Space Constellation Operations Engineer

Spire Global; Boulder (CO); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Spire Global in Boulder, CO is seeking a Systems Operations Engineer to ensure on-orbit mission operations meet SLAs and drive reliable performance.

You will bridge development and operations, define asset profiles, monitor health, and lead mitigation of deviations with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes Python/SQL and GitHub workflows, with a hybrid work model and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant technical discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in system performance monitoring, root cause analysis, and anomaly resolution.
• Solid understanding of space system behaviour on orbit, including thermal dynamics, power management, RF communications, and tasking impacts.
• Ability to translate system-level engineering context into clear operational guidance and tooling requirements.
• Familiarity with SLA-driven architectures, system observability, and mission assurance principles.
• Clear communication skills to align stakeholders across engineering, operations, and customer delivery.
• Familiarity with software tools and frameworks used in operations, including strong Python, SQL skills and GitHub-based workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical quality of mission operations during the on-orbit service period, ensuring SLAs are defined, monitored, and maintained.
• Assess and design strategies to address underperformance, coordinating with Systems Engineering, Mission Design, and SRE.
• Define and manage high-level asset profiles and verification bases with System Owners and SMEs.
• Bridge gaps between multiple teams, defining tooling and monitoring needs for the SRE team.
• Support triage of constellation or satellite issues with technically justified escalation paths.
• Act as a reviewer during Mission Readiness Review and pre-launch handover with validated assets.

Skills

Python

SQL

GitHub workflows

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

GitHub

Job description

Spire Global in Boulder, CO is seeking a Systems Operations Engineer to ensure on-orbit mission operations meet SLAs and drive reliable performance.

You will bridge development and operations, define asset profiles, monitor health, and lead mitigation of deviations with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes Python/SQL and GitHub workflows, with a hybrid work model and competitive compensation.