Satellite Operations Engineer
About The Position
Satellite servicing missions require spacecraft capable of autonomous, robotic operations in orbit. To fulfill our mission, Starfish has developed the Otter satellite servicing vehicle, which relies on autonomous software technologies to conduct rendezvous, proximity operations, and docking in orbit. We are looking for a Satellite Operations Engineer to help Starfish become excellent and efficient at operating satellites. In this role, you will be on console, operating vehicles directly, uploading commands and looking at telemetry. Additionally, you will also build software to improve our operations and help us scale effectively.
Requirements
- Must be a US person (citizen or permanent resident)
- Willing to work from Tukwila, Washington
- Software development education or experience
- Capable of working in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Nice To Haves
- 0+ years of relevant experience
- B.S. degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or similar field
- Working knowledge of Python and C++
- Previous experience with numerical simulations
Responsibilities
- Operate satellites on console, uploading commands and monitoring telemetry.
- Build software to improve satellite operations and enable scaling.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
