Satellite Ground Terminal Operator
About The Position
Peraton is hiring a cleared Satellite Ground Terminal Operator to join a multidisciplinary team developing a next-generation satellite terminal for a mission-critical Space and Intelligence Program. The role supports 24/7 operations and management of satellite Command & Control (C2) antennas and requires expert application of technical principles to a wide range of operational problems. Working under general direction, the operator provides technical monitoring and independently develops approaches to solutions. The position supports a non-rotating third-shift, eight-hour schedule in a dynamic 24/7 operational environment; occasional work outside scheduled hours may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience, or an associate degree and at least 4 years of experience; alternatively, a high school diploma and at least 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
- A TS/SCI with polygraph clearance; ability to sit for and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment or at the customer’s request.
- At least 1 year of crew experience in an operational environment.
- Knowledge of Space Domain Operations.
- Willingness to work non-standard hours based on mission requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Crew experience in Space, DoD, Intelligence, or an Operations Center environment is highly desired.
- Active TS/SCI with polygraph.
- Experience as a Satellite Controller or Satellite Communications Technician.
- Understanding of radio frequency fundamentals.
- Satellite C2 operations experience using satellite ground terminals or antennas.
- CompTIA Security+ certification.
- Experience using Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation.
- Excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Support 24/7 operations and management of a system of satellite Command & Control antennas.
- Coordinate with satellite owners and operators to report real-time operational status, resolve issues, and support anomaly resolution.
- Maintain an up-to-date, complete picture of satellite command and control operations, schedules, system status, and system availability.
- Detect, record, and support isolation of system failures.
- Ensure network capability through secure data transmission services.
- Coordinate factory support, recurring maintenance, and compliance inspections.
- Provide technical monitoring for a wide range of difficult problems and independently determine and develop approaches to solutions.
Benefits
- Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
