Systems Engineer, Spacecraft Operations (RPO)

Highlights

• Own RPO mission plans for close approach, hold points, and safety.
• Rehearse spacecraft operations on flatsats and hardware-in-the-loop testbeds.
• Build flight rules for rendezvous and proximity operations in contested space.

Ideal candidate

A hands-on spacecraft operator who treats RPO as a craft and thrives owning mission plans end-to-end. You love rehearsing edge cases, debugging anomalies under pressure, and shaping hardware through operational insight.

Requirements

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
• Strong engineering background