Mission Operations Engineer II
Astranis · San Francisco
About this role
**Astranis — Mission Operations Engineer II** Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, providing dedicated, secure networks for highly sophisticated customers worldwide, including large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and more launching soon, Astranis is servicing a backlog of $1B+ in commercial contracts. The role contributes to both commercial and US Government programs. --- ## Role - Play a large role in the design and development of the satellite operations system and team - Work with satellite engineers to design, create, test, and execute satellite operations procedures (including commissioning and nominal operations) - Investigate anomalies and work with the mission operations and engineering team to safely resolve them - Automate manual processes using scripting and software tools - Work with the ground software team as the user and requirements owner for tools that help operate the satellite fleet - Lead commanding activities during launch and commissioning of the first production satellite - Develop tools and processes to help the Mission Operations team maintain high customer service uptime --- ## Requirements - 2–6+ years total experience with satellite or spacecraft mission operations (not including internships) - 1+ years experience with on-console spacecraft operations - Scripting experience in any language (Python preferred) - Experience with telemetry analysis and anomaly investigation - Experience designing and executing satellite operations - Basic understanding of satellite subsystems (hardware and software) - Highly motivated, self-starting, able to perform duties autonomously - Passion for fast-paced, hands-on development and testing - Don’t meet every requirement? Please apply anyway --- ## Bonus - Experience building operational software tools and user-friendly UIs - Experience with software development tools such as Git and Phabricator - Experience operating GEO satellites --- ## Compensation & Benefits - **Base salary:** **$130,000–$170,000 USD** - Equity and robust benefits, including company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals --- ## Eligibility **U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required** (to comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations). --- *Astranis is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants regardless of gender, race, creed, or background.*
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