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Lead Space Operations Engineer

2 months ago

Lanham, Maryland, United States Qwaltec Full time

Qwaltec is seeking a Lead Space Operations Engineer to contribute to the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center's (GSFC) On-Orbit Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing 1 (OSAM-1) mission as part of the Ground System and Mission Operations 3 (GSMO-3) contract.

This role is based in Greenbelt, MD.


The OSAM-1 mission is managed by GSFC's Exploration & In-space Services (NExIS) and is a robotic servicing initiative aimed at refueling satellites in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).


Mission Components:

The mission consists of three key components:

  • Flight Element: This includes the OSAM-1 Servicing Vehicle (RSV) and associated development testbeds.
  • Ground Element: This encompasses the systems necessary for conducting RSV operations along with the supporting networks and facilities.
  • Launch Element: This involves the Launch Vehicle and the necessary supporting facilities and services.

NExIS is tasked with the design, engineering, development, testing, and operational execution of the OSAM-1 mission through a collaborative team at GSFC.

The design and integration of the Servicing Payload will take place at GSFC.


The Lead Space Operations Engineer will play a crucial role in providing operational support to the OSAM-1 ground and operations team.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Development of ASIST for the OSAM-1 Flight Operations Team.
  • Support for the OSAM-1 Servicing Vehicle (RSV) simulator during testing events and flight product evaluations.
  • Creation of position descriptions and responsibilities for the Mission Operations Center (MOC) and Robot Mission Operations Center (ROBOMOC), including communication structures.
  • Assistance in the development of MOC/ROBOMOC visualization tools and situational awareness capabilities.
  • Formulation of CONOPS for utilizing multiple commanding sources (MOC and ROBOMOC) at varying commanding rates.
  • Development of CONOPS for simulation/testing and uplink of operational products, including maneuvers, stored command loads, and FSW/table uploads.
  • Support for the OSAM-1 Ground Element (RGE) requirements verification testing.
  • Contribute to the development of operational/testing products, including STOL procedures and telemetry displays.
  • Facilitate end-to-end testing and mission readiness evaluations, which include simulations and rehearsals.
  • Assist in developing the core Flight Operations Team (FOT) shift staffing profile, shift handover processes, and reporting mechanisms.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or a related field.
  • A minimum of nine (9) years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with Mission Planning Software (MPS) and STK Scheduler, preferably within a NASA program.
  • Expertise in CONOPS development.
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Experience in requirements development, verification, and testing.
  • Proficiency in developing operational and testing procedures, including STOL procedures.
  • Telemetry and commanding experience.
  • Mission operations experience at GSFC is a plus.
  • Experience in managing a team of operations engineers, scheduling shift work, and overseeing shift handover processes.

Company Overview:

Qwaltec is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in space systems operations. We offer expertise in operations and engineering, mission readiness, technical training, and systems engineering for satellite mission control centers.

Our vision is to make a meaningful impact both on and off the planet, prioritizing our customers and team members alongside our mission.

We are committed to excellence and accountability, striving to exceed expectations while maintaining integrity and compassion.

We value relationships and uphold principles of openness, honesty, and fairness in all our endeavors.


As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, Qwaltec is dedicated to building a diverse and talented workforce.