York Space Systems

Systems Engineer - Mission Operations Lead

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

$100-130k

Full Time

an hour ago

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Job description

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.

York Space Systems is seeking a Systems Engineer – Mission Operations Lead to drive various mission planning and execution activities for the Mission Operations team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Act as the mission operations focal point for all development activities for a program’s complete lifecycle; interface and coordinate with customer, PM and other engineering leads
Lead the development of mission concept of operations, operations plans, and other relevant program documentation in preparation for commissioning and on orbit operations
Support customer communication by providing technical insights, updates, and coordination
Plan and execute table-top exercises and mission rehearsals to ensure operational readiness; train and task junior team members as necessary
Perform on-console spacecraft operations tasks supporting real-time activities and anomaly investigations for multiple missions
Lead the creation and maintenance of mission-specific operational documentation, including spacecraft checklists, command scripts and customer training artifacts
Execute telemetry data trending and monitoring by developing and using trending tools and methods
Identify, create, or utilize available tools to model and analyze a given systems performance and capabilities in relation to mission objectives
Manage the tasking of mission ops personnel during development tasks
Ability to work off hours, weekends and holidays; shift work as required
Lead a team during launch, early orbit and commissioning real time activities
Drive anomaly investigations, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvements, while ensuring timely resolution and documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

BS degree in engineering, computer science, or relevant technical field, plus 4-8 years of relevant experience
Working knowledge of satellite operations, spacecraft subsystems, orbit dynamics, spacecraft testing or ground systems
Ability to quickly learn operational procedures, new software, and complex technical subjects
Experience developing and testing operational documentation
Willingness to work extended periods of rotating shifts, off hours and weekend/holidays
Clear and concise verbal communication skills
Active Security Clearance – SECRET highly desired with eligibility for TS/SCI in the future
Desired – familiarity with JIRA, Confluence, Sharepoint or other project management tools

BENEFITS

In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.

York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.