 application

Job description

ABOUT ALEUT FEDERAL

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission are just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients and the various branches of the federal government. We engage in local markets, so community service is embedded in our process. Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level. The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

POSITION SUMMARY

In this role, you will manage operational SATCOM networks, assessing and mitigating negative impacts in time‑critical circumstances based on the prioritization of missions/users. You will also assist in providing space‑enabled, secure communications capabilities to polar users in support of national objectives. You will provide assistance and support with telemetry and control, mission planning, and cryptographic planning for the EPS payload. The Satellite System Operator will work directly under the Director of Operations (DO), ensuring seamless, secure, and reliable satellite communications in a secure environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Support daily on-console payload operations.
• Perform ground system and payload state of health assessments.
• Operate the Communications Planning Element (CPE) application to perform communications planning for EPS users
• Operate the Command and Control (C2) application in order to provide command and control of all EPS payloads 24/7/365
• Support operations on 8,10, or 12-hour rotational shifts (depending on operational need).
• Execute daily mission schedule activities and payload planning.
• Support cryptologic planning functions in support of the EPS CAPS mission.
• Provide payload performance monitoring and status updates on outage information and payload health to the customer.
• Assist the Operations Manager with documentation support for contract deliverables.
• Coordinate with the host on payload troubleshooting issues.
• Implementation/development of procedures, data analysis, and other activities on operational/ non-operationally accepted equipment.
• Recommend changes to current/future operations procedures and training documentation in support of EPS‑R.
• Support system engineering and integration assessments on new program requirements.
• Support procedure development, data analysis, and other related activities as directed by management
• Functional Area Monitor (FAM): Responsible for potential oversight and assistance of assigned functional areas (safety, tools, security, administration, records management, etc.)

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Required: IAT Level II Certification upon hire
• CompTIA Security (preferred) or equivalent
• Minimum: High School Diploma
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree
• Demonstrated experience working efficiently in a team environment

EXPERIENCE

• 3 years’ experience in SATCOM operations/maintenance.
• Experience in space operations center processes.
• Capable of autonomously performing all trained tasks, can assist and train others and lead small, scoped activities with known tasks, conditions, and parameters.

PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Real‑time ground systems experience: Proficiency in ground systems o erations for GEO/HEO and LEO spacecraft. Familiarity with Polar Space Orbits preferred.
• Military experience as a Cryptologic Technician or Electronics Technician, Digital Wideband Systems Maintainer, Command and Control Systems Operator, or Satellite Communications System Operator/ Maintainer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb, reach, stretch, kneel, squat.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks or motions for prolonged periods
• Must be able to carry up to 50 pounds at a time and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.
• Must have sufficient physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina to complete various tasks.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces, ascend or descend ladders, and/or traverse scaffolding.
• Must be able to work in personal protective equipment including but not limited to: safety glasses, fall‑protection harness, protective footwear, hard hat, gloves, hearing protection.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is an on‑site position that requires work to be performed on‑site at an Aleut location.
• Working indoors in an office environment.
• Potentially exposed to electrical or mechanical hazards, elevated work areas, and confined spaces.
• Potential exposure to electromagnetic frequency radiation (EMFR).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment background screening.
• Must be able to pass random drug screenings.
• Must possess and be able to maintain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance.
• Must be able to be cleared for base or site access.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must hold and maintain a current IAT Level II CompTIA Security certification (or equivalent)

Salary Range: $85,000-$105,000

We will accept applications for this position until May 25, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• 401 (k) and match

Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.