Muon Space inc
Satellite Operations Platform Manager Mountain View, CA or Remote
Muon Space inc, Mountain View, California, us, 94039
Overview
As a
Satellite Operations Platform Manager , you will bridge our spacecraft in orbit, the Satellite Operations team, and broader engineering and business teams. You’ll turn customer contracts into operational reality by ensuring satellites are commissioned, transitioned to nominal operations, and scaled to meet a rapidly growing constellation. This role sits at the intersection of engineering execution and operational strategy: you’ll coordinate across subsystems (Flight Software, Ground Software, Thermal, Electrical, Systems, GNC, Business Development) to ensure satellites meet contractual obligations, while helping the Satellite Operations team prepare for rapid fleet growth. Responsibilities
Lead cross functional team meetings for commissioning activities and anomaly reviews and provide regular progress updates to management Lead the development of commissioning plans for satellite launches and coordinate with the Satellite Operations Manager and Systems Engineering teams to ensure proper support Monitor operational performance against contractual requirements and coordinate cross team support to address any performance shortfalls Ensure Satellite Operations systems and processes are scalable and support anticipated fleet expansion and contractual requirements Provide periodic updates to management on commissioning progress and operational performance against contractual commitments Qualifications
5+ years of experience in satellite operations or a related high-reliability system environment (e.g., aerospace, defense) Working knowledge of satellite subsystem functionality Experience solving complex problems that span multiple systems Experience with creating operational processes to address both technical and customer needs An engineering background in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science Strong communication and teamwork skills Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic environment Ability to thrive in ambiguity and create structure/process where none exists Nice-to-have Skills
Demonstrated experience with satellite command and control systems, telemetry analysis, and mission planning Direct experience with on-orbit satellite commissioning or mission operations Understanding of ITAR/EAR regulations Salary
The salary range for this role is $129K - $205K and will depend on a candidate's skills geographic location, qualifications, and experience as defined during the interview process. About Muon Space
Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our facility in Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space delivers Earth Intelligence for a safer world. Taking Care of Our Team
Muon Space offers compensation as part of a total package including salary, equity, medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, disability and life insurance. We provide three weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time, and paid parental leave. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t check all the boxes, and we will provide reasonable accommodation for applications or interviews upon request. This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. person or eligible to access export controlled information without prior export authorization, or eligible to obtain authorization. The Company may decline to pursue export licensing where applicable. Application Information
Please note: this posting may include a brief form and fields typically found in a job application process, such as name, contact information, resume submission, and eligibility questions. Equal Employment Opportunity and Voluntary Self-Identification
Muon Space is an equal opportunity employer. For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the voluntary self-identification survey. This information is confidential and will not affect hiring decisions. Details on disability categories and related statements follow as part of the voluntary process and are not required to apply.
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As a
Satellite Operations Platform Manager , you will bridge our spacecraft in orbit, the Satellite Operations team, and broader engineering and business teams. You’ll turn customer contracts into operational reality by ensuring satellites are commissioned, transitioned to nominal operations, and scaled to meet a rapidly growing constellation. This role sits at the intersection of engineering execution and operational strategy: you’ll coordinate across subsystems (Flight Software, Ground Software, Thermal, Electrical, Systems, GNC, Business Development) to ensure satellites meet contractual obligations, while helping the Satellite Operations team prepare for rapid fleet growth. Responsibilities
Lead cross functional team meetings for commissioning activities and anomaly reviews and provide regular progress updates to management Lead the development of commissioning plans for satellite launches and coordinate with the Satellite Operations Manager and Systems Engineering teams to ensure proper support Monitor operational performance against contractual requirements and coordinate cross team support to address any performance shortfalls Ensure Satellite Operations systems and processes are scalable and support anticipated fleet expansion and contractual requirements Provide periodic updates to management on commissioning progress and operational performance against contractual commitments Qualifications
5+ years of experience in satellite operations or a related high-reliability system environment (e.g., aerospace, defense) Working knowledge of satellite subsystem functionality Experience solving complex problems that span multiple systems Experience with creating operational processes to address both technical and customer needs An engineering background in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science Strong communication and teamwork skills Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic environment Ability to thrive in ambiguity and create structure/process where none exists Nice-to-have Skills
Demonstrated experience with satellite command and control systems, telemetry analysis, and mission planning Direct experience with on-orbit satellite commissioning or mission operations Understanding of ITAR/EAR regulations Salary
The salary range for this role is $129K - $205K and will depend on a candidate's skills geographic location, qualifications, and experience as defined during the interview process. About Muon Space
Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our facility in Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space delivers Earth Intelligence for a safer world. Taking Care of Our Team
Muon Space offers compensation as part of a total package including salary, equity, medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401k retirement plan, disability and life insurance. We provide three weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, unlimited sick time, and paid parental leave. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or gender identity. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t check all the boxes, and we will provide reasonable accommodation for applications or interviews upon request. This position requires access to export controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. person or eligible to access export controlled information without prior export authorization, or eligible to obtain authorization. The Company may decline to pursue export licensing where applicable. Application Information
Please note: this posting may include a brief form and fields typically found in a job application process, such as name, contact information, resume submission, and eligibility questions. Equal Employment Opportunity and Voluntary Self-Identification
Muon Space is an equal opportunity employer. For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the voluntary self-identification survey. This information is confidential and will not affect hiring decisions. Details on disability categories and related statements follow as part of the voluntary process and are not required to apply.
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