Spacecraft Operator

Company: Tyvak Nano-Satellite Systems, Inc.
Location: Irvine
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

Spacecraft Operator

Tyvak Spacecraft Operators will focus primarily on operations of on-orbit spacecraft and the ground stations that support them. Operators will be expected to participate in launch campaigns, work fixed shifts, and serve as first responders to spacecraft anomalies.

Specific responsibilities include

• Monitor, assess and maintain the operational health of in-orbit spacecraft. Includes writing, testing, verifying and executing spacecraft command sequences which may include spacecraft configuration changes.
• Perform data analysis tasks in order to assess spacecraft health over long periods and provide reports on said analysis, highlighting any items of interest that have been identified.
• Screen spacecraft telemetry for known anomalies and take appropriate, prompt corrective action according to established procedures
• Prepare and execute spacecraft schedules, and monitor ongoing schedule executive to ensure proper delivery of data to the end customer.
• Hours are 2nd shift 2 00pm-pm
  
  Requirements
  
  • Degree-in-progress from an accredited university in a relevant STEM field, or equivalent work experience
  • Proficiency in at least one programing / scripting language (python preferred)
  • Comfortable with command line environments (Linux preferred)
  • Attention to detail, ability to write and keep excellent notes
  • Strong fundamental understanding of computer networking preferred
  • Good communication skills required, including the ability to express ideas clearly both verbally and in writing in time critical situations
  • Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
  • US Citizenship Required, and the ability to obtain a US security Clearance
    
    Benefits
    
    • Competitive health benefits, including 100% Company Paid Medical PPO plan for Employees and Dependents.
    • Generous Paid Company Holiday schedule.
    • Paid Time Off Package.
    • DISCLAIMERS To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Terran Orbital/Tyvak is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, veteran status, disability status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

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