Junior Satellite Operations

KBR

Albuquerque, NM, US
On-site
Real-time satellite contacts
Configure command and control ground equipment
Satellite launch and early orbit operations
KBR is seeking a Junior Satellite Operations Specialist to join their space and satellite operations team at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves real-time satellite operations, mission planning, and anomaly resolution, requiring an active TS clearance and some experience in satellite operations or military operations

Job Summary

  • Function as a Satellite Operations Specialist and perform real-time satellite contacts, configuring command and control ground equipment during pre-pass, pass and post-pass periods.
  • Support system readiness, mission planning, preparation, execution, and evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations, on-orbit operations, and end-of-life retirement and disposal.
  • Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

KBR is seeking a Junior Satellite Operations Specialist to join their space and satellite operations team at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves real-time satellite operations, mission planning, and anomaly resolution, requiring an active TS clearance and some experience in satellite operations or military operations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Real-time satellite contacts
  • Configure command and control ground equipment
  • Satellite launch and early orbit operations
  • On-orbit operations
  • Spacecraft anomaly resolution
  • Develop and maintain mission-specific documentation
  • Evaluate spacecraft, payload, and ground systems status
  • Panama schedule shift work

Nice-to-have

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Effective team member
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience operating multiple satellite families

Key Requirements

  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
  • 1-4 years experience in satellite operations
  • 5+ years experience with space/satellite operations or military operations
  • Bachelor's Degree

Work Rights

Must have TS/SCI clearance

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