Operations Support Engineer -Secret Clearance Required
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Overview
York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms. York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively.
We’re looking to expand our team across the board.
- Perform on-console tasks for real-time operations and anomaly investigations for multiple missions
- Develop and execute operational documentation, including procedures, anomaly documentation, and information files
- Respond to anomalies - hardware and software - for both ground and space assets
- Monitor health and safety of space and ground segments by trending and monitoring telemetry
- Support mission planning activities for multiple on orbit spacecraft
- Participate in mission rehearsals, launch support activities, and anomaly response exercises
- Develop tools to improve operations
- Work with engineering subject matter experts and Mission Operations personnel to plan and execute mission objectives ensuring contractual commitments
- BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant technical field (or equivalent experience)
- Ability to quickly learn operational documentation, software, and hardware design.
- Familiarity with Python
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Ability to work well in both a team environment and executing individual tasks
- Previous experience in satellite operations or satellite mission planning
- Ability to regularly work off hours, weekends and holidays; shift work required
- Active Security Clearance – SECRET
- Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, orbital dynamics, and ground systems
- Familiarity with JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint or other project management tools
- Experience with the following:
- Telemetry analysis and trending
- Space situational awareness
- Flight and ground software
- Network administration
- Data management
- General familiarity with current cybersecurity best practices
- TS/SCI Security Clearance
In addition to compensation, York Space Systems is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance along with PTO and a 401K.
How To ApplyInterested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply” link at the top of the page. York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed.
York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.
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