Satellite Mission Engr Sr
$89.3k - $157.55kLockheed Martin Corporation
Position Overview Level3 Satellite Operations Controller with an active TS/SCIw/ Poly clearance. Location: Aurora, CO. The Work Conduct mission/program specific real‑time spacecraft/satellite flight operations during readiness, execution, and evaluation phases. Develop detailed plans and procedures to provide maximum mission support in areas such as orbit dynamics, satellite performance analysis, command and control of on‑orbit satellites. Provide technical direction for on‑orbit mission support, develop plans for critical vehicle malfunctions, recommend alternate operating techniques to maintain mission support. Perform failure analysis of the orbiting satellites via telemetry data. Utilize system software to accomplish all spacecraft control tasks and recommend improvements. Analyse and validate software performance. You will be expected to certify in multiple positions including Senior Operations Controller as part of your job expectations. These positions require successful completion of a certification program. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a science or technology related program such as Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Systems Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a combination of degree and experience. Previous command and control experience. Active TS/SCIw/ Poly clearance. U.S. citizenship. Desired Skills Experience working with on‑orbit spacecraft or satellite flight operations. Integration of baseline promotions. Familiarity with at least one of the following: LINUX, MATLAB, JAVA, Python, C++, PERL, ORACLE/SQL, HTML, XML, or scripting. Web development experience. Security Clearance Statement This position requires a government security clearance. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen. Work Location Onsite full‑time at a designated Lockheed Martin facility in Aurora, CO. Work Schedules Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules. Standard schedule is Monday to Friday 40 hours a week. Pay and Benefits Annual base salary range varies by state: $89,300 - $157,550 (e.g., Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington, or WashingtonDC). Additional factors such as scope, responsibilities, education, training, key skills, market, and business considerations may influence the final offer. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Short‑Term Disability Long‑Term Disability 401(k) match Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Education Assistance Parental Leave Paid time off Holidays Incentive plan eligibility Equal Opportunity Employer Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$89.3k - $157.55k
...THE WORK Lockheed Martin is seeking a talented level 3 Satellite Operations Controller with an active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance to... ...dynamic team in Aurora, CO . In this role you will: • Conduct mission/program specific real time spacecraft/satellite flight...SeniorFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeFlexible hours$151.14k - $207.84k
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$89.3k - $157.55k
Lockheed Martin is seeking a Level 3 Satellite Operations Controller in Aurora, CO. The role involves conducting real-time satellite operations... ...support plans, and providing technical direction during missions. Candidates must have a relevant degree and active TS/SCI w/...Senior$132.4k - $251.6k
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...Candidates must have the ability to work within a group or independently where collaboration and attention to detail is critical to mission success. Travel is required at a minimum of 20%. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8+ years of relevant...SeniorFull timeRelocation packageShift work$143.7k - $197.61k
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...Business Management Analyst Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space,... ..., CO supporting the Payload and Ground Systems Division. The Sr. Principal Business Management Analyst will interact with...SeniorContract workFor contractorsWork at office$142.2k - $213.4k
...making history. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an Sr Principal RF Microwave Design Engineer to join our team. This... ...hours if needed, to include stints of 24/7 shifts in support of mission needs Education/years of experience based on position level...SeniorRelocationShift work$98.5k - $206.8k
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$142.2k - $213.4k
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an Sr Principal RF Microwave Design Engineer to join our team. This position is based in... ...hours if needed, including stints of 24/7 shifts in support of mission needs. Education/years of experience based on position level....SeniorRelocation packageShift work- ...Senior Mission Operations Manager Denver, CO | Full Time | Senior Level The Mission Space is the infrastructure layer for humanity... ...re building that future by developing the first fully reusable satellite platform built for reliable reentry, recovery, and rapid...SeniorFull timeFlexible hours
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Sierra Space Careers: At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth. Sierra... ...-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver...SeniorContract workWork experience placement
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