Lynk (lynk.world)

Lynk (lynk.world)

Satellite Systems Operations Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 120 days ago
PythonMATLABAlgorithmsData AnalysisSystems EngineeringCommunication

About the role

  • The Satellite Operations Engineer at Lynk is a technical systems engineering position pivotal to ensuring the operational integrity and safety of the constellation of LEO satellites.
  • This role works closely with the Principal Satellite Operations Systems Engineer, contributing to and executing against system-level investigations, operational strategies, and technical direction.
  • Daily Telemetry Review: Conduct thorough daily reviews of satellite telemetry data and alarms to monitor the health and performance of the satellite constellation.

Responsibilities

  • Anomaly Investigation: Independently drive anomaly investigations end-to-end, from initial detection through root cause, corrective action, and verification, while developing a deep understanding of system behavior and implementing durable, long-term solutions.
  • Technical Trades: Engage in technical trades to optimize satellite operations, considering factors such as power consumption, communication bandwidth, and orbital dynamics.
  • Concepts of Operations and Automation Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and evaluate concepts of operations, and automations, aimed at maximizing the productivity and efficiency of the satellite constellation.
  • Effectively document and communicate new and existing operational concepts and automations.
  • Launch and Early Operations (LEOP): Provide technical oversight and support during satellite launch and early operations phases, ensuring smooth transitions into operational status.
  • Data Analysis Tools and Operations Workflows: Define and drive improvements to data analysis tools, operational workflows, and telemetry interpretation methods to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Technical Data Review: Participate in daily technical data and telemetry alert reviews, perform and/or direct investigations, guide the implementation of in-orbit operations, and assess their effectiveness.
  • For the in-orbit fleet, Identify and implement operational workarounds, automated Fault Detection and Recovery, and improvements to enhance satellite performance and reliability.
  • For in development satellites, inform the design and test of improved on-board automation.
  • Launch Support: Provide technical oversight for a multi-satellite LEOP, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and methodical execution of in-orbit test procedures.

Requirements

  • Individuals who do not meet these criteria must be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
  • Proven experience in satellite operations, telemetry analysis, and anomaly resolution.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and systems analysis tools and techniques, such as STK, Matlab, python scripting, etc.
  • Typically 5-10 years of experience, with demonstrated ownership of spacecraft operations or system-level investigations.
  • Strong understanding and experience working with satellite flight software, attitude control algorithms, and space-to-ground interfaces.
  • Experience working with or interfacing closely with satellite flight software and onboard autonomy.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and best practices in satellite operations and safety.

Nice to have

  • Experience in orbital dynamics, attitude control, or related disciplines is a plus, particularly when combined with spacecraft operations experience.

Skills

  • Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the satellite fleet, operational procedures, and telemetry data analysis tools.
  • Familiarization: Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the satellite fleet, operational procedures, and telemetry data analysis tools.

Benefits

  • Conduct thorough daily reviews of satellite telemetry data and alarms to monitor the health and performance of the satellite constellation.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Government export control regulations (ITAR), applicants must be one of the following: (i) a U

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