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Satellite Operator

ICEYE US
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2025

Position Title : Satellite Operator

Location : Irvine, CA, Fully Onsite

Employment Type : Full-time, rotating shift schedule

Pay : $70,000 - $80,000 Annually (DOE)

Ability To Obtain Security Clearance

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Satellite Operator to join our innovative team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the operational success of our satellite missions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in satellite systems, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for ensuring the seamless functioning of space technologies.

Essential Job Functions

  • Perform daily monitoring and commanding functions for the ICEYE satellites and supporting TT&C ground network operations
  • Monitor all ICEYE satellites for proper operation, respond to satellite and network alarms, and coordinate troubleshooting activities
  • Execute commands and procedures (nominal and anomalous) on all satellites
  • Supports daily ICEYE Payload Operations
  • Assist Engineers in spacecraft anomaly analysis and gather data to create and generate anomaly reports
  • Monitor the satellite ground station network and support with pass activities
  • Perform daily checks on spacecraft performance trends; create reports and aid in initial analysis findings
  • Create shift logs and aid in shift briefings
  • Support the documentation of Satellite Operations procedures
  • Attend required and routine trainings and meetings

Education & Qualification

Required :

  • A Bachelor’s degree in STEM (remote sensing, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science) or higher
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proficient in written and oral communication
  • Ability to work a rotating schedule including holidays, weekends, and night shifts
  • Ability to obtain a clearance
  • Desired :

  • Experience in Satellite Operations
  • Scripting or Python programming experience
  • Familiarity with Linux OS and commercial cloud (AWS / GCP / Azure)
  • Salary : $70,000 - $80,000

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