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Manager, Ground Operations
2018-09-27 17:27:24| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Where others see barriers, we see opportunities. Do you enjoy supporting customers realizing breakthrough value? Do you stay attuned to your customers needs and visions? Do you like to work openly and supportively together with your colleagues and customers? Our work involves many different minds and skills, it cant be done alone. Its a great time being SES. SES is the worldleading satellite operator providing endtoend communications solutions. SES leads across new technologies in video, enterprise, mobility and government. We are a team of people coming from all across the globe who work together to make a real difference in the world. We help to bridge the digital divide by connecting millions of people on the African continent. We make it possible for people to stay connected while flying 10km up on a commercial airplane. We provide expensive satellite coverage of all of the worlds seas and ocean regions via our dedicated mobility beams. We distribute 7,400 channels to more than 1 billion people in 317 million homes. We work together with our partners to develop new standards that transform how people consume and enjoy entertainment. Your Job Technicalpeople manager responsible for all Ground Operations activities and processes at the Manassas WMP teleport and the Manassas Ridge as required in the future. Your Responsibilities Setup and configuration of satellite communication systems TTC and service support systems for the SES fleet and thirdparty spacecraft as required Management and maintenance of the Manassas WMP ground assets also Manassas Ridge supportas required Support of satellite missions including Launch and Early Orbit Phase LEOP, Beginning of Life BOL operations and spacecraft relocationdrift missions Manage and lead the ManassasWMP Ground Operations team Provide exemplary leadership and energize the team to attain the goals of SES and its various business units Leadcontribute to projects for the execution of strategic growth opportunities in the interest of the various SES Business Units Liaise at project level with all relevant internal departments, in particular Ground Systems Engineering and affiliates to ensure consistency in the implementation interface with the technical liaison functions of each business unit Effectively allocate resources and capital to support the tasks and projects Provide fast, timely resolution of problems and communicate effectively to customers and to the entire SES organization Establish common policies and procedures for the operation of the teleport and interfaces with the different control rooms e.g. SOC, PMOC, NOC, and SMC Measure process performance and teleport system performance against contracted Service Level Agreements SLAs Monitor department expenses against allocated budget and determine where synergies exist. Recommend and drive the implementation of such synergies. Recruit talent to support the goals of the organization Oversight and management of the Manassas WMP warehouse and office space Your Profile At least ten years of satellite communication technical experience At least ten years of earth station experience At least 2 years of technical supervisory experience as a positive, effective leader 2year technical degree diploma or equivalent combination of experience education Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse organization Ability to identify and effectively implement change and solve problems Strong people management skills including team building, tasks delegation and staff coachingsupervision Fluency in written and oral English. Other languages are considered as valuable assets Ability to build openminded crossfunctional liaison Project Management skills are considered a valuable asset High level of integrity and strong work ethic Proactive team player with strong relationship building qualities Strong SATCOM, broadband, telecommunications, digital video, and TCPIP skills Ability to coach, teach, and mentor a technical team We Offer You A diverse workplace. For SES, diversity is more than a question of gender or race we welcome different minds and different skills. An exciting job opportunity in a fast moving and fascinating industry. Our technology is launching into space on the next generation of rockets. Opportunities to further grow and develop in a global and growing company we believe lifelong learning is key to bring the best of SES worldwide. A comprehensive compensation package linked to your performance and further completed with attractive benefits. SES and its Affiliated Companies are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In conformity with U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ITAR and the Export Administration Regulations EAR, andor other applicable U.S. law, regulation or other requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, certain positions may require U.S. Citizenship, status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324ba3, or eligibility to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce
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