Full Job Description
Qwaltec is seeking a Satellite Engineer to join our team in support of the U.S. Space Force 10th Satellite Operations Squadron (10 SOPS) contract: On Orbit Engineering Services (OOES). Work will be performed at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.
10 SOPS is responsible for operating, managing, and maintaining communications satellite systems that provide reliable service to users worldwide. The successful candidate will join Qwaltec's small team of engineers providing specialized support to 10 SOPS to ensure continuous satellite mission capability. Responsibilities will include analysis/validation of satellite health and status, mission planning and scheduling, on-console support of real time commanding, anomaly response and resolution, and developing an in-depth understanding of the design and function of the satellites supported. Responsibilities may also include training customer personnel, ground systems troubleshooting and testing, and development and maintenance of satellite operations automation systems.
Support is provided primarily during normal working hours but will include some off-hours work and potential for travel to the squadron's headquarters facility in Pt. Mugu, CA (less than 5%).
Requirements
The successful candidate will perform the following duties:
30 Satellite constellation monitoring and reporting
30 Real-time satellite commanding
30 Mission planning and scheduling
30 Telemetry data trending and analysis
30 Procedure development and improvement
30 Software and system testing and validation
30 Automating Command and Control processes?
30 Train personnel in satellite communications and/or operations?
Qualifications
30 Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences
30 5 to 15 years of experience in Aerospace or related fields
30 Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
30 Knowledge of Satellite Command and Control Ground Systems?
30 Ability to quickly identify and solve technical problems
30 Ability to plan and schedule operational activities
30 Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
30 Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience developing training plans and materials and effectively training technical professionals.
30 Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
30 Familiarity with Java, C, Python, and Perl
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering, or other physical science is required.
5-15 years of experience in Aerospace or related fields.