Satellite Ground Terminal Operator

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face.

About the role

Peraton has an exciting opportunity for a cleared Satellite Ground Terminal Operator to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary team, developing a next generation satellite terminal on a mission critical Space and Intelligence Program.

Responsibilities

• Supports 24x7 operations and management for a system of satellite Command & Control (C2) antennas
• Coordinates with satellite owner/operators to provide real-time operational status reporting, resolve issues, and support anomaly resolution activities
• Establishes and maintains an up-to-date and complete picture of activities to include satellite command and control operations, schedules, system status, and system availability
• Detects, records, and supports the isolation of system failures
• Ensures proper network capability via secure data transmission services
• Coordinates factory support, recurring maintenance, and compliance inspections
• Expert level with a complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts
• Working under only general direction, provides technical monitoring to a wide range of difficult problems
• Independently determines and develops approach to solutions
• Supports third shift on a non-rotating 8-hour shift schedule in a dynamic 24/7 operational environment
• Occasional work may be required outside those times

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience or an Associates degree with 4 years of experience. In lieu of degree, a High School diploma and 6 or more years of experience is required.
• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance (ability to sit for the poly and pass within 30 days of employment or at customer’s request)
• One (1) or more years of crew experience in an operational environment (Space, DoD, Intel, Operations Center Crew experience is highly desired)
• Knowledge of Space Domain Operations
• Willingness to work non-standard work hours based on mission requirements

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Poly (desired)
• Experience as a Satellite Controller or Satellite Communications Technician
• Understanding of Radio Frequency fundamentals
• Satellite C2 operations experience with operating satellite ground terminals/antennas
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Experience using Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation
• Excellent communication skills

Pay

Target salary range: $80,000 - $128,000. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Short/long term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
• Company paid holidays

Schedule

• Non-rotating 8-hour third shift in a 24/7 operational environment
• Occasional work outside scheduled hours may be required