Spacecraft Engineer

ASRC Federal; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC, a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, seeks a Spacecraft Engineer to support the Naval Research Lab Blossom Point Tracking Facility in Welcome, MD. The role focuses on validating on-orbit spacecraft health and the ground system, plus developing and maintaining automated control scripts.

The engineer analyzes logs, investigates anomalies, interfaces with customers, and collaborates with the spacecraft owners, software teams, and factories through all life-cycle stages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline; 0–2 years experience in satellite command and control.
• Experience resolving technical problems and developing systems for spacecraft communication is desirable.
• Experience with satellite ground stations and instrument control systems.

Responsibilities

• Verify health and safety of on-orbit spacecraft and ground system functionality.
• Review/analyze logs, trends, and automated C2 system data; perform anomaly investigations.
• Create/modify scripts and procedures for automated satellite tracking and monitoring.

Skills

Spacecraft systems

C/C++ programming

Linux

Networking TCP/IP

Satellite ground systems

Anomaly investigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline

Tools

Oracle

MySQL

Sybase

Job description

Posted Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:00 AM

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are atop veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

ASRC Federal System Solutions LLC, a subsidiary of ASRC Federal, is seeking a Spacecraft Engineer to support our Prime program supporting the Naval Research Lab Blossom Point Tracking Facility in Welcome, MD.

Role/Responsibilities:

The Spacecraft Engineer (SE) is responsible verifying the health and safety of on orbit spacecraft as well as the functionality of the ground system. SE will review and analyze logs, trends and other tools utilized in a fully automated command and control system. Perform anomaly investigation and resolution of spacecraft and ground faults. Create, modify and maintain software scripts and procedures used in automated satellite tracking and monitoring. Interface with customers. Work closely with the spacecraft owners and get approval prior to any changes in the architecture to make sure faults do not get introduced into the spacecraft. Work with the factories and software teams through all stages of spacecraft life. Participate in the testing of new versions of the command and control software. Recommend to the technical staff and Station Manager any changes that can make the system perform better or reduce labor hours or streamline the process. Serve as part of an on call team and respond to critical errors at any time of the day

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline and 0-2 years experience in the command and control of satellites or the equivalent experience
• Experience in the resolution of technical problems and the development of systems for use in spacecraft communication is desirable.
• Previous experience providing engineering in satellite ground station and instrument control systems.
• Experience with Linux or similar operating systems
• Knowledge of industry practices, techniques, standards and proficiency high level languages programing.
• Experience working with databases (examples: Oracle, Sybase, MySQL, etc.).
• Understanding of networking technology, TCP/IP and common internet application protocols.
• Experience relevant to satellite communication systems is especially desirable.

Security Clearance

• Musthave an active Secret clearance, and the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.