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Junior Telescope Operator

Job in Kihei, Maui County, Hawaii, 96753, USA
Listing for: Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Systems Engineer, Electronics Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 70000 USD Yearly USD 50000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Junior Telescope Operator for Bering-Alaka’ina Holdings, LLC (BAH) supporting a government customer at Haleakalā Summit, with occasional work in Kihei, Hawaii.

AMOS’s telescope operators and maintainers are the key to AMOS’s mission supporting routine and specialized tests, site upgrades and specialized mission operations for the United States Space Force at their AMOS Site.

Description of Responsibilities
  • Provide 24/7/365 operation and straightforward maintenance of mission equipment, including telescopes, sensors, mounts, IT equipment, electrical and mechanical equipment, etc.
  • Monitor quality of collections and identify issues with data quality. Assist with resolution of issues and recommend improvements in equipment, user interfaces, and operating procedures to improve quality and timeliness of data delivery.
  • Set up mission equipment based on collection/test needs, operate equipment during tests, and ensure safe storage to prevent damage.
  • Perform routine calibration and end-to-end system testing of mission equipment.
  • Operate and monitor all mission equipment at the AMOS site.
  • Use various test equipment for testing and isolating faulty equipment. Provide updates and proper reporting of any faulty equipment for upper-level maintenance action.
  • Operate and monitor telescope systems at the AMOS site under supervision.
  • Support Engineers in the design, development, modification, and improvement of products/processes.
  • Activities include but are not limited to (invitational tasks): identifying and recommending improvements/preventive actions, inspecting, testing, maintaining, researching, repairing, and installing equipment and systems.
  • Test new and modified products, processes, and/or systems.
  • Perform assignments that are standardized or prescribed, select or adapt standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents, receive initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed, perform recurring work under supervision. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions.
  • Maintain effective working relationships with Government Customer, other site contractors and other team members.
  • Perform routine telescope and mission equipment operations including collections, test and calibrations under general supervision or occasional direct supervision.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Environment:
Full time onsite (no remote/Hybrid) on Haleakala summit, with occasional work in Kihei, HI. Must also be flexible to work necessary shifts to meet the 365x24x7 mission.

Required Degree/Education/Certification
  • Associate degree and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience (e.g., operating a variety of mechanical, optical or electrical equipment); or an equivalent combination of related training and experience.
Required Skills and Experience
  • Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and may require vocational/technical education or on-the-job training.
  • Knowledge of and able to independently perform routine operation of mission equipment.
  • Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences or facilitate group discussions.
  • Develop accurate written materials to communicate information clearly and concisely.
Desired Skills and Experience
  • One (1) year experience operating telescopes or optical sensors under supervision.
Required Citizenship and Clearance
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Active Secret desired; eligibility for TS/SCI required (able to obtain a government clearance within 6 months).

Bering-Alaka’ina Holdings (BAH) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. BAH includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC;
Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kūpono Government Services, LLC;
Kapili Services, LLC;
Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kīkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC.

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