Space Operations Specialist I - Las Cruces NM

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Las Cruces, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking a Space Operations Systems Engineer for satellite Operations and Maintenance (O&M) positions. The selected candidate will join a skilled O&M team supporting satellite operations in a 24/7 environment. The role requires availability for overtime and non-scheduled call-in support, and may involve day-staff or rotating-shift assignments based on team needs. Candidates must successfully complete a company-sponsored certification program lasting 6–12 weeks after onboarding as a condition of continued employment. The position is onsite five days each normally scheduled week. Work may take place in an office, laboratory, cleanroom, or production-floor environment. Travel and local commuting between company campuses and other locations may be required. Travel is listed as less than 10%. Relocation is available. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and currently possess Top Secret/SCI Polygraph clearance.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must currently possess and be able to obtain Top Secret/SCI Polygraph clearance.
Must successfully complete a company-sponsored certification program lasting 6–12 weeks after onboarding as a condition of continued employment.
Must be available to work in a 24/7 operations environment, including rotating shifts or a day-staff assignment depending on staffing and program needs.
Must be available for overtime and non-scheduled call-in support.
Must work onsite five days each normally scheduled week.

Responsibilities

Conduct mission-specific, real-time spacecraft and satellite flight operations during readiness, execution, and evaluation phases.
Develop detailed plans and procedures to support missions, including orbit dynamics, satellite performance analysis, and command and control of on-orbit satellites.
Provide technical direction for on-orbit mission support.
Plan for critical vehicle malfunctions and recommend alternate operating techniques and process improvements.
Analyze satellite failures and performance using telemetry data.
Analyze and monitor software performance.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and the company.
Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.