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Satellite Systems Engineer

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Aurora, CO
68K-144K Annually
Mid level
Aurora, CO
68K-144K Annually
Mid level
Join CACI as a Satellite Systems Engineer to provide technical solutions for mission management, collaborating across multiple missions and ensuring optimal resource capabilities.
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Satellite Systems Engineer

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: There is not an anticipated end date for this posting since applications are needed on an ongoing basis.

What You’ll Get to Do:  

Join CACI as a Satellite Systems Engineer and work in a high speed resource management position designed to collaborate, coordinate and optimize resource capabilities across multiple missions.
More About this Role:  

  • This is a crew/shift position working 12-hour shifts with rotating days, nights, weekends and holidays
  • Provide technical solutions to complex mission management problems is required
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision following established procedures and the ability to determine new solutions and innovation to mission situations is necessary
  • Must be able to interact with multiple customers, both on and off-site
  • Applicants selected will be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
  • Performs activities involving the production and execution of Mission Plans, Schedules, Assessments and activities associated with operation, tasking, and tuning of mission assets
  • Develops detailed plans and procedures to provide maximum mission support in areas such as strategic planning, system collection, mission execution, and performance analysis and optimization
  • THIS POSITION WILL START IN AURORA, CO BUT CANDIDATES NEED TO BE OPEN TO RELOCATING TO ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION, MD POST TRAINING.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:  

  • Typically requires a high school diploma and 4-14 years of related experience, or a bachelor's degree or equivalent and 4-10 years of related experience
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Strong communication skills, highly motivated, and mission/team oriented
  • Ability to communicate effectively with local senior management and remote personnel.
  • Ability to work in a high-stress near-real-time environment and demands foresight and strong technical skills
  • Capable of working with multiple computer software applications simultaneously
  • Experience in any or all of the following systems: UNIX, web-based applications, operational chat rooms, SUN and/or Linux workstations, satellites and payload configurations
  • Previous certification in mission management disciplines, satellite operations, or SIGINT experience
  • THIS POSITION WILL START IN AURORA, CO BUT CANDIDATES NEED TO BE OPEN TO RELOCATING TO ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION, MD POST TRAINING.

Specific labor category determined by years of experience + educational degrees as stated below:

Level 1

  • 2 years’ applicable experience with a bachelor’s degree, OR
  • 4 years’ applicable experience 

Level 2

  • 2 years’ applicable experience with a PhD, OR
  • 3 years’ applicable experience with a master’s degree, OR
  • 5 years’ applicable experience with a bachelor’s degree, OR
  • 6 years’ applicable experience

Level 3

  • 4 years’ applicable experience with a PhD, OR
  • 6 years’ applicable experience with a master’s degree, OR
  • 8 years’ applicable experience with a bachelor’s degree, OR
  • 10 years’ applicable experience

Level 4

  • 7 years’ applicable experience with a PhD, OR
  • 9 years’ applicable experience with a master’s degree, OR
  • 11 years’ applicable experience with a bachelor’s degree, OR
  • 14 years’ applicable experience


This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$68,400 - 143,700 USD

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Top Skills

Linux
Sun
Unix
Web-Based Applications

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