TS/SCI Spacecraft Operations Controller (Real-Time)

Peraton; Las Cruces (NM); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Peraton in the United States is seeking an Aerospace Spacecraft Operations Controller to join the Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) aerospace team at the LMOC in WSC. You will execute real-time payload commands, monitor telemetry, manage ground control systems, and ensure spacecraft health throughout its lifecycle.

The role requires active Top Secret clearance, US citizenship, ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, and proven problem-solving with

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility
• US citizenship and proof of citizenship
• Ability to access government worksite
• BS/BA in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering with 5 years’ experience or AS/AA with 6 years’ experience; HS with 9 years’ related experience accepted
• Experience in satellite operations or military command/control, intelligence, or operations management
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including 24/7 mission support, weekends, holidays, and overtime
• Strict adherence to technical procedures, checklists, and contingency plans
• Effective teamwork in high-stakes environments and clear written/verbal communication

Responsabilités

• Real-Time Operations: console operator for real-time satellite payload contacts and ground equipment control during pre-pass, pass, and post-pass
• Lifecycle Support: readiness, mission planning, execution, and evaluation from on-orbit operations to end-of-life disposal
• Data & Mission Analysis: task scheduling, data trending, performance analysis, and anomaly resolution
• Documentation & Procedures: develop and maintain SOPs, on-console handbooks, support plans, and test plans
• Conflict Resolution: resolve real-time conflicts to optimize acquisition, tracking, commanding, and telemetry across multiple customers
• Anomaly Response: implement response plans during critical events and lead recovery actions
• Systems Evaluation: monitor spacecraft, payload, and ground systems to ensure safety and mission compliance
• Shift Structure: support rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays

Connaissances

Problem solving

Procedural adherence

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

BS/BA in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering

AS/AA in technical field

HS with 9 years related experience

Outils

Satellite ground systems

Telemetry architectures

Satellite tracking networks

Description du poste

Peraton in the United States is seeking an Aerospace Spacecraft Operations Controller to join the Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) aerospace team at the LMOC in WSC. You will execute real-time payload commands, monitor telemetry, manage ground control systems, and ensure spacecraft health throughout its lifecycle.

The role requires active Top Secret clearance, US citizenship, ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, and proven problem-solving with