Senior Satellite Database Systems Engineer

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work eligibility for US/Canada

Relocation assistance

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a Satellite Database Systems Engineer based in the United States to contribute to satellite telemetry and command databases for LEO/MEO missions. You will design, maintain, and validate databases that support satellite monitoring, control, and mission operations, collaborating with flight software and mission operations teams.

The role requires a strong background in satellite database systems, data integrity, and the integration of mission databases with ground systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in satellite database systems or spacecraft operations.
• Experience with MIB telemetry and command databases in satellite mission operations environments.
• Familiarity with satellite telemetry ground systems, mission control software, and flight software integration.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate complex technical issues and maintain data accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and update satellite telemetry and command databases used in mission operations.
• Develop and manage Management Information Base (MIB) telemetry and command databases to support spacecraft monitoring, control, and operational activities.
• Integrate satellite databases with mission control systems, satellite ground infrastructure, and flight software.
• Validate database configurations and data structures to ensure accuracy, consistency, reliability, and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, flight software, and mission operations teams throughout the development, integration, and deployment lifecycle.
• Conduct database testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, database configurations, and operational procedures.
• Support the development, integration, and ongoing operation of LEO and MEO satellite communication constellations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of satellite database management practices and mission support processes.

Skills

Satellite database systems

Telemetry processing

Data workflows

Analytical troubleshooting

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Data Science/Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Jobgether is seeking a Satellite Database Systems Engineer based in the United States to contribute to satellite telemetry and command databases for LEO/MEO missions. You will design, maintain, and validate databases that support satellite monitoring, control, and mission operations, collaborating with flight software and mission operations teams.

The role requires a strong background in satellite database systems, data integrity, and the integration of mission databases with ground systems.