Ground System Operator IIIf you are a science and space enthusiast who is excited about working on cutting-edge technology and with a talented team of professionals, then you will be excited about the Ground System Operator II opening with Iridium for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As a Ground System Operator II, you will participate in monitoring and controlling ground systems at one of the SDA Operations Centers. Relocation assistance provided! Inquire about details. You will work 12-hour shifts with a team in a 24/7, multi-satellite operations environment. You will thrive in this role if you have a desire to learn and execute new technical skills and are highly motivated and passionate about engineering and space systems.This position requires an active/current Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).What You'll Do:Perform real-time monitoring of the ground system in support of the SDA missionAnalyze operational data and execute first level troubleshooting to resolve issuesMonitor spacecraft fleet-level health and statusWork collaboratively with the team to detect and recover from issues within the Iridium ground system applications, and for a global network of remote teleport antennas and Wide Area Network (WAN)Support real-time anomaly investigation and resolution and follow established Fault Escalation policies and proceduresSupport process improvement initiatives by properly documenting all events through an anomaly and issue reporting processCreate accurate, timely, and descriptive event logging for all ground system outages or system eventsWhat You'll Need to Succeed:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field OR equivalent relevant experience in a network operations or spacecraft operations environment in lieu of degree2+ years of related engineering experienceStrong communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information and ideas to othersHave confidence and be able to easily build meaningful relationships with your manager and members of your teamMust be able to prioritize your tasks, be self-aware enough to identify and correct your mistakes, and not be afraid to ask for help when neededBe active in seeking out ways to improve yourself and gain new knowledge, and be enthusiastic in sharing knowledge with othersThings That Would Be Great If You Brought To The Table:Proficiency in the LINUX operating system, as well as standard PC usage and applicationsFamiliarity with software development and programming skillsWe'll Also Need You To:Work 12-hour shiftsBe a U.S. citizenWork Environment:This position primarily works in an office setting and is largely sedentary with the majority of the position working with a computer.
The role typically requires the use of basic office equipment such as a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse, and printer.We believe in-person connection drives innovation, strengthens mentorship, and builds culture, while flexibility enables employees to do their best work. Under Iridium's Hybrid Work Policy, employees are expected to work at least three days per week (approximately 60%) in an Iridium office to support collaboration, relationship-building, and professional growth.Additional InformationThis job description outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as needed.Base Pay Range: $75,000 - $95,000 USDActual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors and this range represents an estimate of compensation at the time of posting. Base salary is only one part of our compensation package for this role. You may also be eligible for company stock and annual bonus. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid time off and paid holidays; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.Iridium is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.