Mission Operations Engineer (Entry-Level) Millennium Space Systems
Chantilly, VA - USA
Job Summary
Company:
Millennium Space SystemsMillennium Space Systems a part of Boeing Defense Space and Security (BDS) is a fast agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security like missile warning and Earth observation.
Our team is curious bold and innovative. We take risks innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch we know each one of us made it happen.
JobSummary:
As a Mission Operations Engineer you will be the lead technical authority for Millenniums on-orbit spacecraft. Your work will encompass the entire spacecraft mission life cycle from the proposal phase to spacecraft and mission design through space vehicle integration and test and culminating with launch and on-orbit operations. You willbe responsible forallfacetsof the mission design including definition of operational concepts development of on-orbit procedures and innovation of advanced methods of spacecraft operation unique to each space mission. Mission Operationsrequirescomposure in high-pressure situations in-depth knowledge of both the space vehicles and ground segment and an ability to respond to anomalous scenarios in real-time. You will bedirectly responsiblefor Millenniums critical on-orbit assets.
This positions internal job code is Systems Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for a Level 1-2.
Position Responsibilities:
Support a team of spacecraft and subsystem engineers during launch and early orbit activities to commission the space vehicle(s) for service
Perform duties ofleadtechnical authority during mission operations for both the space and ground segments
Support every aspect of the mission lifecycle from proposal/mission modeling design integration and test space vehicle shipment launch and on-orbit operations to decommissioning
Assistin theground and mission operations requirements and flow mission requirements back to the space vehicle teamincluding:
Mission concept of operation and design reference missions
Futurevehicle designsbycataloguing lessons learned from on-orbit exercises
Support the ground segment design including command and control mission planning mission data processing and the associated infrastructure to support all activities
Implement and test space vehicle fault and autonomy including fault detection and response autonomous space vehicle behavior and on-board command and control
Implement methods of operational automation to reduce day-to-day operator responsibilities
Assistin the creation and execution ofspace vehicle simulator tests tovalidatemission/fault/autonomy design
Assistin the creation and execution ofin-factory flight vehicle tests tovalidatemission design compatibility with flight hardware
Conduct critical ground segment testing including radio-frequency compatibility testing remote ground facility interface testing and acceptance testing of critical ground assets/locations
Supportanomaly response team when off-nominal vehicle conditionsarise
Contributeto customerbriefings/debriefings for orbital events
Assistinthe mission sequence of events for bus commissioning payload checkout/calibration and mission operations
Contribute toMission Rehearsal events to train the mission team and tovalidatethe mission design
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science inEngineering or STEM related field
Experience with real-time satellite command and controloperations
Demonstrated knowledge of satellite subsystems ground systems spacemissions and CONOPS design
Willingness to support24/7 operations as required andoccasional off-nominal working hours during critical 24/7 mission operations activities
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.A final U.S. TS/SCI clearance Post Start is required
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
M.S. inSTEM relatedfield
Extended knowledge of satellite systems engineering including all satellite subsystems: Guidance Navigation and Control; Electrical Power; Thermal Control; Telemetry Tracking and Command; Propulsion; etc.
Experience with Spacecraft Command & Control software systems
Experience in leading multidisciplinary technical teams especially to resolve anomalous scenarios
Familiarity with software and scripting tools such as MATLAB Python C/C Java etc.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Companys Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Millennium Space Systems a Boeing Company is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana cocaine opioids amphetamines PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Total Rewards:
At Millennium Space Systems a Boeing Company we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs generally including health insurance flexible spending accounts health savings accounts retirement savings plans life and disability insurance programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:
Level 1: $66000 - 117000
Level 2: $82000 - 145000
Millennium is DDTC-registered ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelors Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen U.S. National lawful permanent resident refugee or asylee.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
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