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Parsons · Onsite · US - NM, Las Cruces
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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Aerospace Spacecraft Operations Controller to join our team! In this role you will get to Follow approved technical procedures and operational checklists to maintain mission safety and system readiness


What You'll Be Doing:

  • Perform real-time satellite payload contacts as a console operator; configure, test, and control command and control ground equipment during pre-pass, pass, and post-pass activities.
  • Support system readiness and mission planning, preparation, execution, and evaluation throughout payload on-orbit operations and end-of-life retirement and disposal.
  • Perform task scheduling, data trending, performance analysis, real-time operations tracking, and LCRD payload anomaly resolution.·  Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining standard operating procedures, on-console handbooks, support plans, Operations Directives, and test plans.
  • Resolve real-time operational conflicts to optimize acquisition, tracking, commanding, control, and telemetry data acquisition for multiple operational customers.· 
  • Implement anomaly response plans during critical events; participate in tiger teams, propose and evaluate recovery actions, implement approved solutions, and prepare anomaly reports.
  • Continuously evaluate spacecraft, payload, and ground-system status for compliance with established mission and safety requirements.
  • Provide occasional 24/7 mission support and work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as scheduled.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

  • Active Top Secret (TS) security clearance with the ability to obtain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility.
  • U.S. citizenship, with proof of citizenship, and the ability to maintain access to the government worksite.· 
  • Bachelor's or associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of direct satellite operations experience or equivalent military operations experience in command and control, intelligence, or operations management. 
  • Ability to work on-site at the White Sands Complex in Las Cruces, New Mexico; remote work is not available.· 
  • Ability to support occasional 24/7 operations and work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime on a rotational basis.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to strictly follow technical procedures, operational checklists, and emergency contingency plans.
  • Ability to work as an effective, dependable team member in mission-critical environment's.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information and status clearly under time-sensitive conditions.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • 5+ years of dedicated experience in space/satellite operations and/or complex military operations.
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience operating satellite ground systems, telemetry architectures, or satellite tracking networks.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret security clearance is required to apply, however, the selected candidate must be able to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance prior to the start date.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $88,400.00 - $154,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

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How this Controller salary compares

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About Parsons

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parso

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