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    "description": "<h2>Responsibilities</h2>\n<p>Peraton is seeking a motivated, senior <strong>Spacecraft and Ground Systems Integration Engineer</strong></p>\n<p>in <strong>Colorado Springs, CO</strong> to support our Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program, delivering mission-critical satellite operations and ground system support for a government customer. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>This program provides real-time on-orbit support, launch and ascent operations, and End-of-Life (EOL) support for multiple national security satellite programs. The team serves as a key operational and engineering interface to the Satellite Control Network (SCN), ensuring mission success across all phases of satellite operations.</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Operations are primarily conducted at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, with additional support at other operational locations as required. 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