Job Description

Flight Operations Engineer

As a skilled and motivated Flight Operations Engineer you will become an integral part of our Satellite Operations team. In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of the day-to-day flight operations of our spacecraft and contribute directly to mission success and reliability - combining hands-on operational duties with the engineering judgment needed to keep our fleet healthy on orbit.

This role is based in Denver, Colorado, where we are building a high-performing and fast-paced team. The position will be on-site and in person at the office, with occasional travel to our headquarters in Europe.

Some of your daily tasks will include:

• Monitor and analyze spacecraft telemetry, and investigate off-nominal behavior
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks
• Plan and execute payload commissioning based on operational documentation
• Develop, validate, and maintain flight procedures and automation scripts for different operational flows
• Coordinate operational activities (passes, contacts, campaigns) and maintain accurate activity logs during daily operations
• Support anomaly investigation and resolution, and contribute to continuous improvement of operational processes

What do we look for?

• Degree in a technical field (aerospace, electronics, software, or similar)
• Experience in time-critical operations (spacecraft operations, air traffic control, or similar)
• Good knowledge of at least one scripting language (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Good command of technical documentation, including the ability to author and refine operational procedures
• Knowledge and experience in electronics testing, C/C++ or Python, and data analysis are considered advantageous
• Willingness to travel to Europe occasionally.
• Based in the Denver area, or willing to relocate.

Why EnduroSat?

• Fast-paced and delivery-focused culture
• Tough engineering challenges & hard-core R&D
• Constant learning and progression
• Chance to join our space educational program

What do we offer?

• Health insurance coverage
• Matching 401k plan
• Generous team performance-based bonus
• Collaboration with EnduroSat offices in Europe

Salary range: $80,000 $130,000 per year. The state of Colorado requires listing salary details. The salary will likely be within this range although it may differ based on experience level or other factors.

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