Ground System Operator Level 2

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Aurora, CO
Employment
Full-time
Posted
24 days ago
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Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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TL;DR · Ground System Operator Level 2

The Ground System Operator - Level 2 (AHT) joins the team in Aurora to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of a complex ground-station system. The role involves coordinating daily rhythms, monitoring system health through status checks and metric recording, and performing front-line troubleshooting to maintain mission readiness. Key responsibilities include supporting and optimizing antenna operations and RF engineering efforts during missions, documenting operational workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve system performance. Candidates must possess an educational background or experience in antenna operations or RF systems. Required technical skills include working with Linux systems, including scripting or troubleshooting. The position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance and involves navigating satellite and RF monitoring management systems to solve technical issues in a mission-critical environment.

What you'll do

  • Monitor and analyze system health through regular status checks and metric recording.
  • Perform front-line troubleshooting and maintenance to ensure mission readiness.
  • Support and optimize antenna operations and RF engineering efforts during missions.
  • Resolve technical issues using critical thinking to support ongoing operations.
  • Document operational workflows, procedures, and issue resolutions to enhance system knowledge.
  • Communicate technical information to team members, stakeholders, and external customers.
  • Identify system performance improvements by working across cross-functional teams.

What we're looking for

  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required at time of application.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  • Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or 0 years with a Master's degree.
  • 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Educational background or experience in antenna operations, RF systems, or related fields.
  • Experience working with Linux systems, including scripting or troubleshooting.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • STEM Degree (preferred).
  • Experience as a Service Desk/Operator (preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with navigating satellite and RF monitoring/management systems (preferred).
  • Ability to lead technical investigations and prepare event artifacts (preferred).
  • Valid U.S. Passport and willingness to travel OCONUS for 2–4 weeks annually (preferred).

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