24 spacecraft operations engineer jobs at 9 companies in Long Beach, CA
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Spacecraft Operations Engineer I/II
Long Beach, California, United States
$82k-$118k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Rocket LabNasdaq: RKLB: Operates launch vehicles and manufactures satellites for space missions.
2+ YOEBachelor's in engineering, experience in spacecraft operations or related subsystems, software development skills (Python/Ruby/C/C++), understanding of orbital mechanics and spacecraft subsystems, U.S. work eligibility required.
Rocket LabNASDAQ: RKLB: Designs and builds launch vehicles and satellite systems.
2+ YOEBachelor's in engineering, understanding of spacecraft subsystems and orbital mechanics, software development experience (Python/Ruby/C/C++), U.S. citizenship or authorized status per ITAR; Engineer II requires 2+ years spacecraft or operations experience.
Reston or Huntsville or Denver or Seattle or Los Angeles
$134k-$203k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
8+ YOEB.S. in computer science/engineering/IT/applied math, 8+ years spacecraft development and operations, experience with Command & Telemetry Databases and CCSDS, proficiency in Java/Python/JavaScript/C/C++, familiarity with flight software and C2 tools, ability to work with cross-functional teams; U.S. work authorization required.
CCSDS, Java, Python, JavaScript, C, C++, Command and Telemetry Database (CTDB), Command and Control (C2), Flight Software (FSW), Jira, GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS)
Vast: Develops and operates commercial artificial-gravity space stations.
3+ YOEExperience in human spaceflight operations, training development, spacecraft systems knowledge; ability to travel up to 20%, work overtime/weekends, and perform real-time flight operations.
Mission Operations Engineer, Amazon Leo For Government
El Segundo or Northridge
$129k-$175k/yrOnsiteFull Time
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
3+ YOEBachelor's in engineering, 3+ years spacecraft mission operations experience, knowledge of spacecraft subsystems, HITL testing experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and ability to obtain U.S. TS/SCI clearance.
Varda Space Industries: Develops in-orbit manufacturing platforms and reentry capsules for pharmaceuticals.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering, 2+ years in complex real-time operations, 1+ year developing tools with Python, JavaScript, or HTML, and familiarity with spacecraft avionics, GNC, software, and thermal design.
Venturi Astrolab: Designs and builds robotic rovers for Moon and Mars exploration.
8+ YOEBachelor's in STEM or equivalent,8+ years mission/spacecraft/robotics operations experience,experience with flight operations, developing procedures, mission timelines, simulations, telemetry monitoring, anomaly response, and training.
Turion Space: Builds spacecraft for orbital debris removal and satellite servicing.
3+ YOE3+ years in mission or spacecraft operations; deep knowledge of operations concepts, procedures, and ground systems; strong cross‑disciplinary communication; ability to obtain TS/SCI; scripting experience (Python, MATLAB) preferred.
Senior ATLO (Assembly, Test, & Launch Operations) Engineer - Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, California, United States
$120k-$215k/yrOnsiteFull Time
BoeingNYSE: BA: Designs and manufactures aircraft, defense systems, and space technology.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering (or related) with 5+ years manufacturing/assembly experience in aerospace or similar; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance; experience with spacecraft integration, test, LabVIEW, Python/C++, Linux, PLM/MRP/Jira, CAD, and statistical analysis.
NI LabVIEW, DAQ, Python, C++, Linux, PowerBI, Tableau, MRP/ERP, Jira, MS Project, Teamcenter/PLM, CAD, signal analyzers, multimeters
Principal GNC Engineer, Responsive Space (Top Secret Clearance)
Redondo Beach, California, United States
$230k-$270k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Impulse Space: Developing in-space transportation services and orbital transfer vehicles.
12+ YOEActive TS/SCI clearance, Bachelor's in engineering/math/science, 12+ years spacecraft control design experience, proficiency in MATLAB and C++, control analysis, and spacecraft operations.
Senior ATLO (Assembly, Test, & Launch Operations) Engineer - Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, California, United States
$120k-$215k/yrOnsiteFull Time
BoeingNYSE: BA: Designing and manufacturing commercial aircraft and defense systems.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent; 5+ years manufacturing/assembly experience (Aerospace preferred); U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance; experience with spacecraft integration, assembly/test, and production automation.
NI LabVIEW, DAQ hardware, electrical power supplies, signal analyzers, multimeters, Python, C++, Linux, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, MRP/ERP, Jira, Microsoft Project, manufacturing execution systems, Teamcenter/PLM, configuration management, CAD software
Anduril Industries: Defense technology building autonomous military hardware and software.
4+ YOE4+ years in software engineering; strong CS/Math/Physics background; proficient in Java, Python, C++, Rust, Go, JavaScript; experience with Space C2 and spacecraft operations; eligible for US Secret clearance
EnduroSat: Manufacturer of modular software-defined satellites and space infrastructure.
8+ YOE4+ Mgmt8+ years spacecraft AIT experience with 4+ years leadership, clean room setup and operations, equipment procurement, project management, team hiring/training, Bachelor's in engineering required (Master's preferred).