Senior Ground Terminal Operator — 24x7 Satellite Ops (TS/SCI)

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Ground Terminal (GT) Operator in Aurora, CO to perform operational control and monitoring of satellite Ground Terminals and related interfaces.

You will use GT software and monitoring tools to ensure mission performance within specified parameters. Responsibilities include monitoring GT status, reporting anomalies, coordinating troubleshooting with Tier-2, and maintaining accurate logs.

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent technical education required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in satellite ground terminals or related field.
• Must hold TS/SCI with polygraph clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control satellite Ground Terminals and GT system C2, data path, and related hardware/software.
• Maintain situational awareness; monitor alarms, interfaces, and environmental conditions.
• Generate Discrepancy Reports (DIPs) for malfunctions or anomalies; coordinate with Tier-2 maintenance.
• Document shift events, system status, anomalies, and actions in logs; report issues to stakeholders.
• Escalate mission-impacting conditions and support timely resolution.

Skills

Radio Frequency Communications

RF Systems

Telecommunication Systems

Education

BA/BS or equivalent technical education

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. is seeking a Ground Terminal (GT) Operator in Aurora, CO to perform operational control and monitoring of satellite Ground Terminals and related interfaces.

You will use GT software and monitoring tools to ensure mission performance within specified parameters. Responsibilities include monitoring GT status, reporting anomalies, coordinating troubleshooting with Tier-2, and maintaining accurate logs.