Satellite Control Operation Engineer Eutelsat Group London, United Kingdom

Eutelsat Group; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A satellite communications company based in the City of Westminster is seeking a Satellite Control Operation Engineer. This role includes providing support for satellite operations, performing trending analysis, and ensuring the security of in-orbit satellites. Ideal candidates will have a degree in space engineering, experience in satellite control, and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience of in-orbit satellite control.
• General satellite design and operations knowledge is important.
• Knowledge of multiple satellite platforms operated by Eutelsat is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review space to ground interface specifications.
• Support pre-launch and in-orbit validation tests.
• Perform trending and performance analysis on satellite subsystems.

Skills

In-orbit satellite control

Celestial mechanics

Satellite monitoring and control software

Computer programming (Python)

Interpersonal skills

Education

University degree in space engineering or related field

Job description

Within the Operation Department, the Satellite Control Operation Engineer provides engineering support for the Satellite Operation Centre. Its objective is to perform all satellite operational activities necessary to ensure the maximum safety of the satellites and the continuity of operational services provided to the customers of EUTELSAT. This is accomplished by working within procedures and rules generated both internally, and by satellite manufacturers. Ensure the activities are carried out in compliance with the Service Operations security policy. Joining the Fleet Operations Spacecraft Subsystem Engineer team, you will report to the Senior Manager of Satellite Technical Operation.

Responsibilities

• Review space to ground interface specifications and flight operations manuals;
• Support Pre-launch and In-Orbit Satellite System Validation Tests and other Ground Segment Validation Testing;
• Support pre-launch mission readiness activities;
• Preparation and support of the launch, early operation, and on-orbit test of the LEO Spacecraft;
• Provision of operational expertise to in-orbit subsystems;
• Perform trending and performance analysis on the satellite subsystems, including definition of additional automated analysis and checks where necessary as well as development of trending and performance analysis tools in collaboration with operations development teams;
• Prepare, maintain, and validate flight procedures and scripts as well as relevant operations documentation for in-orbit control of the satellites to a standard consistent with the highest safety of the satellites and maximum continuity of services provided to the customers;
• Raise satellite anomalies and participate into investigations of satellite anomalies via Anomaly Review Board process;
• Participation in the spacecraft subsystem engineer 24/7 on-call rotation to support SOC team in the immediate execution of all necessary actions required to ensure the security and safety of the satellites and continuity of services;
• Provide operational support to hosted payload operations and external Satellite control entities as required and liaise with other divisions within EUTELSAT for dissemination of information;
• Various other activities, including operational support for in-orbit testing, liaison with other divisions within EUTELSAT and external providers for dissemination of information and discussion of operational activities.

Qualifications

• University degree in space engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience of in-orbit satellite control
• General satellite design and operations knowledge
• Detailed design and operations knowledge of one or more of the satellite platforms operated by EUTELSAT is a plus
• Multi-satellite LEO constellation operations experience
• Knowledge of celestial mechanics
• Knowledge of satellite monitoring and control ground segment software and system design
• Computer programming skills - in particular Python is a plus
• Be self-motivated, able to work autonomously, occasionally under stressful situations, with good planning and time organization skills
• The role requires strong interaction across multiple Eutelsat Technical teams; the ideal candidate will be a team player with good interpersonal skills
• Be rigorous, innovative, pragmatic and possess a strong attention to detail
• Excellent knowledge of English