Salary: $70,000 – $110,000
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.
York Space Systems is seeking an Operations Support Engineers to support operational activities at customer Operations Centers (OCs) in Greenwood Village, CO and Denver, CO. Staff will be assigned to an OC to provide 24/7 operational support to SDA’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) Transport Layer. The PWSA Transport Layer will provide multi-band global communications access and persistent encrypted connectivity for warfighter missions. Staff will be required to work shifts and weekends, and be on-site at the government customer facilities. Staff will be working in a highly dynamic environment with multiple government customers and partner organizations to provide critical warfighter capabilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform on-console tasks for real-time operations and anomaly investigations for multiple missions
- Develop and execute Procedures for mission operations and Spacecraft mission planning
- Respond to anomalies, software issues/failures for both ground and space assets
- Trend and monitor telemetry
- Monitor health and safety of space and ground segments
- Support mission integration into the operations center
- Support Mission Planning activities for the PWSA constellation
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to quickly learn new software and technical subjects
- Familiarity with Python
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Ability to work well in both a team environment and executing individual tasks
- Previous experience in satellite operations or satellite mission planning
- Ability to regularly work off hours, weekends and holidays; shift work required
- Current Security Clearance – SECRET
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS degree in engineering, computer science, or relevant technical field
- General knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, orbital dynamics, and ground systems
- Experience with the following:
- Telemetry analysis and trending
- Space situational awareness
- Flight and ground software
- Network administration
- Data management
- General familiarity with current cybersecurity best practices
- TS/SCI Security Clearance
BENEFITS
- In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply for this position” link below. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER
