Muon Space
Mission Operations Engineer
About this role
Muon Space seeks a Mission Operations Engineer to oversee satellite fleet operations, monitor system health, and execute orbital maneuvers. You'll troubleshoot anomalies, design automation solutions, and collaborate across engineering teams to ensure optimal satellite performance and longevity.
What you'll do
- Execute satellite operation procedures and manage simultaneous missions with a small operations team
- Analyze telemetry data and health reports to assess performance and implement preventive measures
- Troubleshoot anomalies and system malfunctions using technical expertise and established procedures
- Plan and coordinate satellite maneuvers, orbit corrections, and station-keeping operations
- Design and implement automation solutions for satellite monitoring and maintenance
- Support integration of new satellites into the fleet and facilitate launch-to-operations transition
What they're looking for
- Python, Julia, or high-level scripting languages
- Satellite systems and subsystems knowledge (power, propulsion, communication, payload)
- Spacecraft or ground station operations experience
- Telemetry analysis and anomaly troubleshooting
- System automation and complex systems management
- Cross-functional collaboration and communication
- Problem-solving under pressure
- ITU and FCC regulatory familiarity
Benefits
- Equity compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Three weeks paid vacation plus 12 paid holidays
- Unlimited sick time and paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
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Muon Space
Muon Space builds satellites and infrared remote sensing instruments for Earth observation and geospatial data collection. The company is hiring systems engineers, flight software engineers, optical engineers, and software engineers to develop spacecraft, embedded satellite systems, and internal operational software.
- Website
- muonspace.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience operating or automating complex systems and how you'd apply it to satellite operations.
- How have you troubleshot critical issues in production systems while maintaining service continuity?