Engineer Principal - Mission Operations Systems Engineer
About The Position
We're seeking a self-motivated systems engineer to join our Systems Operations and Sustainment team. Our multi-disciplinary teams prepare for launch, initialization, and early operations of satellites. As a key part of the launch and commissioning team, we support on orbit test, factory reach-back, operations, and maintenance of satellites through their mission life. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
Requirements
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required.
- Experience in mission operations, including one or more of the following areas:
- Operations readiness activities, rehearsals, and launch support activities.
- On-console satellite operations.
- Spacecraft commissioning.
- Spacecraft, payload, or subsystem design.
- Mission management, command and control.
- Operations product development such as command execution scripts, alarm limits, mission system constraints, operating procedures, training material, or tools.
- Familiarity with systems engineering processes, such as requirements management, change and configuration management, and verification and validation.
- Excellent organization, communication, and teaming skills.
Nice To Haves
- A current, active TS/SCI clearance.
- Experience with Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
- Technical leadership experience.
- Experience in related disciplines such as software engineering, hardware engineering, or integration and test.
- Experience using simulators, test benches, or flatsats.
- Experience with ground systems.
- Knowledge of Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence).
- Knowledge of requirements management tools such as Jama or DOORS.
Responsibilities
- Develop, update, and test mission operations products such as command execution scripts, alarm limits, constraints, operating procedures, training material, or tools.
- Contribute to the planning and successful execution of rehearsals, test events, launch, commissioning, and early operations.
- Collaborate with and coordinate subject matter experts. This may include tasks such as technical review meetings, staffing coordination, account and logistics support, and team briefings and training.
- Support the verification and validation of mission operations products through unit, system, and enterprise tests.
- Perform telemetry trending, performance analysis, calibration, and maintenance activities for the satellite.
- Participate in on-orbit operations, assess satellite and ground system state of health, and assist with anomaly support.
- Support integration and test of new capabilities and/or product releases for the satellite or ground system.
- Prepare and present technical content to peers, management, and customers.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule. Schedule may include periodic support for night, weekend, or on-call shifts.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
Benefits
- health, dental, and vision insurance
- health savings accounts
- a 401(k) savings plan
- disability coverage
- life and accident insurance
- employee assistance program
- a legal plan
- discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance
- paid time off
- paid holidays
- paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave
- company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
