Spacecraft Mission Operator I — Launch Your Space Career

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health, dental, vision and retirement

Job summary

CesiumAstro is seeking a Mission Operator to monitor and support safe spacecraft operations across mission execution. You will execute command sequences, track health and telemetry, and coordinate with flight software, systems engineering, and ground systems teams.

The role involves routine operations, anomaly response, mission planning, and readiness activities in a fast-paced environment. Strong collaboration, attention to detail, and knowledge of TT&C systems are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of spacecraft operations, subsystems, orbital mechanics, and mission operations principles.
• Knowledge of telemetry, tracking, command, and spacecraft communications concepts.
• Familiarity with mission planning, procedures, and anomaly response processes.
• Ability to interpret technical procedures, telemetry data, and operational documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and situational awareness.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, mission-critical operations environment.
• Experience with mission control software and associated tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor spacecraft health, telemetry, and subsystem performance during routine and contingency operations.
• Execute spacecraft command sequences and procedures per approved mission plans.
• Monitor communications, command execution, and telemetry to ensure safe vehicle operations.
• Support launch, early orbit operations, commissioning, routine mission operations, and end-of-life activities.
• Document operational activities, system status, and mission events per procedures.
• Identify, document, and elevate spacecraft anomalies or operational concerns.
• Assist in contingency procedures and recovery under guidelines.
• Support anomaly investigations by collecting data and documenting events.
• Coordinate with engineering and mission operations during troubleshooting.
• Participate in mission simulations, rehearsals, and readiness exercises.
• Review operational timelines and command products to aid planning.
• Verify operational products and procedures prior to execution.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure mission readiness and logs accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement of procedures and efficiency.

Skills

Spacecraft operations

Telemetry, TT&C, and communications

Mission planning and anomaly response

Procedural interpretation

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Team collaboration in mission-critical

Linux/UNIX familiarity

Confluence/SharePoint/Jira usage

Tools

Confluence

SharePoint

Jira

Linux/UNIX

Job description

CesiumAstro is seeking a Mission Operator to monitor and support safe spacecraft operations across mission execution. You will execute command sequences, track health and telemetry, and coordinate with flight software, systems engineering, and ground systems teams.

The role involves routine operations, anomaly response, mission planning, and readiness activities in a fast-paced environment. Strong collaboration, attention to detail, and knowledge of TT&C systems are essential.