AOCS Satellite Engineer

Globalstar•Milpitas, CA

About The Position

As an Attitude and Orbital Control Subsystem (AOCS) Satellite Engineer, you will ensure the performance and status of on-orbit control systems for current and next-generation LEO satellites. You will work with a team of engineers to monitor and maintain Globalstar’s satellite assets, support satellite operations, and help ensure satellite safety and payload mission performance. The position includes participating in real-time nominal operations and anomaly resolution and recovery; monitoring telemetry and satellite performance; maintaining operational procedures, scripts, and tools; and preparing and overseeing command execution as needed. The role requires coordinating with other departments and following job-related instructions and duties requested by the supervisor. Travel and work after regularly scheduled hours may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Aerospace, or a closely related Engineering field.
At least 7 years of experience with Satellite Attitude and Orbital Control Subsystems.
At least 5 years of experience with PID controllers, satellite sensors, and actuators.
Experience working in an established, well-defined process environment.
Familiarity with Python and MATLAB.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact clearly and concisely with all departments and levels of management.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with NetSuite.
Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
Willingness and ability to work after regularly scheduled hours as needed.
Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods (4 to 8 hours).
Ability to operate the equipment used for the job.
Ability to lift 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or a closely related Engineering field.
At least 10 years of experience with Satellite Attitude and Orbital Control Subsystems.

Responsibilities

Work with a team of engineers to monitor and maintain Globalstar satellite assets across multiple generations of satellites.
Establish and maintain subject matter expertise in the Globalstar Satellite Attitude and Orbit Control Subsystem.
Determine methods to optimize attitude pointing performance while minimizing satellite safety risk in support of payload mission requirements.
Perform trend analysis on the aging of onboard satellite Attitude and Orbit Control Subsystem sensors and actuators.
Write and maintain satellite operations procedures and scripts.
Participate in real-time operations for nominal operations, anomaly resolution, and anomaly recovery.
Monitor satellite operations in real time to confirm nominal performance or recommend contingency actions.
Develop and maintain tools to streamline satellite and ground operations.
Prepare commanding requests for operators in accordance with the established operations plan.
Oversee the execution of commanding as necessary.
Perform required short- and long-term telemetry monitoring and analysis to assure satellite safety.
Perform other job-related duties requested by the supervisor.