Mission Planner/Orbital Analyst

a.i. solutions; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range $75k–$100k

Benefits package

Job summary

a.i. solutions is seeking a Mission Planner/Orbital Analyst to support experimental satellite systems at Kirtland AFB, NM. You will handle pre-launch to on-orbit planning, interface with payload customers, and help develop mission documentation and automation plans.

The role requires an active DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and up to 7 years of space experience. Proficiency in C++, Perl, and Python is expected, with leadership and teamwork skills emphasized.

Qualifications

• Active DoD TS clearance with SCI eligibility before start.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, CS, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• 0-7 years of operational space experience or equivalent.
• Familiar with C++, Perl, and Python.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Launch, LEO, and On-Orbit mission planning activities.
• Perform space mission and pre-pass planning, scheduling, and coordination for mission success.
• Interface with payload customers to build payload schedules and taskings for operations.
• Develop and maintain mission-specific documentation (procedures, handbooks, support plans, OD, test plans).
• Participate in mission rehearsals and exercises.
• Assist in ground system anomaly characterization and recovery.
• Develop and validate changes to mission operations requirements.
• Evaluate proposed operations concept changes.
• Identify opportunities for system automation.
• Develop/script components of the mission-unique ground system.
• Perform testing activities under a test lead.
• Document and communicate work to peers and customers.
• Provide analysis and evaluation of mission data.
• Recommend improvements, optimization, and maintenance for mission systems.

Skills

Orbital mechanics

C++

Perl

Python

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/computer science/math/physics

Job description

a.i. solutions is seeking a Mission Planner/Orbital Analyst with experience in orbital mechanics to support operations of experimental satellite systems. The Orbital Analyst will support Concept Exploration, Mission Readiness and Satellite Operations for unique, one-of-a-kind satellite systems at Kirtland AFB, NM. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to embrace the a.i. solutions mission and work to continually exceed the expectations of our customers.

• Responsible for Pre-Launch, L&EO, and On-Orbit mission planning activities.
• Perform space mission and pre-pass planning, scheduling, and coordination required to achieve mission success.
• Interface with mission specific payload customers to build payload schedules and taskings for operations.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of mission-specific documentation including procedures, on-console handbooks, support plans, Operations Directives (OD), test plans and anomaly response plans.
• Participate in mission rehearsals and exercises.
• Assist in ground system anomaly characterization and recovery.
• Assist in the development and validation of changes to mission operations requirements.
• Evaluate proposed operations concept changes.
• Identify opportunities for system automation.
• Develop/script components of the mission-unique ground system.
• Perform testing activities under the guidance of a test lead.
• Document and communicate work to peers and customers through both formal informal forums.
• Provide analysis and evaluation of mission data.
• Provide recommendations for improvements, optimization, and/or maintenance efforts for mission systems and processes.
• Collaborate with customer to define and refine mission requirements and needs; provide advice and recommend solutions.
• Supervise personnel as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently posses an active DoD TS security clearance and obtain SCI eligibility prior to start
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline
• 0-7 years of operational space experience or equivalent related experience
• Familiar with operational software language such a C++. Perl, and Python

Desired Background:

Extensive experience or education in orbital mechanics or orbit analysis

Knowledge of spacecraft mission planning, scheduling, and orbit analysis

Ability to script in PERL, C# or other scripting languages

C, C++, Python, or related programming experience

Ability to quickly connect in-person and in writing, and to actively listen and perceive the needs, values or opinions of others

Demonstrated leadership accomplishments professionally and personally

Proactivity in identifying and addressing challenges to include innovations that result in positive organizational impact

MAKE A MOVE, MAKE AN IMPACT.

a.i. solutions was founded over 30 years ago with a mission to MAKE AN IMPACT by exceeding expectations. A move to our team means using your passion and ingenuity to MAKE AN IMPACT through innovations, defending national security, and enabling access to space. MAKE A MOVE, to join a team driven by a shared ambition, and rewarded for individual contributions.

BENEFITS THAT MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Salary ranges from $75,000 to $100,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications
• View Our Benefits Offerings

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401k Safe Harbor Plan, we contribute on Day #1

Paid Parental leave for Mom & Dad

Company Paid Life/AD&D

Tuition Assistance

Wellness plans that reward wellbeing & work life harmony