Satellite Operations

Actalent; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off / Vacation

Job summary

Actalent in Louisville, CO seeks a Satellite Operations contractor to support 24/7 mission operations. You will monitor spacecraft health, telemetry, and ground systems to ensure continuous mission success in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform real-time satellite operations, execute procedures, respond to anomalies, and coordinate with engineering teams. Proficiency with TT&C systems and strong problem-solving are essential, as is the ability to communicate clearly and document actions.

Qualifications

• Experience with satellite telemetry, tracking, and command systems (TT&C).
• Ability to identify and resolve spacecraft anomalies in real time.
• Knowledge of 24/7 mission operations procedures.
• Strong communication, documentation, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor spacecraft health, telemetry, and ground systems continuously.
• Perform real-time satellite operations activities.
• Execute operational procedures accurately.
• Respond to anomaly events through troubleshooting and escalation.
• Coordinate with engineering teams for anomaly resolution.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve spacecraft anomalies in real time.

Skills

TT&C systems

Anomaly resolution

24/7 operations

Communication skills

Tools

Python

Matlab

Job description

Job Title: Satellite Operations

Job Description

The Satellite Operator supports 24/7 mission operations by monitoring spacecraft health, telemetry, and ground systems to ensure continuous mission success. This role involves performing real-time satellite operations activities, executing operational procedures, and responding to anomaly events through troubleshooting, escalation, and coordination with engineering teams. Candidates should have experience with satellite telemetry systems, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic mission environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor spacecraft health, telemetry, and ground systems continuously.

• Perform real-time satellite operations activities.

• Execute operational procedures accurately.

• Respond to anomaly events through troubleshooting and escalation.

• Coordinate with engineering teams for anomaly resolution.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve spacecraft anomalies in real time.

Essential Skills

• Experience with satellite telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems.

• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve spacecraft anomalies in real time.

• Knowledge of satellite operations procedures within a 24/7 mission operations environment.

• Strong communication, documentation, and decision‑making skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python and Matlab.

• Experience with anomaly resolution processes.

Work Environment

Work in a Mission Operations Center (MOC) supporting 24/7 satellite operations and mission success. This role includes rotating shifts in a collaborative, casual dress environment where operators play a critical role in anomaly response and real‑time spacecraft operations.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision

• 401(k)/Roth

• Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D

• Short and long‑term disability

• HSA & DCFSA

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long‑term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,CO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.