Jr. Satellite Operations Specialist

Title:

KBR is seeking a skilled and motivated candidate to join our space and satellite operations team on our satellite operations contract at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque NM.

In this role you will:

• 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.
• Perform scheduling data trending and analysis real-time operations and spacecraft anomaly resolution.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of mission-specific documentation including procedures on-console handbooks support plans Operations Directives (OD) and test plans.
• Conduct conflict resolution to support the acquisition tracking commanding control and telemetry data acquisition for space vehicles.
• Implement anomaly response plans including participation in tiger-team discussions recovery actions proposal and evaluation implementation of approved solutions and anomaly report generation.
• Conduct real-time evaluation of spacecraft payload and ground systems status in accordance with established mission requirements.
• Position will require shift work or support during off-shift hours (Panama schedule).

Required Skills/Experience:

• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility which something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
• Ideally 1 - 4 years experience in a satellite operations capacity (may be waived with other military operations experience such as command and control intelligence and operations management).
• Requires problem-solving skills and ability to follow procedures checklists and contingency plans.
• Ability to be an effective team member.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work various rotating shifts including holidays and weekends.
• 5 years experience with space/satellite operations and/or military operations is highly desired
• Bachelors Degree is desired.
• Experience operating multiple satellite families in different orbits (LEO HEO GEO) is desired.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 hours a week

Work Environment:

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal less than 10% if necessary
• Working Hours: Panama Schedule

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering logistics operations science program management mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Belong Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.