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Junior Telescope Operator

Kapili Services, LLC
Kihei, HI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026

Bering-Alaka'ina Holdings, LLC is looking for a Junior Telescope Operator in support of our government customer located at the Haleakal Summit, with occasional work in Kihei, Hawai'i.

AMOS's telescope operators and maintainers are the key to AMOS's mission supporting routine and specialized tests, site upgrades and specialized mission operations for the United States Space Force at their AMOS Site.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Duties include providing 24x7x365 operation and straightforward maintenance of the mission equipment, including telescopes, sensors, mounts, IT equipment, electrical and mechanical equipment, etc.
  • Monitor quality of collections and identify issues with data quality. Assist with resolution of issues and recommend improvements in equipment, user interfaces, and operating procedures to improve quality and timeliness of data delivery
  • Set up mission equipment based on collection/test needs, operate equipment during tests, and ensure safe storage to prevent damage
  • Perform routine calibration and end-to-end system testing of mission equipment
  • Operate and monitor all mission equipment at the AMOS site
  • Use of various test equipment for testing and isolating faulty equipment. Provide updates and proper reporting of any faulty equipment for upper-level maintenance action
  • Operates and monitors telescope systems at the AMOS site under supervision
  • Supports Engineers in the design, development, modification, and improvement of products/processes
  • Activities include but are not limited to:
  • identifying and recommending improvements/preventive actions, inspecting, testing, maintaining, researching, repairing, and installing equipment and systems
  • Tests new and modified products, processes, and/or systems
  • Performs assignments that are standardized or prescribed, selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents, receives initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed, performs recurring work under supervision. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions.
  • Maintains effective working relationships with Government Customer, other site contractors and other team members
  • Performs routine telescope and mission equipment operations including collections, test and calibrations under general supervision or occasional direct supervision
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Environment: Full time onsite (no remote/Hybrid) on Haleakala summit, with occasional work in Kihei, HI. Must also be flexible to work necessary shifts to meet the 365x24x7 mission.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

Associate degree and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience (e.g., operating a variety of mechanical, optical or electrical equipment); or an equivalent combination of related training and experience

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and may require vocational/technical education or on-the-job training
  • Knowledge of and able to independently perform routine operation of mission equipment
  • Must have effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences or facilitate group discussions
  • Develop accurate written materials to communicate information clearly and concisely

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

One (1) year experience operating telescopes or optical sensors under supervision

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Active Secret desired, eligibility for TS/SCI required(Able to obtain a government clearance within 6 months)

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings (BAH) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. BAH includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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Kapili Services (Kapili) is a Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-Owned 8(a) certified Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB).

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans.

 

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