Satellite Operator

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system.

As a Satellite Operator, you will work closely with mission operations engineers, hardware engineers, and software engineers writing and executing standard operating procedures used to safely and reliably fly spacecraft on orbit.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineers to create, test, and execute satellite operations procedures, including launch, early operations, orbit raising, and nominal sustainment operations procedures
• Monitor system health and report anomalies, working with the engineering team to safely resolve them
• Participate in training exercises, helping to enhance our training regimen for new satellite operators

Requirements:

• 2+ years of professional work experience
• Process-oriented mindset with emphasis on excellence and repeatable execution
• Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties without supervision
• A passion for working in a fast-paced, collaborative, high-stakes environment

Bonus skills:

• Basic understanding of satellite subsystems (hardware and software)
• Basic understanding of satellite ground systems, antennas, & RF
• Familiarity with testing and troubleshooting complex systems
• Familiarity with software development tools such as Git
• Experience operating complex systems
• Familiarity with GEO satellites

We offer:

• Base pay: $44-$49 USD per hour
• Significant equity package via incentive stock options
• High-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals