Satellite Engineer
About The Position
Qwaltec is seeking a Satellite Engineer to join their team in support of the U.S. Space Force 10th Satellite Operations Squadron (10 SOPS) contract: On Orbit Engineering Services (OOES). This role involves providing specialized support to 10 SOPS to ensure continuous satellite mission capability. Responsibilities include satellite health and status analysis, mission planning and scheduling, real-time commanding support, anomaly response and resolution, and developing an in-depth understanding of the satellite systems supported. Support is primarily during normal working hours but will include some off-hours work and potential for travel to the squadron’s headquarters facility in Pt. Mugu, CA (less than 5%).
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences
- 5 to 15 years of experience in Aerospace or related fields
- Knowledge of Satellite Command and Control Ground Systems
- Ability to quickly identify and solve technical problems
- Ability to plan and schedule operational activities
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
- Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance or higher
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated experience developing training plans and materials and effectively training technical professionals
Responsibilities
- Satellite constellation monitoring and reporting
- Real-time satellite commanding
- Mission planning and scheduling
- Telemetry data trending and analysis
- Procedure development and improvement
- Software and system testing and validation
- Train personnel in satellite communications and/or operations
Benefits
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Comprehensive, employer-paid benefits package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (100% employer-paid)
- High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k)-retirement plan with an employer match of up to 5%
- 11 paid holidays, including three floating holidays
- 100% employer-paid military leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
