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Iridium Satellite

Senior Tracking Data Fusion Analyst

Iridium Satellite, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824


Senior Tracking Data Fusion Analyst

Job Locations

US-AL-Huntsville | US-AL-Redstone Arsenal

Job ID

2024-3594

Category

Engineering

Worker Category

Regular Full-Time[F]

Company Overview

Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium's unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities

What We're Looking For:If you are enthusiastic about working in the space industry, then you will be excited about the Tracking Data Fusion Analyst opening with Iridium for a Space Development Agency (SDA) project. As a Tracking Data Fusion Analyst, you'll oversee real time monitoring of imagery, tracking data, and associated satellite communications links for the Operations Center.

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You will primarily work regular business hours in a 24-hour, multi-satellite operations environment. You will thrive in this role if you have a desire to be part of a team on the forefront of one of the most advanced satellite constellations in the world and are highly motivated and passionate about engineering and space systems.This position requires an active/current Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).What You'll Do:Utilize complex data analytics tools to track, trend, and analyze potential problems and anomalous conditions that may affect operations

Play a key role to investigate root cause and resolve issues where situations require an in-depth evaluation of factors that have been discovered or referred by operations teamsWork independently to leverage tools to provide visuals of data for evaluationBe responsible for developing training to support plans and proceduresIdentify and autonomously implement ideas, solutions, processes, procedures, and checklists focused on continuous process improvement, and more efficient operationsAs needed, provide on-call support, real-time investigation, and troubleshooting for operations anomalies related to tracking data

Experience & Education Requirements / EEO

What You'll Need to Succeed:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or related field OR equivalent relevant experience in lieu of degree8+ years of relevant experience working in the surveillance or space fieldExcellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues to groups outside of your team or those who are unfamiliar with the topicHave confidence and be able to easily build relationships with leadership and colleagues outside of your teamPossess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions and come up with out-of-the-box solutionsBe proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with othersCapable of prioritizing your own tasks and potentially the tasks of others while making sure deadlines are met

Things That Would be

Great

if You Brought to the Table:Active TOP SECRET DoD (Department of Defense) security clearanceExperience with advanced data fusionReal time operations with the DoD

We'll also need you to

:Provide on-call support as neededBe a U.S. Citizen

Work Environment:This position exclusively works in the operations center. The position is largely sedentary with the majority of the position sitting in a chair and working with a computer. The role uses basic office equipment including a phone, video, computer, keyboard, mouse and printer. For meetings in person, this position will need to be able stand, walk within the office and climb stairs on occasion.Iridium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a protected veteran. EOE of Minorities/Females/Vets/Disability and other protected categories.