Space Surveillance Operator (Full-time/Huntsville, AL)
JOB DUTIES:
Support all RTS Space Surveillance Operations. Extensive TDY support at Kwajalein required. The duties are performed in a real time environment and can be demanding.
Demonstrate initiative in OJT while working on crew and help train others as they progress.
Daily communications with the military customer is required and is handled in a highly professional manner.
The Operator will support high priority Radar operations involving new space launches, near earth and deep space satellite tracks and maintain statistical & analytical data.
Will operate multiple Radar sensors using acquisition and track consoles for data collection.
Will operate UNIX and Linux PC computer systems and a dedicated communications Message Processing system.
The Operator applicant is required to qualify up to the Assistant Operations Director level after nine (9) months of OJT & experience in Space Surveillance Operations.
Will support documentation of Operational Procedures updating for the Space Surveillance mission.
JOB SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
Required: Military/Civilian technical training in Space Ops, Radar Ops, Air Traffic Control, and/or Satellite Control
Desired: Military/Civilian technical training in Space Ops and Radar Ops
EXPERIENCE (Years):
Required: 2 years
Desired: 2+
EDUCATION:
Required: HS Diploma or equivalent; Military/Civilian technical training
Desired: Assoc Degree/Technical School
OTHER SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Ref: HR-032819, HR-032821
KRS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
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