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Satellite & Ground Operations Engineer
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Chantilly, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20151, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
SAIC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* 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 (5) years or more experience;
Masters and seven (3) years or more experience ;
PhD or JD and four (0) 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:
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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.
REQNUMBER: 2612126
SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working AA M/F/Vet/Disability
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