Satellite Network Monitor 2/3

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Description: Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in unmanned systems, cyber security, C4ISR, and logistics and modernization to government and commercial customers worldwide.
At Northrop Grumman we develop cutting-edge technology that preserves freedom and advances human discovery. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We continue to innovate with developments from launching the first commercial flight to space, to discovering the early beginnings of the universe. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
What you get to do:
Northrop Grumman's Space Systems Sector organization is seeking an experienced candidate to fill a Satellite Network Monitor 2/3 position as part of the Enhanced Polar System - Recapitalization Control and Planning Segment (EPS-R CAPS) testing and mission operations at Schriever AFB, CO. providing space-enabled, secure communications capabilities to polar users in support of national objectives. EPS-R CAPS provides telemetry and control, mission planning and cryptographic planning for the EPS-R & EPS payloads.
The Primary duties of the Satellite Network Monitor are to:
Supports custom software testing and evaluation, engineering change and system configuration control boards covering hardware and software deployed over four geographic locations
Perform ground system performance monitoring and diagnostics, operational procedure and CONOPS development and support system level (Early On-Orbit Testing (EOT))
Provide periodic 24/7 on-call/fill-in support
Assist Operations Engineering team with training program development and certification of operations personnel
Assist System Engineering team with documentation support for contract deliverables
Support communications and cryptologic planning functions in support of EPS-R CAPS mission

Qualifications:

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications for a Satellite Network Monitoring 2:
Position requires active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
Bachelor's Degree or other technical degree in related discipline and 2 years experience, Master's and 0 years of experience or 4 years of work related experience in lieu of a degree
Knowledgeable in aircraft/spacecraft ground testing methodologies and operational exercises
Experience with Engineering Test and Evaluation of custom software
Experience with ground systems and corresponding hardware, network and cybersecurity controls
Proficient in training and in the certification process of operations personnel
Ability to effectively communicate and simplify technically complex issues
Basic Qualifications for a Satellite Network Monitoring 3:
Position requires active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
Bachelor's Degree or other technical degree in related discipline and 5 years experience, Master's and 3 years of experience or 7 years of work related experience in lieu of a degree
Knowledgeable in aircraft/spacecraft ground testing methodologies and operational exercises
Experience with Engineering Test and Evaluation of custom software
Experience with ground systems and corresponding hardware, network and cybersecurity controls
Proficient in training and in the certification process of operations personnel
Ability to effectively communicate and simplify technically complex issues
Preferred Qualifications:
Active TS/SCI clearance
Real-time ground systems operations experience for GEO/HEO and LEO spacecraft or payloads
Experience in communications, cryptologic and mission planning functions
Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow for employees to share in company results. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of of benefits including healthcare insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. Learn about Northrop Grumman Total Rewards and Benefits.
Salary Range 2: $67,520-$101,280
Salary Range 3: $83,600-$125,400


Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Associated topics: analog, avaya, electrical, electrical engineer, frequency, infrastructure, system analyst, test engineer, voip, wireless

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