Satellite Database Systems Engineer

Accountabilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and update satellite telemetry and command databases used in mission operations.
• Develop and manage Management Information Base (MIB) telemetry and command databases to support spacecraft monitoring, control, and operational activities.
• Integrate satellite databases with mission control systems, satellite ground infrastructure, and flight software.
• Validate database configurations and data structures to ensure accuracy, consistency, reliability, and operational readiness.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, flight software, and mission operations teams throughout the development, integration, and deployment lifecycle.
• Conduct database testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, database configurations, and operational procedures.
• Support the development, integration, and ongoing operation of LEO and MEO satellite communication constellations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of satellite database management practices and mission support processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in satellite database systems, spacecraft operations, or a closely related engineering field.
• Demonstrated experience working with MIB telemetry and command databases in satellite mission operations environments.
• Familiarity with satellite telemetry ground systems, mission control software, and flight software integration.
• Experience supporting satellite database development for LEO and/or MEO communication constellations.
• Strong understanding of satellite mission operations, telemetry processing, command database management, and spacecraft data workflows.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate complex technical issues and maintain data accuracy.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and operations teams.
• Preferred qualifications: Experience supporting commercial or government satellite missions, integrating satellite ground systems with mission control platforms, and applying systems engineering processes within space programs.
• Security eligibility: Must be eligible to obtain or already hold the required Controlled Goods Program (CGP) clearance.

Benefits

• Compensation: To be determined based on skills and experience.
• Employment type: Full-time position.
• Remote work: Remote opportunity for eligible U.S. and Canadian citizens.
• Relocation assistance: Relocation allowance and bonus available for eligible candidates relocating from Europe and the United Kingdom.
• Immediate start: The position is available to begin as soon as possible.
• Technical impact: Opportunity to contribute to satellite database systems supporting advanced LEO and MEO communication missions.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work alongside specialists in flight software, systems engineering, ground systems, and mission operations.