Spacecraft Mission Operations

Overview
This role focuses on owning spacecraft operations as an integrated system. You will help architect and operate the ground system, develop flight operations products, and lead mission execution for a long‑duration, multi‑role spacecraft designed for sustained on‑orbit operations.
Unlike event‑driven missions with a fixed endpoint, this role supports missions that evolve over months to years and require disciplined, scalable, and adaptable operational frameworks. You will work closely with spacecraft subsystem teams, payload stakeholders, and mission leadership to translate vehicle design into safe, repeatable, and sustainable on‑orbit operations.
If you are motivated by building operational systems that must endure, adapt, and scale over long mission lifetimes, this role is a strong fit.

Responsibilities
Ground System Management

Derive and maintain operational requirements for spacecraft missions and author portions of Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Lead integration and validation of ground segment tools, data pipelines, and remote interfaces required for sustained orbital operations
Plan and execute Ground Readiness Tests (GRTs) and end‑to‑end mission simulations for assigned subsystems or mission capabilities

Flight Operations Products

Own the operational framework for one or more spacecraft subsystems, authoring mission‑critical procedures and automation scripts
Lead cross‑functional working groups with subsystem engineers to mature procedures across commissioning, routine operations, maneuvers, and contingency scenarios
Define operational capabilities and develop internal tools to improve efficiency, reliability, and situational awareness for long‑duration missions

Simulations and Training

Design subsystem‑focused “Day‑in‑the‑Life” (DITL) simulation scenarios that stress long‑term operational behaviors and fault responses
Collaborate with simulator and flight software teams to ensure realistic and operationally relevant simulation fidelity
Mentor junior engineers and support operator readiness for nominal and off‑nominal scenarios

Mission Execution & Long‑Duration Operations

Staff critical console roles during commissioning, maneuvers, and anomaly resolution events
Lead real‑time operations for assigned subsystems and provide clear technical status to mission leadership

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Required Qualifications

Experience: 2+ years in spacecraft operations, systems engineering, or flight/ground software
Mission Experience: On‑console support for at least one live mission (LEO, GEO, or deep space)
Technical:

Authoring flight procedures, telemetry displays, and automation scripts
Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in at least one spacecraft subsystem
Experience working in Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) environments and supporting government customers


Software: Proficiency in Python for automation, data processing, and internal tool development
Soft Skills: Disciplined troubleshooting approach with the ability to align engineering teams and communicate clearly during time‑critical operations

Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting long‑duration or operationally complex spacecraft
Prior involvement in ground system tool development or mission operations architecture
Active or previously held U.S. Government security clearance (Secret or higher)
Exposure to secure mission operations or government space programs

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.