Satellite Operations Specialist

2 hours, 2 minutes ago
Full-time
Junior
IoT and Embedded Systems
Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications

Kepler Communications is revolutionizing space connectivity with a cutting-edge network of satellites, delivering data at lightspeed and modernizing on-orbit communications to bring the Internet to outer space.

Diversified Telecommunication Services
51-250
Founded 2015
$16M raised

Description

  • Perform nominal satellite operations to maintain spacecraft health, the Kepler Network, and service delivery.
  • Address, triage, escalate, and resolve anomalies and customer-raised issues to restore service quickly.
  • Conduct trending and performance analysis for spacecraft platforms and payloads.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve operations processes and standard operating procedures.
  • Support launch preparations, LEOP, and commissioning activities for new spacecraft.
  • Test spacecraft functionality throughout the development process and contribute to spacecraft conceptual studies.
  • Provide design input for onboard autonomy and FDIR.
  • Update and develop tools to automate operational tasks and improve reliability.
  • Develop and validate operating procedures for all mission phases.
  • Participate in rotating weekly on-call operations, including shift work and out-of-hours support.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of LEO and sun-synchronous orbits and their implications for satellite operations.
  • Knowledge of spacecraft command and control systems.
  • Working knowledge of Python and comfort in a Linux environment.
  • Experience in spacecraft operations or testing, ideally with responsibility for platform subsystems or instruments.
  • Ability to operate systems with multiple elements and constraints.
  • Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
  • Basic programming knowledge, with bonus points for Python or other scripting languages.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and support shift work, on-call duties, evenings, nights, weekends, and other non-standard hours.
  • Experience with networking and communications systems such as antennas, modems, RF, or network infrastructure is a bonus.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Comprehensive private medical coverage, including dental and optical benefits with dependent coverage.
  • Unlimited vacation.
  • Supportive parental leave policy.
  • Company-wide holiday shutdown.
  • Relocation packages available for approved roles.
  • $1,500 EUR annual professional development fund.
  • Regular company-wide events, virtual events, town halls, and celebration calls.

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