Job ID: 2610973
Location: Chantilly, VA, US
Date Posted: 2026-04-03
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE
Description ?SAIC is seeking a Satellite and Ground Operations Engineer to provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support the NRO Electro-Optical System Program Office (ESPO). Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated satellite and ground operations experience across a variety of satellite programs. The candidate must be able to work both independently and in a collaborative team-based environment.
Key duties/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Provide real-time flight and ground operations support for satellite systems, including monitoring, commanding, and troubleshooting.
Perform anomaly resolution activities, including problem identification, analysis, and implementation of corrective actions. Document anomalies and solutions in a comprehensive manner.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous improvement and reliability of satellite and ground systems.
Conduct system performance assessments and generate reports for both routine operations and anomaly events.
Assist in the coordination of satellite mission planning and execution.
Utilize telemetry data to perform trending and analysis to predict and prevent potential issues.
Adapt to and manage changing customer priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Interface with multiple contractors to coordinate efforts, resolve issues, and ensure the successful execution of operations.
Although "shift-work" is not required, this position may require occasional non-standard work hours to support anomaly events/mission needs.
Some travel may be required.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in satellite operations or engineering, including hands-on experience with satellite command and control systems.
Proficient understanding of satellite ground systems, telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) operations.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to convey complex technical issues to diverse audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with mission planning.
Understanding of orbital mechanics and applications.
Familiarity with satellite subsystems such as power, thermal, and communications.
Familiarity with electro-optical imaging sensor systems.
Knowledge of industry-standard tools and software used in satellite operations and anomaly resolution.
Experience working in a high-tempo mission operations center or mission control environment.
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- Position Id: 2610973
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