General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Whether a specific satellite for a specific mission or a constellation of interconnected spacecraft, the GA-EMS Space Systems team is re-defining how customers can access the possibilities of space. GA-EMS offers modular and scalable satellite platforms backed with a history of operational flight experience along with ground system and mission operations services to support defense, civil, commercial, and academic mission requirements. 
 
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Satellite Operations Engineer to join our team located in Englewood, CO.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for planning and executing space vehicle contacts. Expected to follow procedures for nominal and anomaly operations.  Develops operations procedures.  Leads resolution of on-orbit anomalies or operations issues providing status and solutions to leadership.Capable of diagnosing issues through review and trending of telemetry.  Supports system design and development.  Produces operations related program documentation.  Develops ground system requirements to support operations needs.Supports design of new space systems including: requirement development, conduct of design reviews, verification and test supportLiaise with all levels of program and engineering staff to develop mission operations plans and conduct nominal and anomaly operations.Responsible for providing status on development tasks, supporting development of program schedules.Responsible for keeping engineering, program, and customer leadership apprised of operations activities.Supports operation of engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.Troubleshoots, analyzes, and repairs systems in assigned area by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles.Provides documentation and makes technical presentations as required.Directs the activities of designers, technicians and may direct the activities of less experienced professional staff.May represent the organization in providing solutions to technical issues associated with specific projects.Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.Performs other duties as assigned.Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.