Satellite Engineer

QWALTEC INCORPORATED

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences
  • 5 to 15 years of experience in Aerospace or related fields
  • Eligibility for Secret Security Clearance
  • Knowledge of Satellite Command and Control Ground Systems
  • Ability to problem-solve technical issues quickly
  • Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, C, Python, and Perl.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and report on satellite constellations
  • Execute real-time satellite commanding
  • Plan and schedule satellite missions
  • Analyze telemetry data and identify trends
  • Develop and improve operational procedures
  • Conduct software and system testing and validation
  • Automate Command and Control processes and train personnel.

Benefits

  • Supportive work environment aimed at personal growth
  • Opportunities for learning and innovation
  • Participation in mission-critical projects
  • Emphasis on work-life balance and employee satisfaction
  • Potential travel opportunities to California for training.
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:
  • Satellite constellation monitoring and reporting
  • Real-time satellite commanding
  • Mission planning and scheduling
  • Telemetry data trending and analysis
  • Procedure development and improvement
  • Software and system testing and validation
  • Automating Command and Control processes?
  • Train personnel in satellite communications and/or operations?

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences
  • 5 to 15 years of experience in Aerospace or related fields
  • Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
  • Knowledge of Satellite Command and Control Ground Systems?
  • Ability to quickly identify and solve technical problems
  • Ability to plan and schedule operational activities
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
  • Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience developing training plans and materials and effectively training technical professionals.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • 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.

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