Kepler Communications Inc.

Satellite Communications Simplified

Satellite Operations Specialist

OperationsOperationsFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 2015H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

43 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Bachelor DegreeEnglishLinuxPython

Job Description

• Perform nominal operations to maintain spacecraft health, the Kepler Network and service delivery • Address and resolve anomalies for rapid service restoration • Conduct trending and performance analysis of spacecraft platforms and payloads • Develop, implement, and continuously improve operations and processes for enhanced efficiency • Support launch and commissioning preparations for new spacecraft • Prepare and execute LEOP and commissioning of future Kepler spacecraft • Test spacecraft functionality throughout the development process • Participate in spacecraft conceptual studies and design input, focusing on onboard autonomy and FDIR • Update and develop tools to automate operational tasks, enhancing efficiency and reliability • Develop and validate operating procedures for all mission phases • Triage, support, escalate and resolve internal and customer-raised issues • Participate in rotating weekly on-call operations (including shiftwork and out-of-hours support) to monitor satellite health and the overall Kepler Network and operations

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or relevant experience
  • Knowledge of LEO, sun-synchronous orbits, and their implications for satellite operations
  • Knowledge of spacecraft command and control systems
  • Working knowledge of Python and comfort in a Linux environment
  • Experience in spacecraft operation or testing, ideally with responsibility for platform subsystems or instruments
  • Aptitude for operating systems with multiple elements and constraints
  • Demonstrated strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
  • Basic programming knowledge, with bonus points for skills in Python, or other scripting languages
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and organization skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to support operational requirements and a degree of flexibility, including participation in shift work & on call, that may involve evenings, nights, weekends, and other non-standard hours

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation designed to recognize and reward your contributions.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
  • 401(k) and an annual Wellness Allowance.
  • Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
  • Semi-annual company-wide parties and regular (virtual and team events.
  • Relocation packages available for approved roles.
  • $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
  • Town Halls, Celebration Calls and Frequent company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
  • We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row at our Canadian Headquarters.

Related Categories

Related Job Pages

More Operations Jobs

Full TimeRemoteTeam 10,001+Since 1953H1B No Sponsor

Supervisor overseeing safety and quality initiatives in field operations.

Nebraska
$75K - $85K / year

Director of Operational Excellence

Abound Health

Abound Health is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Operations43 days ago
Full TimeRemote

Abound Health is seeking a Director of Operational Excellence to join our Centralized Clinical Operations team. In this fully remote role, you will report to the VP of Centralized Clinical Operations and serve as a key strategic leader driving workflow innovation, operational con...

United States
Operations43 days ago
Full TimeRemoteTeam 201-500Since 2010H1B Sponsor

Senior Commissioning Operations Engineer designing clean power solutions at Mainspring Energy

Python
California
$109K - $128K / year

Strategy and Ops Associate

HockeyStack

The Command Center™ for B2B Revenue Teams.

Operations43 days ago
Full TimeRemoteTeam 51-200H1B No Sponsor

Strategy & Operations Associate at a fast-growing Applied AI B2B company

California
$110K - $150K / year