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KBR Careers · 3 months ago

* SkillBridge * Spacecraft Operations Tech

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

2+ years exp

KBR is a leading provider of engineering and advanced technology solutions for national security. They are seeking a Spacecraft Operations Technician to support Ground and Payload Systems, focusing on satellite operations and communication during critical missions.

Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Test and perform on-console activities involving satellite operations during launch and early orbit support or long-term operations

Plan, set up, and configure ground communication support, develop, validate, and execute pass plan; monitor, and review telemetry, advise leads and/or management of failures and degradation, and advise leads or management of predefined recovery procedures

Establish voice, messaging, and data communications for multiple-satellite programs of varying priorities and classifications; troubleshoot end-to-end communication issues

Configurations and monitoring of displays for computer and network equipment during normal mission operations

Multi-program coordination and scheduling using COTS software tools

Determination of any anomalous conditions and providing corrective actions as required

Generation of downtime reports and other associated documentation for operational outages

Support to various operations status, engineering review, and problem boards

Identification of areas of concern, issues, inefficiencies, and other non-value-added activities, as well as proven recommended solutions

Qualification

Active TS/SCI clearanceSatellite operations experienceSatellite ground systems knowledgeUNIXWindows proficiencyTroubleshooting skillsTeamwork skillsCommunication skills

Required

Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

A minimum of 2 Years of relevant experience with a completed High School diploma or equivalent; 0 Years of relevant experience with a completed Associate's degree

Experience conducting satellite operations with the Satellite Control Network in a real-time operations environment

Experience in monitoring the activities of satellites

Familiarity with satellite ground systems, including hardware, software, and communications architecture

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, demonstrated by frequent and successful application of technical standards, theories, concepts, and techniques

Familiar with UNIX and Windows-based computer systems

Ability to create and follow standard processes and document results

Able to distinguish the difference between colors on a computer monitor. (specifically red, blue, and green)

Willingness and ability to work multiple shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as overtime

Preferred

2 Years of relevant experience with a completed Associate's degree; 0 Years of relevant experience with a completed Bachelor's degree

Proven teamwork and interpersonal skills

Ability to interface effectively with users, customers, management, and engineering personnel

Good verbal and written communication skills

Be comfortable using intercom systems, in addition to phone systems, as a frequent medium for communications

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Company

KBR Careers

At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.

Founded in 1919

Houston, TX, US

10001+ employees