What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mission Specialist - Protected Band Watch Officer (PBWO) position at INFINITY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING LLC?
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Position Overview
The Protected Band Watch Officer (PBWO) is a 24/7 position with rotating 12-hour shifts located at the 4th Space Operations Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB) in Colorado. The PBWO assists users in resolving system-related Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) issues in accordance with the Joint Spectrum Interference Resolution Procedures (CJCS-M 3320.02F), Satellite Communications Electromagnetic Interference Resolution Procedures (Operating Instruction 714-4), and Satellite Communications (SPI 3250.01A) Enclosure E EMI Resolution. The PBWO maintains continuous global situational awareness for AEHF, Enhanced Polar System (EPS), and follow-on protected band constellations to facilitate immediate operational response to satellite anomalies.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide 24/7 Protected Band Watch Officer (PBWO) support for the 4 SOPS Operations Center at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado.
- Provide personnel for a 24/7 protected watch stander role to support Protected SATCOM operations
- Assist users in resolving system-related Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) issues in accordance with the Joint Spectrum Interference Resolution Procedures (CJCS-M 3320.02F)
- Maintain continuous global situational awareness for Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF), Ultra High Frequency Follow-On (UHF), Extremely High Frequency (EHF), and the Enhanced Polar System (EPS), as well as follow-on protected band constellations, to facilitate immediate operational responses to satellite anomalies
- Be prepared to produce graphical representations of data, including the number of impacted users and the layouts of beams and satellite footprints, as requested.
- Gather and consolidate constellation resource monitoring (RM) data. - In coordination with the 4th Space Operations Squadron (4 SOPS) engineering and communications support functions, assess and determine the global operational impacts of satellite anomalies. - Generate and release SATCOM Event Messages (SEM) in accordance with applicable directives and reporting criteria
- Provide operational interface, technical expertise, and system status while serving in a support role as the single, central focal point for all Protected Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) operations
Education: An associate degree in Information Technology or an equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience
Experience: 1-3 years of PBWO experience
Clearance Requirement: Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in Military Satellite Operations
- Support role for the single, central focal point for all Protected SATCOM operations
- Maintained continuous global situational awareness for the AEHF, and EPS Protected Band constellations
- Strong capability for multi-tasking, along with excellent project and time management skills
- Demonstrated talent in problem solving and resolution, with expertise in deconflicting priorities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with facilitating immediate ops impact response to satellite anomalies
- Experience preforming anomaly assessment to determine all aspects of causes and conditions of satellite anomaly with recovery actions for accurate up channel reporting and potential user impact
- Knowledge in generate/release SATCOM Event Message (SEM)
Shift Schedule
This is a rotating 12-hour shift position (Dayshift and Midshift). This role supports a 24-hour, 7 days per week operations center.
Infinity Benefits
Company Culture. Infinity firmly believes that our success is due to the happiness and personal satisfaction of our employees.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
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Application Deadline: Applications are anticipated to remain open for a minimum of 4 calendar days from the date this position is posted. The application period may be extended based on recruitment needs. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.