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Satellite Calibration Engineer

Chantilly, VA, US • Posted 18 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago

Full Time

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Skills

FOCUS
OCI
Counter-terrorism
Operations Management
Information Technology
Cyber Security
Linguistics
Algorithms
Performance Metrics
Collaboration
Modeling
Verification And Validation
Technical Writing
Data Processing
Satellite
Sensors
Physics
Signal Processing
Analytical Skill
MATLAB
Python
Communication
Science
Mathematics
DoD
Signals Intelligence
FTS

Summary

FTS International, LLC (FTS) is committed to providing the Federal Government with quality consultants and support. To ensure mission success we focus on putting our customers first while minimizing corporate bureaucracy on our staff. We provide Subject Matter Experts (SME) free of Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focused on independent analysis and mission support services within the disciplines of Engineering, Counter Terrorism Operations, Management, Information Technology, Signals Analysis, Administration, Cyber Security and Linguistics.

FTS has an opportunity for a Satellite Calibration Engineer in Chantilly, VA.

The Satellite Calibration Engineer supports the calibration, characterization, and performance assessment of satellite payloads and mission data products.

Responsibilities

Lead calibration and characterization activities for satellite payloads, sensors, and mission data products
Develop and refine calibration algorithms, models, and performance metrics to ensure mission accuracy and reliability
Analyze payload telemetry, mission data, and system performance trends to identify anomalies and recommend corrective actions
Support end-to-end system calibration across space, ground, and mission processing segments
Collaborate with systems engineers, mission analysts, and government stakeholders to ensure calibration approaches align with USG mission needs
Conduct technical assessments, modeling, and simulation to evaluate calibration impacts on mission performance
Support integration, verification, and validation of calibration processes within operational ground systems
Generate technical documentation, calibration plans, performance reports, and engineering artifacts in accordance with USG standards
Participate in technical reviews, readiness events, and mission rehearsals

Required Skills/Qualifications

TS/SCI with polygraph
BS STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) in engineering discipline
10+ years of experience supporting satellite systems, payload engineering, calibration, or mission data processing
Strong understanding of satellite payload behavior, sensor physics, signal processing, and calibration methodologies
Proficiency with analytical tools and engineering environments (e.g., MATLAB, Python)
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multi-contractor, mission-driven environment

Desired Skills/Qualifications

MS STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) in engineering discipline
Experience supporting space or ground systems for the Intelligence Community or DoD
Experience with SIGINT and/or transport mission systems
Experience with enterprise engineering frameworks, mission assurance processes, and calibration standards

FTS International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - vets/disabled.

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Dice Id: 90786972
Position Id: 7d79459747fc4cc9c4bbf846fff7e58f
Posted 18 hours ago

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