DSCS Payload Controllers

DSCS Payload Controllers The DSCS Payload Controller (DPC) will be the primary operator of the Replacement Satellite Configuration Control Element (RSCCE). This position will be based at the Wideband SATCOM Operations Center (WSOC) facility in Fort Meade, Maryland. This WSOC facility is referred to as Meade Operations Center (MOC) and is otherwise known as Detachment B. This position requires an active TS clearance.

Duties

• Serve as a primary operator of the RSCCE at the WSOC facility
• Provide reports to the Crew Chief on all aspects of DSCS payload operations to include monitoring telemetry, commanding the spacecraft, and written reports
• Interface with users and agencies affected by DSCS operations
• Interface with 4th Space Operations Squadron (4SOPS). Provide engineering services for transmissions management and control for all commercial frequency spectrums to include all Commercial satellite systems that are in use
• Must be on site during scheduled shift independent of weather conditions and base closures.

Staff will be required to provide coverage for 24/7/365 support at MOC, following a 12-hour shift schedule. Personnel may be required to be on-call with availability after hours (this includes evenings, weekends, and holidays). On-call DPC personnel at Detachment B must return calls within 15 minutes. If directed by Government civilian or military leads, the on-call DPC must be on-site within 2 hours

• On-call DPC personnel at Detachment B must return calls within 15 minutes. If directed by Government civilian or military leads, DPC contractor must be on-site within 2 hours. Requirements
• 4 years of SATCOM experience, including general knowledge of the DSCS Satellites
• The DPC shall be required to meet the same weapon system certification and recertification requirements as USSF Guardians and civilians.
• The DPC shall certify within 90 days of hire.

Recertification is required every 18 months tafter

IAW DAFGM

2023-13-602v1 and DAFI 13-602v2. Training, certification, and recertification will be provided by the 53 SOPS Combat Training Flight (CTF) and/or 8CTS.

• Active DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility
• Preferred by not required: Experience with Satellite Payload Control and/or DSCS Satellite operations is a plus.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 3% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Profit sharing Tuition reimbursement

Experience:

SATCOM:

4 years (Required)

DSCS Satellite Operations:

2 years (Preferred) Security clearance: Top Secret (Required)