SEAKR Engineering

Mission Operations Engineer I

SEAKR Engineering · Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Colorado Springs, CO, United States $80K–$95K Posted 2026-10-07
Salary
$80K–$95K
Type
Full-time
Experience
0-2 yr

The Mission Operation (MO) Engineer ensures On-Orbit satellite programs meet mission objectives by utilizing detailed knowledge of satellite systems, payloads, and operations. The Mission Operations Engineer is key in supporting the integration and test of payload missions. A successful candidate will have a broad understanding of space Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and related disciplines including electrical, software, and test in the aerospace industry.

Mission Operation Engineers will work under the supervision of Systems Engineering and/or MO leads on a satellite vehicle program. In close proximity with both engineering teams and program management the MO Engineer will support or take responsibility for mission requirements management, system modelling, system simulation, operational documentation, on-orbit procedure development, planning, lab integration and formal test of payload systems at On-orbit. A successful MO Engineer should be able to lead vehicle operations and execution of mission operations procedures.

Key responsibilities and requirements for this position:

  • Ability to execute technical tasking based on current program priorities and assigned action items
  • Capability to Support Satellite passes in Payload Operations Center (POC)
  • Execution of daily standup in support of MO lead tasking
  • Run Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) Flat Sat and support testing
  • Run satellite tool kit (STK)
  • Contribute content to the satellite pass contact plan
  • MUST hold an active DoD Secret Clearance or above
  • Minimum: Bachelors of Science in Engineering
  • 0-3 Years in an Engineering Role
  • Desired: Experience in a Mission Operations Center or Satellite Operations Center
  • Desired: Experience with modeling & simulation environments (eg: STK, AFSIM)

Join SEAKR Engineering, a leading-edge provider of advanced electronics for space applications. Pushing the boundaries of technology on a mission to change the world for the better from space.

Compensation: Base salary range is $80,000-95,000, depending on qualifications. SEAKR has very rich medical, dental and vision insurance plans, along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for a year-end bonus. SEAKR offers a variety of paid leave, such as vacation, sick, bereavement, and FMLA.

SEAKR is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

US Citizenship Required

Applications will be accepted until 10/23/26.

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