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Satellite Controller IV - Day Shift (Able to obtain Secret Clearance)

Akima

Suitland, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$145,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Community Support, Control Systems, Diversity, Federal Contracts, Financial Control, Government, Legal, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Medical Conditions, Mentoring, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Radio Frequency, Realtime Operating System, Satellite Operations, Secret Clearance, Software Administration, Technical Support, Telemetry, Training/Teaching, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Suitland, MD
POSTED
20 days ago
Five Rivers Analytics, LLC is hiring for a Day Shift Satellite Controller IV, located in Suitland, MD. The Satellite Controller IV Provides senior-level real-time spacecraft command and control support for DMSP spacecraft operations within a 24/7 operational environment. Performs advanced spacecraft operations, anomaly response, mission assurance, flight software support, and operational coordination activities supporting national defense weather and environmental missions. Serves as a senior controller and technical mentor supporting mission continuity and operational readiness. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!


Responsibilities


+ Execute spacecraft command and control operations for DMSP spacecraft

+ Monitor spacecraft telemetry, subsystem health, and mission performance

+ Lead anomaly response and operational recovery activities

+ Coordinate with mission planners, engineers, and operations teams

+ Support contingency operations and COOP exercises

+ Perform flight software maintenance and command verification activities

+ Provide shift turnover briefings and operational reporting

+ Support operational review boards and anomaly investigations

+ Support a 12-Hour shift, Day or Night


Qualifications


+ Must be a US Citizen

+ Minimum 8 years of experience supporting satellite operations, spacecraft systems, TT&C operations, or aerospace mission operations in a real-time operational environment.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a US SECRET Clearance

+ Ability to lift up to 25lbs

+ Experience operating within a 24/7 mission operations environment and responding to real-time anomalies.

+ Experience serving as a senior controller, shift lead, trainer, or technical advisor.

+ Advanced knowledge of:

+ Satellite command and control systems

+ Orbital mechanics and spacecraft operations

+ Ground systems and RF communications

+ Telemetry processing and analysis

+ Satellite health and status monitoring

+ Operational procedures and anomaly resolution


Certifications:


+ DMSP Satellite Controller Certification required

+ applicable IA/Cyber Awareness training certifications required


Job ID


2026-23606

Work Type


On-Site

Pay Range


$100,000 - $145,000

Benefits


Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description


Work Where it Matters


Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.


At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.


For our shareholders , FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.


For our government customers , FRA delivers streamline operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment.


As a FRA employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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