Satellite Ground Terminal Operator - Herndon, Virginia, United States
2 days ago

Job description
Responsibilities
Ready to make an impact? 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 of the position:
- The Satellite Ground Terminal Operator will be responsible but not limited to: 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 and, 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
The position will support third shift.
**This role will be working a non-rotating 8-hour shift schedule supporting a dynamic 24/7 operational environment. Occasional work may be required outside those times*
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree and two or more years of experience, in lieu of degree High School diploma, six or more years of experience
- Position requires a TS/SCI with poly. Ability to sit for the poly and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment or at customers 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
Desired Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI with Poly
- Experience as a Satellite Controller or Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Technician
- Understanding 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
Peraton Overview
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. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. 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 do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. 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.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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