Spacecraft Operations Systems Engineer
Umbra

Job Info

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Umbra builds next-generation space systems that observe the Earth in unprecedented fidelity.

Our mission: Deliver global omniscience.

To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast. Umbra is built around the idea that by providing easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, we can become an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth. We empower our customers with the ability to create the solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet's most pressing needs. We're helping to create a brand new industry that has never meaningfully existed before. To make our vision a reality, we're gonna need some help.

Are you in?

We are looking for someone to join Umbra's Space Operations team as a Spacecraft Operations Engineer to aid in the on-orbit commanding, controlling, and monitoring of our growing constellation of synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites. As a satellite operations engineer, you will be tasked with maintaining the health and safety of our key on-orbit assets, conducting mission critical analysis, and providing valuable user feedback and guidance to our internal hardware and software development teams. This position offers a flexible work schedule with the ability to occasionally work from home. However, during periods of system testing or post-launch, it may be necessary to work off-hours shifts.

The Space Operations team is a small, tight-knit group with dynamic responsibilities, making it an exciting team to be a part of. We value team players and often work together to solve problems, brainstorm ideas, and execute critical tasks on-orbit.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, operate, and maintain a constellation of on-orbit satellites
• Support the development and execution of mission plans and on-orbit CONOPS across the vehicle life cycle, including integration, launch, early operations checkouts, payload calibrations, orbital maneuvers, and other on-orbit activities
• Develop and improve automated workflows for day-to-day operations, analysis, anomaly resolution, conjunction assessment, orbital maintenance, and mission planning
• Support the product and engineering teams in spacecraft modeling, simulation, mission design, and systems engineering analyses
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, integrate, and test hardware and software to enable highly autonomous spacecraft tasking and operations
• Participate in rotational on-call shifts for anomaly response and conjunction avoidance
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related STEM field (such as aerospace, mechanical engineering, physics, or computer science)
• Comfortable with:
  • A scripting language such as MATLAB or Python
  • STK, GMAT, and/or other orbit analysis or mission design tools
• Experience working on spacecraft, launch vehicles or robotics
• Familiarity with at least one of the following: orbital mechanics, attitude control, LEO GNC systems, space systems engineering, spacecraft propulsion, flight software, spaceflight operations
• Excellent communications skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, and willingness to learn new skills and technology
• Willing to occasionally support odd hours near launches, such as overnights and/or weekends
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced development environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field
• Experience with on-orbit operations
• Experience managing a constellation of satellites
• Experience utilizing cloud based software
• Experience in GNC controller design
• Understanding of SAR or other Earth observation techniques
• Familiar with version control software such as Git
• Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off & Sick
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401(k)
• Stock Options

In-Office Perks

• Standing desks
• Downtown HQ with Free Snacks & Drinks
• Free Parking
• Catered lunches

Employment Eligibility Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Due to federal security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for this position.Umbra is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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