Spacecraft Mission Operator
The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Spacecraft Mission Operator for small satellite operations. Mission operators will work with a small, dynamic team to support operation center set up and day-to-day operations. The operations team will run a “lights out” (Monday-Friday, 8-5) work schedule during normal operations. The position will require flexibility in work hours during launch, early operations, and anomaly resolution to support needs outside the normal work schedule.During periods of key deliverables, Mission Operations staff may be required to work day, swing, and night shifts.
Responsibilities include:
· Perform on-console tasks for real-time operations and anomaly investigations for multiple missions
· Develop and execute:
o Exercises and rehearsals
o Procedures for mission operations
o Spacecraft contact plans and schedules
o Training material
· Respond to anomalies, software issues/failures
· Test software and procedures
· Trend and monitor telemetry
· Monitor health and safety of space and ground segments
· Support mission integration into the operations center
Required Qualifications:
· Ability to quickly learn new software and technical subjects
· Hold an active TS/SCI clearance with active SSBI
· Excellent organization communication skills
· Have a positive “can-do” attitude
· Work well in both a team environment and executing individual tasks
· Willing to work off hours if needed (as mission requirements dictate)
Previous satellite operations experience is not needed. We are willing to provide hands-on training to fly satellites to those applicants who meet the minimum requirements stated above.
Preferred Qualifications:
· BS degree in engineering, computer science, or relevant technical field
· Previous satellite operations center experience
· General knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, orbit dynamics, and ground systems
· Attitude, determination, and control (ADCS)
· Experience with:
o Telemetry analysis and trending
o STK modeling
o Orbit analysis
o Thermal analysis
o Electrical power systems
o Communication systems
o Space situational awareness
o Command and data handling
o Flight and ground software
o Network administration
o Data management
About SDL: as nonprofit unit of the Utah State University Research Foundation, SDL has been solving the technical challenges faced by the military, science community, and industry since 1959. SDL offers flexible work schedules and competitive salaries and benefits. As a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC), SDL also offers unique benefits, such as company contribution of 14.2% of annual gross earnings for retirement for exempt staff and discounted USU tuition of 50% for employees and dependents.
AA/EOE