Mission Operations Engineer V - Satellite Operator

Arcfield•Louisville, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Orion Space Solutions, an Arcfield company, is seeking a seasoned and highly skilled Senior Satellite Operator to join our Louisville, Colorado-based team, with a focus on supporting satellite operations outside of standard business hours. This senior-level role requires extensive experience in satellite operations, as well as advanced troubleshooting and decision-making skills to ensure mission success during nighttime, weekend, or holiday shifts. The successful candidate will play a critical role in leading real-time operations, anomaly response, and coordination during off-hours.

Requirements

BS degree in a related technical field with 10-12 years of related experience or MS with 8-10 years of experience or a PhD with 5-7 years of experience
Minimum of 5+ years of experience working with satellite systems, ground segment operations, or related projects.
Deep understanding of satellite telemetry, tracking, and command systems (TT&C).
Strong knowledge of orbital mechanics, spacecraft systems, and satellite communication networks.
Proven expertise in managing real-time monitoring and anomaly troubleshooting for spacecraft and ground station operations.
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities in critical situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with orbital adjustments, payload operations, and satellite mission deployment.
Familiarity with advanced ground station systems and satellite control software.
Knowledge of government regulations (FCC, ITU, or NOAA) and cybersecurity best practices in satellite operations.
Proficiency in programming, data scripting, or automation tools (e.g., Grafana, Python, MATLAB, or similar programming languages/tools).
Experience providing mentorship or leadership for junior operators or team members.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine and complex monitoring, tracking, and control of satellite telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems.
Execute and supervise advanced mission plans for satellite maneuvers, orbit control activities, payload operations, and anomaly resolution in close coordination with program leadership and engineering staff.
Deploy established protocols for identifying, troubleshooting, and mitigating satellite anomalies in real time.
Analyze large-scale satellite telemetry datasets to assess performance trends and identify potential issues.
Prepare and refine detailed reports on satellite health and mission progress for dissemination to stakeholders and customers.
Act as a technical liaison, coordinating activities between internal teams, external ground stations, contractors, and mission operation centers.
Provide guidance and mentorship for junior satellite operators during training or ongoing operations.
Ensure meticulous record-keeping of operational activities and update technical documentation as needed.
Maintain compliance with proprietary protocols, industry guidelines, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FCC, ITU, NOAA).