Entry Level Satellite Operations Engineer

You will train as an operations engineer on experimental satellite systems in our Kirtland AFB office. In addition, you will support Concept Exploration, Mission Readiness, and Operations for unique, one-of-a-kind satellite systems at the RDT&E Support Complex (RSC), Kirtland AFB, NM.

Key Activities include:
Support system readiness, planning, preparation, execution and evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations, on-orbit operations and end-of-life retirement/disposal.

Analyze activities associated with both ground operational systems and spacecraft operational systems.

Issue commands, directives and other instructions to fixed, deployable and mobile tracking stations.

Support user and customer interface meetings, exercise and rehearsals

Function as a Satellite Vehicle Expert and support system readiness, planning, preparation, execution and evaluation for satellite launch and early orbit operations, on-orbit operations and end-of-life retirement and disposal.

Perform mission and pre-pass planning, scheduling, data trending and analysis, real-time operations, and spacecraft anomaly resolution.

Special operations may require work during non-standard periods. Rotating shift work is required during initial phase of employment.

Required Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, a related technical field or equivalent experience

Preferred Experience:
Ability to script in PERL, C# or other scripting languages

Satellite operations related coursework including mission design and development, orbit analysis, mission planning, etc.

Relevant course work in satellite operations

C, C++ or related programming experience

**CA** (for internal purposes only)

Required Experience