Mission Operations Engineer
Quantum Space · Rockville, MD · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$140k–$200k/yrFull-time
What It Takes
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, physics, computer science, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
- 3-5 years of experience operating spacecraft
- Demonstrated experience in satellite or space mission operations, spacecraft engineering, or ground system operations
- Strong understanding of spacecraft subsystems (ACS, power, thermal, comms, propulsion, GNC)
- Familiarity with mission planning tools, ground control software, and telemetry/command processing systems
- Ability to interpret spacecraft telemetry, identify anomalies, and execute safe recovery procedures
- Experience working in real-time, high-reliability operations environments
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communications skills
- Ability to follow rigorous procedures while maintaining situational awareness and sound judgment
- Willingness to support shift, on-call, or critical event operations as mission needs dictate
Nice-to-Have Experience
- Maneuver planning experience
- On-call flight director or console lead experience
- Software/scripting capability (Python, MATLAB, STK, etc.)
- Experience with multi-satellite constellations
- Experience with government or commercial space operations standards (CCSDS, Range Safety, etc.)