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Mission Operations Engineer

EnduroSat

EnduroSat

Operations
Sofia, Bulgaria
Posted on Jul 5, 2025

About us

We are EnduroSat! A fast-growing space scale-up at the forefront of satellite innovation, specializing in advanced software-flexible satellites for commercial, governmental, and scientific endeavors.

  • This is more than a job, it`s a mission

    We are making space universally accessible and redefining the possible

  • We get things done

    We take ownership of what we do and we work hard to make a difference

  • We are fearless

    Transpаrеncy is our only way forward. We dare to address and resolve issues head-on

  • We learn from our mistakes

    We deliver, take informed risks, and evolve to achieve our goals. We compare with the best version of ourselves

What is the role?

As a Mission Operations Engineer you will work closely with EnduroSat's operations and engineering teams to prepare procedures and prepare automation for LEOPs and routine operations of different new spacecraft. The role focuses on the pre-launch procedures and preparation, including detailed design of the payload preparations, ground segment definition and validation, mission database management and configuration management, ground and spacecraft-run scripts writing, verification and validation. This extends both to individual spacecraft and entire constellation operations design.

Some of your daily tasks will include:

  • Utilizing Python programming both onboard the spacecraft and on the ground
  • Leveraging your experience with spacecraft operations and AIT procedures to oversee the final steps of detailed operations definition
  • Participating in shifts during LEOP and initial commissioning before handing over to the regular Mission Operations Team
  • Performing initial analysis and validation with Systems ToolKit prior to LEOP
  • Executing orbit maneuvering, payload operations, and applying AOCS knowledge using Mission Operations software

What do we look for?

  • Strong proficiency in Python programming
  • Prior experience with spacecraft operations and familiarity with AIT procedures, and hardware fundamentals
  • Ability to work on-site in a cleanroom environment to manage final operation definitions.
  • Experience with mission operation tools and executing necessary procedures to execute orbit maneuvering, payload operations and AOCS knowledge
How to Stand Out:
  • Familiarity with APIs, Web architecture, CCSDS, and ECSS standards
  • Knowledge of C, C++ and embedded programming fundamentals
  • Understanding of Constraint Programming, Scheduling, Automation, and Mission Planning Systems and modeling languages (eg. PINTA, PDDL, etc)

Why EnduroSat?

  • Fast-paced and delivery-focused culture

    We work with well-defined quarterly based objectives, that allow us to fast-track the progression of our work and improve as we go

  • Tough engineering challenges & hard-core R&D

    You will be able to work on unique space technology and build next-gen innovations, while mentored by world-recognized space experts

  • Constant learning and progression

    Own your personal growth by navigating through our career progression framework and educational programs

  • Chance to join our space educational program

    Meet international space experts and improve your knowledge and skillset with our hands-on educational program

At EnduroSat, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We are committed to equal employment opportunities without discrimination against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, this position is suitable for people with disabilities in accordance with the People with Disabilities National Regulation Act, ensuring accessibility and accommodation in the workplace.