Senior Principal Space Operations Specialist - Vehicle Systems

Job Description
Contingent upon contract award to BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems and subsequent task orders.

The Senior Principal Space Vehicle Systems Operator is responsible for supporting the operation of satellites and spacecraft. This role requires technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This position analyzes system hardware state-of-health, provides engineering technical support in response to system issues/discrepancies, performs calibration activities to ensure specification requirements are met and supports 24/7 Space Operations which includes mission data collection, distribution, and analysis

Working closely with a team of engineers and technicians, you will ensure the successful execution of vehicle engineering and operational tasks. This role requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment. This role requires an ability to create and maintain documentation and procedures associated with the system, interface with factory teams and other support contractors, and provide technical briefings to customers and company management.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You’ll Do:

- Led a team of Satellite Engineers and Space Operation Specialist who support 24/7 Space Operations who lead Command and control of the spacecraft, monitor the health and safety of the spacecraft subsystems, payloads, and ground system and lead mission data collection, distribution, and analysis.
- Analyze system hardware state-of-health and provide engineering technical support in response to system issues/discrepancies.
- Perform calibration activities to ensure specification requirements are met.
- Create and maintain documentation and procedures associated with the system.
- Interface with factory teams and other support contractors to ensure successful execution of vehicle engineering tasks
- Provide technical briefings to customers and company management on system performance and technical issues.
- Develop and update reports, status updates, and presentations on system performance and technical issues.
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to identify and solve challenging technical problems.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

- Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS/BA in related field plus 8 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- A current, active Top Secret/SCI Polygraph security clearance is required.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: On-console satellite operations.
- Spacecraft commissioning.
- Spacecraft, payload, or subsystem design.
- Mission management, command and control.
- Mission data processing.
- Ground systems.
- Ground terminals and infrastructure.
- Mission integration including operations readiness activities, rehearsals, and launch support activities.
- Training of satellite operators.

- A current, active Top Secret/SCI Polygraph security clearance is required.
- Polygraph has to have been administered within the last 7 years.
- Demonstrated functional management experience.
- Team building skills.
- Ensure employees are properly trained and receive the supervision and direction needed to accomplish their work assignments in an efficient and cost-effective manner while observing all applicable work rules, safety rules, department directives, and company policies.
- Perform program responsibilities with minimal supervision and general taskings.
- Experience performing system calibrations to meet defined specifications.
- Excellent communication skills for interfacing with factory teams and support contractors.
- Ability to deliver clear technical briefings to customers and management.
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.