Mission Operations Engineer II Verified today
Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability.
Your Role
You will take ownership of spacecraft commanding, telemetry analysis, operational procedure development, and anomaly resolution. You will play a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational success of spacecraft throughout the mission lifecycle, from commissioning through on-orbit operations.
What You Will Do
- Perform real-time spacecraft operations, including commanding, telemetry monitoring, subsystem performance assessment, and anomaly triage.
- Lead development and execution of operational procedures, command products, and test plans for routine and complex mission scenarios.
- Serve as subsystem or operations lead for designated mission areas, owning trending, analysis, and performance reporting.
- Support anomaly resolution through data analysis, root-cause investigation, and cross-functional engineering collaboration.
- Contribute to mission planning, including pass planning, resource allocation, and long-term operational strategy.
- Coordinate with ground network providers, mission assurance, and software teams to ensure readiness and reliability.
- Support rehearsals, readiness reviews, new-spacecraft commissioning, and post-launch operations.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to training materials and knowledge transfer.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field.
- 2+ years of experience in spacecraft operations, mission control, satellite systems engineering, or closely related technical discipline.
- Working knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, including attitude determination and control (ADCS), power, thermal, communications, and propulsion.
- Hands-on experience with spacecraft telemetry analysis, command and control systems, and operational procedures.
- Experience with scripting or automation tools, preferably Python, to support data analysis and operational efficiency.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with ability to assess complex spacecraft performance issues.
- Ability to make sound, methodical decisions in time-sensitive or mission-critical environments.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and ability to manage technical responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including occasional nights, weekends, or holidays based on mission requirements.
Nice-to-Have Experience
- Experience supporting on-orbit anomaly investigation and resolution.
- Familiarity with operational software development, simulation environments, or mission planning tools.
- Knowledge of RF systems, link budgets, orbital mechanics, or ground segment architectures.
- Demonstrated ability to improve processes, build tools, or automate operational workflows.
- Experience supporting launch and early orbit phases (LEOP) or spacecraft commissioning.
Compensation and Benefits
Base Salary: $105,000-$140,000
Competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, generous leave, FSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing.
Location
Hawthorne, CA
U.S. Person Requirement
To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.