Conducts mission/program specific real time spacecraft/satellite flight operations during readiness, execution and evaluation phases. Develops detailed plans and procedures to provide maximum mission support in areas such as orbit dynamics, satellite performance analysis, command and control of on-orbit satellites. Provides technical direction for on orbit mission support, plans for critical vehicle malfunctions and recommends alternate operating techniques to continue maximum mission support. Provides failure analysis of the performance of the orbiting satellites via telemetry data. Utilizes system software to accomplish all spacecraft control tasks and recommends improvements. Analyzes and validates software performance. Performs flight length orbit adjust and daily special event studies.

Basic Qualifications

Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance
Significant professional experience in satellite operations and orbital analysis AND/OR Bachelor’s degree in an STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Experience with/knowledge of orbit determination/optimal estimation, maneuver generation and optimization, and Global Positioning System (GPS)/navigation in support of SBIRS constellation
Experience with collision avoidance planning and maneuver generation
Experience w/ OA software such as OASYS and/or STK
Outstanding communications skills - Listening, verbal/non-verbal and written communications; ability to translate complex technical concepts/topics to personnel that are less knowledgeable and familiar with baseline system operations
Must be comfortable briefing senior contract and government officials on highly technical engineering procedures and concepts
Experience working hand-in-hand with an on-site customer
Experience solving complex ground system issues and teaming with multiple partners to troubleshoot and solve problems
Self-motivated and able to work under minimal supervision with the ability to function effectively in a rapidly changing environment
Proficiency w/ Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong background in math/science

Desired Skills

Skill in effectively responding to high-stress, real-time situations, and be able to properly prioritize, status, and work multiple tasks
Familiarity w/ astrodynamics and orbital mechanics
Basic proficiency in UNIX commands
Proficiency in coding languages/tools such as MATLAB, Perl, HTML, and/or VBA
Experience with/knowledge of spacecraft systems including Guidance, Navigation & Control (GN&C), propulsion, spacecraft communication systems, flight software

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Job ID

996476971963

Security Clearance

TS/SCI

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