Satellite Operations Engineer

Peraton•Chantilly, VA

6d•$135,000 - $216,000

About The Position

This position is for a Satellite Operations Engineer for a large contract supporting a cutting-edge and innovative space program. The Satellite Operations Engineer provides Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) services focused on operations of space vehicles and subsystems. This position provides support to the customers execution of the Program with responsibilities that may include, but are not limited to th e following:

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
BS or MS degree in relevant Science, Technology, or Engineering
12+ Years of work experience in a relevant field, ideally on satellite programs (government or commercial)
Expert at defining s olutions for broad, abstract topics, succinctly capturing issues for the customer and proving analysis and recommendations
Ability to work independently and with a team; operating effectively with development contractor, SETA, FFRDC, and government teammates
Polished communicator (written / verbal) with impeccable interpersonal skills and personal judgement
Master at collaboration, coordination, and consensus building
Ability to anticipate and proactively address customer requirements with little to no supervision; ability to manage multiple tasks and deliverables
Knowledge of orbital mechanics and utility of different orbits
Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic and team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

1 6 + years of work experience in a relevant field
Aptitude to quickly acquire new skills and knowledge outside of current expertise
Willingness to communicate assessments of complex issues
Experience as a spacecraft operator

Responsibilities

Support the customer in monitoring operations and maintaining daily status and trending of the operational systems
Provide expert advice concerning operations and anomaly resolution
Develops innovative ways to utilize system architecture
Oversee integration of vehicle and subsystem function and capabilities of delivered systems; provide analysis of schedules, capabilities, and operational needs
Assist in planning and oversight of the government’s system engineering efforts
Review documentation, represent government as in forums that support streamlined delivery of new capabilities and the standardization of integration effects
Strategically review developer’s system designs throughout all phases, including conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs
Liaise daily and as necessary with program office management and partner organizations
Understand operational capabilities, limitations, and operating modes of the overall system and associated subsystems
Review system, subsystem, unit and as-built specifications, and Standard Operating Procedures
Track future development and ongoing factory activities
Attend developer milestone reviews, pre-test and pre-ship reviews, and other meetings as