Junior Satellite Operations Engineer – Earth Observation

FADA; United Arab Emirates; Sur place; AED 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

FADA is seeking a Satellite Operations Engineer in the United Arab Emirates to join the satellite operations team. The role involves translating mission requirements into tasking plans and operating the satellite on a day-to-day basis.

This entry-level position is designed for an motivated engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in Earth Observation mission planning and operations. You will interface with end users, plan acquisitions, provide status reporting, and participate in shift

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Telecommunications Engineering or related field.
• Strong understanding of spacecraft subsystems, telemetry and telecommand concepts.
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills.

Responsabilités

• Interface between end user and FADA to translate mission requirements into tasking plans.
• Plan and schedule satellite acquisitions per end-user priorities.
• Provide periodic status reports on acquisition and plan deviations.
• Operate satellite day-to-day: commanding, monitoring, and routine/contingency operations.
• Monitor satellite health, detect anomalies, and support issue resolution.
• Maintain operations logs and documentation.
• Participate in shift coverage and on-call rotation after training.

Connaissances

Satellite systems

Telemetry & telecommand

Analytical thinking

Communication & reporting

Decision making under pressure

Shift work/on-call

Formation

Degree in Aerospace Engineering / Electrical / Telecommunications or related field

Description du poste

FADA is seeking a Satellite Operations Engineer in the United Arab Emirates to join the satellite operations team. The role involves translating mission requirements into tasking plans and operating the satellite on a day-to-day basis.

This entry-level position is designed for an motivated engineer looking to gain hands-on experience in Earth Observation mission planning and operations. You will interface with end users, plan acquisitions, provide status reporting, and participate in shift