Satellite Control Network Engineer

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Operations Command (SpOC) at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado is searching for a Satellite Control Network Engineer (NH-0855-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). Description: As a key member of our engineering team, you will be the technical authority for the ground-based systems that control our satellites.

You will lead projects to modernize our ground stations, replacing legacy hardware with cutting-edge technology, and implement upgrades to critical RF, digital, and telemetry systems to counter new threats. Serving as a subject matter expert, you will solve tough problems by assisting various agencies and collaborating on updates to the Satellite Control Network. A crucial part of your role is to conduct system analysis and testing to guarantee our global network meets stringent performance and reliability standards, ensuring total mission readiness.

In your capacity as the 22 SOPS engineering consultant, you will also provide continuous technical support and long-term continuity. This includes offering your expertise to various task forces and related working groups, ensuring seamless integration and sustained excellence across our operations. The ideal candidate for this role is a mission-focused Electrical Engineer who thrives on solving complex, high-stakes challenges.

You possess a strong foundation in RF systems, satellite communications, and digital signal processing, and excel in a group effort to troubleshoot unique hardware and software anomalies. More than just a technical expert, you are a proactive problem-solver who understands that the reliability of our ground systems is critical to national security. Driven by a desire to innovate, you are eager to contribute your expertise to modernize one-of-a-kind systems, ensuring the satellite control network remains resilient and effective for years to come.

A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required.

Applicants must also be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance, which requires a background investigation. Key Skills and Abilities: 1. Professional knowledge of the Satellite Control Network (SCN) and related technical concepts, principles, and practices related to space operations and control environment.

1. Professional knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, and practices and extensive familiarity with other professional disciplines to include space operations and some technical expertise in aerospace and mechanics disciplines, and extensive knowledge of the requirements process.
2. Broad-based knowledge of other Space Delta missions, external user agency missions, etc.
3. Ability to interpret policy and regulations; interpret and develop procedures and systems processes.
4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing is essential as well as knowledge of security policies and procedures.
5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted.

If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.

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