Spacecraft Operations Technician 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission.

Responsibilities include:

Test and perform and on-console activities involving satellite operations or long-term operations. Plan, set up and configure ground communication support.  Monitor and review telemetry. Advises leads and/or management of failures and degradation. Advise leads or management of predefined recovery procedures.

This position is for a Space-Based Infrared System (SBIRS) Mission Payload Analyst (MTA) as a member of the Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) team at the Mission Control Station (MCS), Buckley Space Force Base. The MTA provides real time, operational support to Space Force crews and contractor test teams for the operation and maintenance of payload software and equipment.

Conducts mission/program specific real time spacecraft/satellite flight operations during readiness, execution and evaluation phases. Provides technical direction for on orbit mission support, plans for critical payload anomalies and recommends recovery procedures to continue maximum mission support. Provides failure analysis of the performance of the ground telemetry data. Utilizes system software to accomplish all spacecraft control tasks and recommends improvements.

Utilizes strong analytical and troubleshooting approach/skills as required. Performs software maintenance support for Linux, AIX, PC compatible computers, and associated switching, network, and communications circuits and equipment. Provides feedback to Software Depot on software problems. Participates in software version testing and evaluation and provides feedback to the development and test community. Assists Configuration Management in software upgrades and changes.

Documents all software problems and follows up with accurate resolution. Ensures proper operation of the SBIRS software and hardware and ensures the timely resolution to problems and/or deficiencies. Maintain Access Control and works closely with System Administrators to ensure proper system operation and that problems are resolved with minimal downtime. Provides maintenance and support for on-going systems, including monitoring of system performance and data backups. Identifies source of software problems and determines appropriate solutions.

Job requires interfacing with Space Force and contractor personnel concerning hardware and software installations and developing briefings regarding system status and anomaly resolution on a regular basis.

Occasional travel to Schriever SFB. This is a 24x7 operations position, requiring continuous rotating shift work

Basic Qualifications:

• For Level 2 Technician: High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience
• DoD Top Secret clearance required at time of application
• Satellite Operations experience
• Satellite Ground Systems sustainment experience
• Basic knowledge with Shell Scripting, Perl, Python and Sybase/PostgreSQL database
• General knowledge/skill of UNIX and/or LINUX
• Documented and Demonstrated Leadership experience leading multi-disciplined Teams
• Operational Training Plan development
• Position requires occasional travel to Colorado Springs, CO

Preferred Skills:

• Root Cause Analysis/Anomaly Resolution experience
• Advanced knowledge/skill with UNIX Shell, Perl, and Python scripting and Sybase database
• Experience with MATLAB, C++, Java, or Software/Hardware Modeling
• Department of Defense Top Secret clearance and SCI
• Security + certification
• Individual has experience in being an instructor and development of training courseware.  Experience in formal certification training to include classroom, On-the-Job (OJT) and training simulation systems.  Training includes Initial Qualification, Pre-Evaluation, and Recurring Training."

Salary Range: $59,300.00 - $98,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.