Mission Operations Engineer I

SEAKR Engineering•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The Mission Operations Engineer ensures on-orbit satellite programs meet mission objectives by applying detailed knowledge of satellite systems, payloads, and operations. The role supports the integration and testing of payload missions and calls for a broad understanding of space Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and related aerospace disciplines, including electrical engineering, software, and testing. Working under the supervision of Systems Engineering and/or Mission Operations leads on a satellite vehicle program, the engineer collaborates with engineering teams and program management. The role supports or takes responsibility for mission requirements management, system modeling and simulation, operational documentation, on-orbit procedure development, planning, lab integration, and formal testing of payload systems. The engineer should be able to lead vehicle operations and execute mission operations procedures.

Requirements

Active DoD Secret Clearance or above.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
0–3 years in an engineering role.
U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Mission Operations Center or Satellite Operations Center.
Experience with modeling and simulation environments such as STK or AFSIM.

Responsibilities

Execute technical tasks according to current program priorities and assigned action items.
Support satellite passes in the Payload Operations Center (POC).
Conduct daily standups in support of Mission Operations lead tasking.
Run Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) Flat Sat and support testing.
Run Satellite Tool Kit (STK).
Contribute content to the satellite pass contact plan.
Support or take responsibility for mission requirements management, system modeling and simulation, operational documentation, on-orbit procedure development, planning, lab integration, and formal payload-system testing.
Lead vehicle operations and execute mission operations procedures.