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Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.\nWho We’re Looking For\nWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mission Operations Engineer I to support spacecraft operations, mission execution, and real-time monitoring of our next-generation space systems. In this role, you will assist with spacecraft commanding, telemetry analysis, operational procedure development, and anomaly identification while working closely with mission operations, systems engineering, and ground software teams.\nYou will play a key role in ensuring safe, reliable, and successful spacecraft operations throughout the mission lifecycle. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer who has a strong technical foundation, enjoys solving complex problems, and is eager to gain hands-on experience supporting mission-critical space operations in a fast-paced environment.\nWhere You’ll Make an Impact\nExecute routine and contingency spacecraft operations under supervision, including command uplink, telemetry monitoring, and spacecraft health assessments.\nMonitor spacecraft performance in real time, identifying anomalies, off-nominal trends, and potential operational issues.\nSupport the development, testing, and validation of operational procedures, command sequences, and mission products.\nAnalyze spacecraft telemetry data to support performance trending, troubleshooting, and mission reporting.\nCoordinate with ground stations and network service providers to support successful spacecraft communication passes.\nParticipate in mission rehearsals, operational readiness reviews, and post-pass analyses.\nCollaborate with mission operations, systems engineering, and ground software teams to support spacecraft performance and operational objectives.\nDocument operational findings, lessons learned, and recommended improvements to procedures and tools.\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives that enhance mission reliability, operational efficiency, and spacecraft performance.\nWhat It Takes\nBachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field.\nFoundational understanding of spacecraft subsystems, including attitude determination and control (ADCS), power, communications, thermal, and propulsion.\nFamiliarity with scripting and data analysis tools such as Python or MATLAB.\nStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent attention to detail and ability to follow structured operational procedures.\nStrong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.\nAbility to remain focused and methodical during time-sensitive or critical operations.\nWillingness to learn new spacecraft systems, mission tools, and operational processes.\nAbility to work rotating shifts, including occasional nights, weekends, or holidays based on mission requirements.\nNice-to-Have Experience\nInternship or academic project experience in satellite operations, ground systems, or mission design.\nExperience working with telemetry/command systems, mission planning tools, or ground software.\nUnderstanding of RF communications, orbital mechanics, or command and control architectures.\nAbility to interpret data sets and develop basic automation or analysis scripts.\nWhat You’ll Get\nOwnership - Gain hands-on experience supporting spacecraft operations and mission-critical activities that directly contribute to mission success.\nInnovation - Work with next-generation spacecraft technologies advancing space mobility, maneuverability, and mission operations.\nImpact - Contribute to real-world national security, civil, and commercial space missions through reliable spacecraft operations and performance monitoring.\nGrowth - Develop your technical expertise alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional development.\n Compensation - Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, FSA, 401(k) matching, and equity sharing.\nLocation: Hawthorne, CA \nBase Salary: $90,000- 125,000\nThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.\nAdditional Requirements\nTo comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nApply now. 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