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Mission Operations and Controls Engineer – Orbital Analyst
Sierra Space
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Mission Operations and Controls Engineer – Orbital Analyst
Colorado, United States of America
Full Time
3 days ago
$119,064 - $163,713 USD
No Visa Sponsorship
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About this role
Role Overview
continuously monitoring the position and velocity of artificial objects in Earth orbit or deep space
applying mathematical models and observational data to precisely calculate orbital parameters
predicting potential close approaches between objects and recommending necessary avoidance maneuvers
designing optimal trajectories for spacecraft launches, orbital transfers, and reentries
tracking and cataloging space debris to help prevent dangerous collisions
assessing the risk of collision between various space objects
developing and using tools to perform precise orbit determination using specialized software tools
collaborating with flight operations mission teams to support spacecraft maneuver planning
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience)
Typically 5+ years of related experience (or Masters + 3 years of experience)
Emerging expertise in Systems Engineering principles and practices
Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing, derivation, and allocation
Knowledge of systems architecture, systems integration, and Verification and Validation (V&V) principles
Emerging ability to work and communicate with technical and specialty subject matter expert engineers
An active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.
Benefits
medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
generous benefit package
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