Flight Operations Engineer - GEO Satellite Services

The Flight Operations Engineer is to define and develop the operations concept and procedures for a Geo-orbit satellites providing space-based services such as Space Situational Awareness (SSA). Initially, the role will focus on transforming high-level Concepts of Operations (ConOps), subsystem specifications, and software/equipment documentation into a cohesive Flight Operations architecture. Over time, this position will evolve to include hands-on execution of flight operations once the satellite becomes operational. Job Description Phase 1 - Design & Definition:

• Analyze mission-level Concepts of Operations (ConOps) and derive detailed Flight Operations concepts and requirements.
• Define operational modes, sequences, and decision trees for nominal and off-nominal scenarios.
• Interface with spacecraft subsystem teams (ADCS, thermal, propulsion, communications, etc.) to understand equipment capabilities, constraints, and telemetry/command interfaces.
• Collaborate with ground segment, mission planning, and software teams to define required tools and interfaces.
• Develop and document:Operations Concepts (ConOps)
• Flight Operations Manual (FOM)
• Flight Operating Procedures (FOPs)
• Contingency and anomaly response plans

Participate in system integration and test campaigns to validate operational concepts and procedures in simulated environments.Phase 2 - Operations Execution:

• Support or lead day-to-day mission operations post-launch, including planning, commanding, and monitoring of spacecraft activities.
• Participate in shift rotations for LEOP (Launch and Early Orbit Phase) and commissioning, as needed.
• Monitor spacecraft health and safety, investigate anomalies, and execute recovery actions.
• Interface with external customers or users services to ensure mission responsiveness and data continuity.
• Continuously refine operational procedures based on in-flight data and lessons learned.

What we offer

• The opportunity to be part of an international team transforming the space industry.
• A creative and innovative work environment where ideas turn into reality.
• Competitive salary and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in satellite mission operations or flight systems engineering (preferably LEO or GEO missions).
• Strong understanding of spacecraft subsystems and ground segment interactions.
• Experience writing technical documentation and procedures.
• Familiarity with operational software tools (e.g., SCOS-2000).
• Comfortable working across multiple teams and managing ambiguity in early mission phases.

Preferred:

• Experience with GEO satellite operations.
• Experience with test campaigns and spacecraft simulators.
• Python experience for tools automation or telemetry analysis.
• Ability to work shifts during critical mission phases (LEOP, anomaly resolution).