Spacecraft Operations Engineer

Spacecraft Operations Engineer

AAC Clyde Space

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commissioning of our spacecrafts from launch to commencement of nominal operations.
• Plan, prepare and execute in-orbit tests.
• Participate in ground testing, operations rehearsals, and readiness reviews.
• Support the design of mission-specific ground segment systems for service and data delivery.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures and other documentation.
• Monitor and ensure continued operation and health of existing missions.
• Coordinate short- and long-term activity plans to meet mission and customer requirements.
• Investigate and resolve in-orbit anomalies identify trends and implement preventive measures.
• Take ownership of KPIs and the continual improvement of our services.
• Report both internally, and to our customers.
• Develop documentation and processes according to regulations and licencing requirements.

Skills required:

• Relevant degree or equivalent work experience [KB1].
• Ability to work flexibly, including during off-hours or on-call shifts.
• Demonstrated industry experience in a similar environment.
• Proven ability to effectively identify and debug issues with existing or new software.
• Basic understanding of satellites and the space industry.
• Technical report and procedure writing to a high standard.
• Quick thinking and ability to remain calm under pressure, for example during live satellite communication passes.
• Excellent analytical with high attention to detail and problem-solving skills with a structured and methodical approach.
• Confident working with stakeholders, customers and suppliers with demonstrable commercial experience.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and interpersonal abilities for professional settings and standards.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams and projects in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Competent IT skills including Microsoft software.
• Proficient in English, both verbally and written.

Skills desired:

• Knowledge of space mission analysis and spacecraft design.
• Experience of scripting or automation tools (primarily Python).
• Experience of RF / DSP engineering applied to space communications.
• Experience of testing or operating a spacecraft at system/mission level.
• Experience with flight dynamics, constellation management or mission planning.
• Previous experience of working with small/medium sized company.