Satellite Operations Engineer

IonQ (Capella)

Louisville, Colorado, United States
Not specified; not specified; not specified
On-site
Python proficiency for automation
Spacecraft analysis and maintenance
Launch and commissioning experience
This role involves owning the full operational life-cycle of satellites from launch commissioning to on-orbit anomaly response

Job Summary

  • This role involves owning the full operational life-cycle of satellites from launch commissioning to on-orbit anomaly response.
  • The successful candidate will drive the reliability and autonomy of Capella's expanding SAR constellation using advanced Python tools.
  • Capella values curiosity, resilience, and diverse viewpoints while offering a hybrid work model in Louisville, CO.

Matching Summary

This role involves owning the full operational life-cycle of satellites from launch commissioning to on-orbit anomaly response.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python proficiency for automation
  • Spacecraft analysis and maintenance
  • Launch and commissioning experience
  • Anomaly response in real-time
  • Version control with Git

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with SAR constellation systems
  • Ability to quantify risk under pressure
  • Collaborative team environment mindset
  • Curiosity and resilience traits
  • Special project demonstration support

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required for ITAR compliance

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylum grantee

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