IonQ

Quantum Computing

SatelliteOperationsEngineer

$115–165k ~AI est. Louisville, Colorado, United States Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Satellite Operations Engineer at IonQ. Skills: Satellite Operations, Spacecraft Engineering, Python Automation. Lead launch and commissioning. Perform spacecraft analysis”

Industry & Context.

Quantum Computing
Problems you'll solve

Dealing with unknowns; Quantifying risk; Addressing uncertainty; Problem-solving; Critical thinking

Eligibility Requirements

Up to 5% travel, On-call rotation, U. S. citizen or permanent resident

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's or Master's degree, 2+ years of relevant work experience, Proficiency in Python, Experience with Git, U. S. citizen or permanent resident

Nice to Have

No prior space experience required

What You'll Do.

Lead launch and commissioning

Perform spacecraft analysis

Perform anomaly response

Develop operational procedures

Automate operational procedures

Test satellite software updates

Deploy satellite software updates

Support special projects

Support demonstrations

Participate in on-call rotation

Interface with other teams

Develop autonomous spacecraft operations

Maintain autonomous spacecraft operations

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Close-knit team; Other teams

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