Muon Space
Operations and Automation Engineer
About this role
Muon Space seeks an Operations and Automation Engineer to design and implement automation solutions for satellite fleet monitoring, maintenance, and operational execution. You will troubleshoot anomalies, analyze telemetry data, coordinate maneuvers, and collaborate across disciplines to ensure optimal satellite performance and mission continuity.
What you'll do
- Design and implement automation solutions for spacecraft and ground station operations to support multiple simultaneous missions
- Execute satellite operation procedures, troubleshoot anomalies, and implement corrective actions
- Analyze telemetry data and satellite health reports to identify issues and implement preventive measures
- Plan and coordinate satellite maneuvers including orbit corrections and station-keeping operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on satellite operations and fleet integration
- Support new satellite integration from launch through operational phase
What they're looking for
- Python, Julia, or high-level scripting languages
- Complex systems automation and operations
- Satellite subsystems knowledge (power, propulsion, communication, payload)
- Telemetry analysis and anomaly troubleshooting
- Spacecraft or ground station operations experience
- Problem-solving under pressure and critical decision-making
- Cross-functional collaboration and communication
- Industry standards and regulatory knowledge (ITU, FCC)
Benefits
- Equity compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Three weeks paid vacation plus 12 paid holidays
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Unlimited sick time and paid parental leave
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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 automating complex systems. What tools and languages did you use, and what challenges did you overcome?
- Tell us about a time you troubleshot a critical issue in a live operational system. How did you approach it and what was the outcome?