JPSS Flight Operations Jr Ground Systems Engineer
SAIC

Job Info

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Job ID: 216030

Location: LANHAM , MD , US

Date Posted: 2021-04-22

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is seeking Junior Ground System Engineer on the OMES II contract in support of the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) program at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The position has an emphasis on ground system engineering and test services during the continued implementation of upgrades to the Command, Control & Communications (C3S) segment to support the launch of JPSS-2 and future mission capabilities.  The position locations are in Lanham, MD and Suitland, MD.
 
The Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) is the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) next generation operational Earth observation program that acquires and distributes global environmental data primarily from multiple polar-orbiting satellites. The program plays a critical role to NOAA’s mission to understand and predict changes in weather, climate, oceans and coasts, and the space environment, which support the Nation’s economy and protect lives and property.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Support the Mission Operations Support Team (MOST) in development of ground/spacecraft pre-launch processes and procedures.
• Develop test procedures and test execution for system level, end-to-end tests with the ground system.
• Support mission readiness activities including mission rehearsals, mission timeline development, and post launch test development.
• Support launch, including shift work, for instrument and spacecraft LEO&A activities.
• Participate in Verification and validation activities including:
  • Writing test procedures.
  • Mapping requirements to procedures.
  • Monitoring tests for verification of requirements.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree.
- Must be able to pass Government background investigation. 

- MS Office skills.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

- Knowledge of system engineering and integration tools.
- Experience with Spacecraft Operations. 
- Ability to interact with distributed team members and different corporate cultures.

SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit saic.com or Working at SAIC for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.

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