Spacecraft Controller – US

Growth For Impact; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Unlimited leaves & flexible working

Role-based remote work

Relocation assistance

Mental Wellness services

Employee Stock Options for all hires

Job summary

Growth For Impact in Los Angeles is seeking a detail-oriented Spacecraft Operations Specialist to monitor and control spacecraft 24/7 during assigned shifts. You will document telemetry, report anomalies, and assist with smooth handovers while aligning with contingency procedures.

The role emphasizes meticulous observation, strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure during rotating shifts. Collaboration with team and end-users is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physics/electronics/software/aerospace.
• 0–1 year experience with spacecraft subsystems.
• Systems engineering background in satellite and ground systems.
• Strong observational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to stay calm and follow processes during stressful situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spacecraft monitoring and control operations on a 24/7 basis during assigned shifts.
• Provide detailed accounts of activities, telemetry observations, and assist with smooth shift handovers.
• Identify anomalies and use contingency procedures to troubleshoot issues.
• Prepare thorough reports for documentation.
• Engage in operations planning meetings and furnish supplementary telemetry analysis documentation when requested.

Skills

Observation skills

Attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Time management

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Shift work adaptability

Education

Bachelors in physics/electronics/software/aerospace

Job description

ROLE

• Conduct spacecraft monitoring and control operations on a 24/7 basis during assigned shifts.
• Provide detailed accounts of activities conducted, telemetry observations, and assist with smooth shift handovers.
• Identify and report anomalies and utilize contingency procedures to troubleshoot issues.
• Prepare thorough reports for documentation.
• Engage in operations planning meetings, and when requested, furnish supplementary documentation for telemetry analysis.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in physics / electronics / software / aerospace
• 0-1 yrs with good knowledge of spacecraft subsystems
• Systems engineering background in satellite and ground systems
• Exceptional observation skills with a keen attention to detail and strong analytical abilities
• Highly systematic and process-oriented with the ability to stay calm and follow the process during a stressful situation
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts as per operational requirements
• Very high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple stakeholders
• Quick resolution of problems
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Process oriented, strong time management and documentation skills
• Diligent and honest, able to follow processes and report as needed
• Effective communication and collaboration with team members and end-users

BENEFITS

• Health insurance coverage
• Unlimited leaves & flexible working hours
• Role-based remote work and work-from-home benefit
• Relocation assistance
• Professional Mental Wellness services
• Employee Stock Options for all hires