Associate Satellite Operations Systems Engineer

Boeing•Springfield, VA

3d•$98,600 - $133,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Government Space Operations (GSO) team is seeking a Satellite Operations Systems Engineer (Level 2) to support daily operations at a spacecraft ground station as part of a Mission Operations team in Springfield, VA. The Command and control engineering team is responsible for all aspects of spacecraft operations and maintenance. In addition, the team works with proprietary customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space. Our group works all facets of spacecraft operations from spacecraft control, spacecraft system engineering, mission planning, and vehicle engineering. The Associate Space Vehicle Operations Systems Engineer will be a part of a high-performing team that are immersed in highly complex operational systems. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with software developers, external engineering groups, and our customer to resolve anomalies, integrate new or upgraded systems, and strive for 100% mission success. This role will include a comprehensive On-The-Job training program, where you will learn about our ground software systems, RF signals, antenna systems, and spacecraft orbits.

Requirements

Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment.
A final U.S. Top Secret Clearance and CI Poly Pre-Start is required.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
1 year or more of experience in a technical or engineering field (typically acquired through various certifications, technical work experience, apprenticeships, technical coursework, and/or military experience).
Ability to complete a certification program.
Willingness to work a rotating/variable shift schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Nice To Haves

Classroom or professional experience working directly with aerospace vehicles.
Experience with RF (radio frequency) signals and/or ground communication network systems.
Experience in one or more of the following: C, C++, Python, Matlab, Java or Linux.
Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI with Completed CI or Full Scope Polygraph.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of spacecraft operations, including mission planning and/or monitoring and trending the on-orbit spacecraft telemetry looking for adverse trends that could affect operations, as well as planning and execution of all required spacecraft and ground system maintenance and recovery from spacecraft anomalies.
Ensuring the integrity of the ground system and operational software to maintain command and control.
Coordinate with external groups on current and future ground system testing and integration; spacecraft launch, transfer and initialization (LT&I); as well as participate in war rooms in support of anomaly resolutions.
Analyze technical data, verify and sustain specific system configurations in accordance with defined constraints and operational requirements.
Coordinate with management and peers to ensure the integrity and continuity of high quality operational products including procedures, tools, detailed event logging, training material and system configuration.
Create and collaborate on process improvements that aim to increase operational efficiency, for example, by developing new software tools, creating new operational procedures and increasing system automation.