JobsUSAJr. Satellite Operations Specialist
Company : KBR
Location : Albuquerque, NM, 87101
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Details
Jr. Satellite Operations Specialist
KBR is seeking a skilled and motivated candidate to join our space and satellite operations team on our satellite operations contract at Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, NM.
In this role, you will:
- Function as a Satellite Operations Specialist and perform real-time satellite contacts, configuring command and control ground equipment during pre-pass, pass and post-pass periods.
- Support system readiness, mission planning, preparation, execution, and evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations, on-orbit operations, and end-of-life retirement and disposal.
- Perform scheduling, data trending and analysis, real-time operations, and spacecraft anomaly resolution.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of mission-specific documentation including procedures, on-console handbooks, support plans, Operations Directives, and test plans.
- Conduct conflict resolution to support the acquisition, tracking, commanding, control, and telemetry data acquisition for space vehicles.
- Implement anomaly response plans including participation in tiger-team discussions, recovery actions proposal and evaluation, implementation of approved solutions and anomaly report generation.
- Conduct real-time evaluation of spacecraft, payload, and ground systems status in accordance with established mission requirements.
- Position will require shift work or support during off-shift hours (Panama schedule).
Required Skills/Experience:
- Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility, which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
- Ideally, 1 - 4 years' experience in a satellite operations capacity (may be waived with other military operations experience such as command and control, intelligence, and operations management).
- Requires problem-solving skills and ability to follow procedures, checklists and contingency plans.
- Ability to be an effective team member.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Must be able to work various rotating shifts including holidays and weekends.
- 5+ years experience with space/satellite operations and/or military operations is highly desired.
- Bachelor's Degree is desired.
- Experience operating multiple satellite families in different orbits (LEO, HEO, GEO) is desired.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
- 40 hours a week
Work Environment:
- Location: On-site
- Travel Requirements: Minimal less than 10% if necessary
- Working Hours: Panama Schedule
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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