[ES_JOBS_NET] JPSS JR. INSTRUMENT OPERATIONS ENGINEER

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

JPSS JR. INSTRUMENT OPERATIONS ENGINEER
https://jobs.saic.com/jobs/5772099-jpss-jr-instrument-operations-engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Description

SAIC is seeking a Junior Instrument Operations Engineer on the NASA OMES II contract in support of the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) program at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. The position is located at Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) working with the Mission Operations Support Team (MOST).



This position is temporarily remote due to COVID-19.



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.

 This is a Junior engineering role with the following responsibilities:
*         Support JPSS-2 Launch as a Mission Operations Support Team (MOST) instrument engineer
*         Support operational product development and testing for the assigned instrument
*         Review and update recommended operations procedures as needed for the assigned instrument
*         Manage post-launch tests for the assigned instrument
*         Generate and review on-orbit commanding for the assigned instrument

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
*         Bachelors degree in Engineering or Science
*         Must be able to pass a Government background investigation.
*         Able to support shift work during Launch and testing campaigns
*         MS Office skills



 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
*         One to three years of satellite operations experience
*         Previous experience/proficiency with tools/languages such as STK, MATLAB, ECLIPSE, CECIL and Perl
*         Experience with prelaunch campaigns and launch and early orbit operations




Overview

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<http://www.saic.com/> or Working at SAIC<http://www.saic.com/careers/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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