Mission Operations Engineer I

About the role

The Mission Operations (MO) Engineer ensures on‑orbit satellite programs meet mission objectives by leveraging detailed knowledge of satellite systems, payloads, and operations. The MO Engineer supports integration and test of payload missions, works under Systems Engineering and/or MO leads, and collaborates closely with engineering teams and program management to handle mission requirements management, system modelling, simulation, operational documentation, on‑orbit procedure development, planning, lab integration, and formal test of payload systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical tasks based on current program priorities and assigned action items.
• Support satellite passes in the Payload Operations Center (POC).
• Conduct daily stand‑up meetings in support of MO lead tasking.
• Run Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HWIL) FlatSat and support related testing.
• Operate Satellite Tool Kit (STK) for modeling and simulation.
• Contribute content to the satellite pass contact plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and hold a DoD Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (minimum).
• 0–3 years of experience in an engineering role.
• Desired: Experience in a Mission Operations Center or Satellite Operations Center.
• Desired: Experience with modeling & simulation environments (e.g., STK, AFSIM).
• Strongly Desired: Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.

Pay

Base salary range: $80,000 – $95,000, depending on qualifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan.
• Eligibility for a year‑end bonus.
• Paid leave options including vacation, sick leave, bereavement, and FMLA.