Payload Operations Systems Engineer

Job Title: Payload Operations Systems Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a Payload Operations Systems Engineer to support a critical National Security Program. The successful candidate will join a high-performing team of government and contractor professionals supporting continuous operations in a fast-paced environment focused on advancing the customers space warfighting mission.

As a Payload Operations Systems Engineer the candidate will provide integrated assessment and tracking of ongoing operations to assist the government and partner operations team. This role demands close coordination with internal and external stakeholders along with routine development of mission-focused analysis and operational communication.
Our team is cohesive collaborative and mission focused. We are regularly tasked with developing operational solutions for unique and unprecedented mission objectives. Operators will train on operate and refine processes for advanced tools while also supporting requirements development for future capabilities.

We are looking for an individual who proactively identifies issues proposes innovative solutions and helps implement continuous improvements. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic and evolving operational environment demonstrates exceptional initiative exhibits excellent communication skills maintains composure under pressure and is motivated to grow into leadership or specialized roles within the program.
This position supports 24x7 operations and requires on-call work.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and disseminate Operations Reports
• Report on any significant events to both internal and external stakeholders
• Track mission activities and operational developments using advanced monitoring tools
• Summarize and relay updates to government customers in real time
• Provide support to real-world application exercises
• Develop and utilize simulation and image analysis tools to analyze satellite operations and predict system behavior
• Provide critical assistance during satellite launch and early orbit operations
• Address any challenges or risks impacting mission success
• Provide detailed inputs for monthly reports
• Support onboarding of new and enhanced tools

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must have Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Bachelors degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience working on satellite systems
• Ability to concisely and accurately summarize mission operations and significant events
• Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills
• Aptitude to proactively identify issues and lead problem-solving

Desired:

• Active Top Secret/SCI with CI Poly
• EO/IR sensor competency
• Mission planning experience
• SocetGXP or ENVI expertise
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment
• MATLAB literacy
• Root cause analysis and nonconformance tracking
• Proven experience delivering daily stand-up operational briefings to senior stakeholders and mission partners

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$79400 - $162700

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.

Required Experience:

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