{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"92a9e324ae37f5c037f44280","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/92a9e324ae37f5c037f44280","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/92a9e324ae37f5c037f44280","title":"Data Controller/Computer Operator IV","description":"SaiTech, Inc. is seeking to fill a Data Controller position at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA. The Data Controller coordinates and processes the receipt, logging, archiving and distribution of real-time telemetry, monitor, radio science, tracking and command information between the Deep Space Network and individual spacecraft projects.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nResponsible for Telemetry Tracking & Command (TT&C) configuration and data delivery during real-time, system development and operational test activities. Performs quality and continuity telemetry data checking, submitting and processing appropriate data recalls in accordance with project requirements. Interface with flight projects, development personnel and testers on technical system related problems. Maintains prime resource allocation and configuration of approximately 40 core computers in addition to providing user assistance for over 300 project workstations.\n\nUnder general direction of JPL management, and immediate supervision of the Task Manager, performs critical work in support of multiple spacecraft. Work is technical, complex, project specific and customer oriented. The unpredictable nature of this real-time position defies prediction of time allocation across the job components.\n\nMajor Job Activities:\n\nProvide continual real-time control of the TT&C operational systems during flight, test, and critical support.\nEstablish configurations of interfacing subsystems.\nKeep the Senior Controller apprised of any system degradation or failure and take or recommend appropriate action.\nPerform data quality checks on both inbound and outbound data streams.\nParticipate in data and system analysis.\nParticipate in the development of system and data trouble isolation procedures for all system and data related problems.\nInterface with project representatives and within the Data Systems Operations Team to coordinate user activities.\nInterface with system engineers and make recommendations for operational improvements.\nParticipate in the development of Standard Operating Procedures.\nIdentify equipment malfunctions and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance actions.\nLoad data to the Telemetry Delivery Subsystem (TDS) for project access.\nEnsure the satisfaction of the customer, which includes all spacecraft project personnel.\nMaintain an operational log and shift-turnover activity list of events.\nMaintain control and configuration of delivered software.\nSupport programming, hardware development, and testing personnel as required.\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nFour years progressive experience in data processing of which at least two are working with network systems.\nMust know system configuration, debugging techniques, testing philosophies, and problem isolation techniques, UNIX and some C-shell and Perl programming.\nProvide correct system configuration and data broadcast, which are critical for the validity and efficiency of real-time project decisions and spacecraft commanding.\nDirectly accountable to the Task Manager and during off-shift hours, the Senior Controller\n\nEducation Contract Equivalent Statement:\n\nBS degree in Computer Science or(or related field), experience may be substituted.\n\nSummary:\n\nSaiTech, Inc. is an equal opportunity and anti-discrimination employer. SaiTech Inc, remains committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and fair workplace—while fully complying with federal employment laws including Section 503 and VEVRAA. This includes adhering strictly to merit-based employment principles and avoiding any policies or actions that might be interpreted as discriminatory or preferential based on protected characteristics. SaiTech is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.","company":"Saitech","rawCompany":"saitech","city":"Pasadena","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-06T18:16:47.195Z","occupations":[{"code":"55-3015.00","title":"Command and Control Center Specialists","slug":"command-and-control-center-specialists"},{"code":"17-3021.00","title":"Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians","slug":"aerospace-engineering-and-operations-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"}],"industries":[{"code":"927110","title":"Space Research and Technology","slug":"space-research-and-technology"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Data Controller/Computer Operator IV","description":"SaiTech, Inc. is seeking to fill a Data Controller position at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA. The Data Controller coordinates and processes the receipt, logging, archiving and distribution of real-time telemetry, monitor, radio science, tracking and command information between the Deep Space Network and individual spacecraft projects.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nResponsible for Telemetry Tracking & Command (TT&C) configuration and data delivery during real-time, system development and operational test activities. Performs quality and continuity telemetry data checking, submitting and processing appropriate data recalls in accordance with project requirements. Interface with flight projects, development personnel and testers on technical system related problems. Maintains prime resource allocation and configuration of approximately 40 core computers in addition to providing user assistance for over 300 project workstations.\n\nUnder general direction of JPL management, and immediate supervision of the Task Manager, performs critical work in support of multiple spacecraft. Work is technical, complex, project specific and customer oriented. The unpredictable nature of this real-time position defies prediction of time allocation across the job components.\n\nMajor Job Activities:\n\nProvide continual real-time control of the TT&C operational systems during flight, test, and critical support.\nEstablish configurations of interfacing subsystems.\nKeep the Senior Controller apprised of any system degradation or failure and take or recommend appropriate action.\nPerform data quality checks on both inbound and outbound data streams.\nParticipate in data and system analysis.\nParticipate in the development of system and data trouble isolation procedures for all system and data related problems.\nInterface with project representatives and within the Data Systems Operations Team to coordinate user activities.\nInterface with system engineers and make recommendations for operational improvements.\nParticipate in the development of Standard Operating Procedures.\nIdentify equipment malfunctions and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance actions.\nLoad data to the Telemetry Delivery Subsystem (TDS) for project access.\nEnsure the satisfaction of the customer, which includes all spacecraft project personnel.\nMaintain an operational log and shift-turnover activity list of events.\nMaintain control and configuration of delivered software.\nSupport programming, hardware development, and testing personnel as required.\n\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nFour years progressive experience in data processing of which at least two are working with network systems.\nMust know system configuration, debugging techniques, testing philosophies, and problem isolation techniques, UNIX and some C-shell and Perl programming.\nProvide correct system configuration and data broadcast, which are critical for the validity and efficiency of real-time project decisions and spacecraft commanding.\nDirectly accountable to the Task Manager and during off-shift hours, the Senior Controller\n\nEducation Contract Equivalent Statement:\n\nBS degree in Computer Science or(or related field), experience may be substituted.\n\nSummary:\n\nSaiTech, Inc. is an equal opportunity and anti-discrimination employer. SaiTech Inc, remains committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and fair workplace—while fully complying with federal employment laws including Section 503 and VEVRAA. This includes adhering strictly to merit-based employment principles and avoiding any policies or actions that might be interpreted as discriminatory or preferential based on protected characteristics. SaiTech is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.","datePosted":"2026-10-06T18:16:47.195Z","dateModified":"2026-10-06T18:16:47.195Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Saitech","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Pasadena","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"92a9e324ae37f5c037f44280"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/92a9e324ae37f5c037f44280"}}