Satellite On-Orbit Operations Engineer

Responsibilities

• Detect and triage emerging anomalies on satellite bus and payload hardware
• Develop operational processes and strategies for new versions and new performance targets of orbital assets and satellite subsystems
• Write software deployed to satellites to automate fault detection and response
• Develop ground software systems that manage vehicle state, streamline commanding, and facilitate deorbits
• Work closely with engineers from adjacent disciplines to deliver high-performance network connectivity
• Challenge assumptions and work to find simple solutions to complex problems

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or other STEM discipline
• 1+ years of experience with Python, SQL, and/or bash scripting
• Experience working on interdisciplinary engineering projects involving software and hardware interaction
• Ability to work extended hours or weekends for mission critical deadlines
• Ability to work on an "on-call" basis on a weeklong rotational schedule

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or aerospace engineering
• Thorough understanding of hardware reliability and electrical/mechanical failure mechanisms
• Strong understanding of computers, programming languages (Python, C/C++), and formal software development processes
• Experience with troubleshooting complex systems with data analysis
• Experience developing functional test plans or field test operations plans
• Thorough understanding of metrology, measurement error, and uncertainty analysis

About the Company

SpaceX is leveraging its experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world’s most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world’s largest satellite constellation, providing fast, reliable internet to more than 10M+ users worldwide.