Science Systems and Applications, Inc. (SSAI) seeks a talented and goal-oriented Satellite Operations Engineer to join our team supporting NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The selected candidate will work closely with contractor and NASA / NOAA instrument teams. The position is pivotal to ensuring the operational integrity and responsible for scheduling key instrument operations in conjunction with the Missions Operation Team (MOT) at NOAA. The primary responsibilities will encompass technical review and assessment of satellite telemetry, analyzing trends, leading investigations, developing and evaluating concepts of operations, and overseeing launch and early operations. Additionally, this role involves providing inputs and requirements to data analysis tools and operations workflows. Core Responsibilities: + Work on scheduling regular periodic Instrument uploads for daily operations of the OMPS instruments on board the JPSS platforms + Major responsibility of the operator will be in planning and executing special OMPS measurements during early LEO&A phase and otherwise during the mission operation. + Daily Telemetry Review: Conduct thorough daily reviews of satellite telemetry data and alarms to monitor the health and performance of the instruments + Anomaly Investigation: Lead investigations into any anomalies detected in satellite telemetry, employing a systematic approach to identify and evaluate root causes, workarounds, and corrective actions. + Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and evaluate concepts of operations, and automations, aimed at maximizing the productivity and efficiency of the satellite operations. Effectively document and communicate new and existing operational concepts and automations. + Launch and Early Operations: Provide technical oversight and support during satellite launch and early operations phases, ensuring smooth transitions into operational status. Required Qualifications: + B.S. degree in Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematical Sciences or other equivalent sciences and engineering disciplines, plus 6 years of experience in Satellite Operations. + Proficiency in data analysis and systems analysis tools and techniques, using IDL and python programming. + Experience using Unix/Linux. + Proven experience in satellite operations, telemetry analysis, and anomaly resolution. + Demonstrated availability to work well in a team environment. + Solid communication skills, both oral and written. + US Citizenship required. Desired Qualifications: + Working knowledge of satellite systems, subsystems, and space environment considerations. + Strong understanding and experience working with satellite flight software, attitude control algorithms, and space-to-ground interfaces. + Experience managing and interacting with SQL databases. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to touch, handle or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear and occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus