Mission Operations Engineer - Real-Time Satellite Ops

Outsiders Fund; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

15+ days PTO and 10 paid holidays

Competitive 401(k) matching

8 weeks paid parental leave

Daily catered lunch and snacks

Vibrant community events

Dream desk setup

Office collaboration with flexibility

Job summary

Outsiders Fund in Los Angeles is seeking a skilled Mission Operations Engineer to manage operations of our satellites. You will develop mission plans and lead spacecraft commissioning during launches while collaborating with engineers and external customers.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in mission operations, including anomaly resolution, and proficiency in programming languages like Python and C++. We offer a dynamic work environment with excellent benefits including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct mission operations experience required.
• Strong understanding of spacecraft subsystems needed.
• Excellent problem-solving under pressure essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute mission plans for flight vehicles.
• Lead spacecraft commissioning during launch.
• Operate and monitor satellites in real time.

Skills

Mission planning

Anomaly resolution

Telemetry analysis

Python

C++

Rust

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

Telemetry data analysis software

STK

GMAT

Job description

Outsiders Fund in Los Angeles is seeking a skilled Mission Operations Engineer to manage operations of our satellites. You will develop mission plans and lead spacecraft commissioning during launches while collaborating with engineers and external customers.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in mission operations, including anomaly resolution, and proficiency in programming languages like Python and C++. We offer a dynamic work environment with excellent benefits including equity, comprehensive healthcare, and generous paid time off.