OSSE Space Ops and Sustainment Support - Engineering
About The Position
Seeking a Space Operations & Sustainment Engineer for satellite Operations and Maintenance (O&M) positions. This role provides engineering support in a dynamic and diverse environment to ensure seamless execution of critical software and hardware systems. The selected candidate will join a skilled O&M team working in a 24/7 operations environment. The O&M team is responsible for all aspects of Operations Planning and Command and Control, including monitoring day-to-day activities as well as identifying and solving challenging problems as they occur. After completion of comprehensive on-the-job training, the candidate will be part of a certified team of subject matter experts that are integral to our customer's success. Work in an adaptable small team environment (3-7 people.) The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
Requirements
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience.
- Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.
- Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- Experience in problem solving in time-critical situations.
- Experience implementing technical instructions or procedures documents.
- A current, active Top Secret/SCI Polygraph security clearance is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree (STEM preferred) and a minimum of 4 years relevant experience.
- Providing/receiving training to/from a wide range of learning/teaching styles.
- Virtual team environment.
- Windows and UNIX platform.
- Perl, Python, VBA, and/or other scripting languages.
- Microsoft Office suite.
Responsibilities
- Create and/or implement a daily operations plan using complex software and hardware systems.
- Obtain/maintain technical knowledge of a large repository of formal procedures with the responsibility to accurately select and apply the correct procedure(s) depending on the specific scenario at hand.
- Obtain/apply technical knowledge on various hardware subsystems.
- Document discrepancies as they occur.
- Implement workarounds and contingency plans to minimize impacts of system anomalies.
- Develop contingency response plans to ensure system safety as well as design and test techniques and tactics for ensuring mission safety.
- Contribute to the testing, readiness, training, and implementation of new ground software deliveries.
- Cross-train in other operator positions as assigned and assist with training of other personnel on the contract team.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company.
- Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental leave
- military leave
- bereavement leave
- any applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
