The Payload Operations Engineer performs all activities required to operate the satellite payload subsystems to support constellation service and in-orbit testing. This is a day-staff shift position supporting each of the Satellite Operations Centers (SOCs) but will also require support during some weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts in order to provide 24x7 payload support. Work place: Barcelona.
Satellite manufacturing company with one of its offices located in el Baix Llobregat (Barcelona). Looking for a Payload Operations Engineer.
The Payload Operations Engineer will take care of:Support development of payload operations tools required for efficient automated payload tasksOperate payload tools to create all configuration items required for the payload in-orbit testing (IOT) and commercial serviceMonitor the service/test automation and analyze the results via evaluation of telemetries and logsCoordinate payload system configuration changes as required to maintain commercial service levelsWork with tool developers for functionality updates and payload software updatesCoordinate troubleshooting with SOC, Network Operations Center (NOC) and Subsystem engineers to resolve any service issuesMonitor and process payload subsystem telemetry data to maintain payload subsystem state of health including but not limited to power, thermal, and RF performanceMaintain situational awareness of satellite, payload,



and ground configuration and statusOperate SOC operations software toolsSupport development of automated operations toolsParticipate in daily shift handover briefingsSupport mission product development including procedure development, test, and validationSupport system readiness, planning, and preparation for satellite in-orbit milestonesAttend required and routine training sessions, simulations, rehearsals, conferences, and program reviews.
Perfil idealThe Payload Operations Engineer must have:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) fieldMust be a legally able to work in SpainExcellent oral and written communications skillsAbility to work in an environment with rapidly evolving system requirementsDemonstrated ability to work independentlyTechnical understanding of satellite system architecture and subsystem functionalityHigh level of problem-solving capabilitiesFamiliarity with engineering analysis toolsPreferred Qualifications2+ years' experience, and/or Masters degreeExperience working with satellite communication payloadsDemonstrated ability to drive requirements for concepts of operationFamiliarity with version control software, preferably GitFamiliarity with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence)Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Java, Python, Matlab, C#,Aerospace sectorFlexibilityBarcelona

📌 Payload Operations Engineer (Barcelona)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Barcelona