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Sphinx Defense

Junior DevOps Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid

$75K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Junior DevOps Engineer to join our team building a cutting edge communications platform for US government satellites. We're looking for a Junior DevOps Engineer to ...

Veteran Jobs - 2023 Mar 01 - Veterans Resources

Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) seeks a seeks a Satellite Systems Engineer to serve as ... Provide real-time support to on-orbit GPS satellite operations, including investigation of and ...

Sphinx Defense

Senior DevOps Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · Hybrid

$160K - $195K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

... s Engineer to join our team, building the next generation of mission planning and command and ... satellites; you will play a key role in building a cutting-edge communications platform for US ...

True Anomaly

Lead Operations Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO

$150K - $250K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Own all Mission Operations deliverables for a given satellite program - from BD/proposal phase ... Serve as the integrating generalist engineer across subsystem teams (GNC, FSW, FDIR, propulsion ...

Quantix

Linux DevOps Engineer

Castle Rock, CO

... s Engineer Location: Castle Rock, CO Type: Contract to Hire Length: 3 months Company located in ... Satellite Server, develop and deploy LDAP Authentication for all Linux servers and build Chef ...

KSAT, INC.

Mission Manager

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$110K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

... engineering lifecycle, along with a demonstrated capability to perform in high-stress, high-stakes situations. This position will report to the US Satellite Operations Lead. The role will be local to ...

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Sphinx Defense

Junior DevOps Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$75K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

ABOUT THE ROLE Sphinx is hiring a Junior DevOps Engineer to join our team building a cutting edge communications platform for US government satellites. We're looking for a Junior DevOps Engineer to ...

Quantix

Linux DevOps Engineer

Castle Rock, CO · On-site

... s Engineer. The role involves leading Linux systems engineering, managing servers, and implementing ... Hat Satellite Server • develop and deploy LDAP Authentication for all Linux servers • build ...

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How much do satellite operations engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for satellite operations engineer in Colorado is $89,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,100.00 and $98,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a satellite operations engineer do?

A typical day for a Satellite Operations Engineer involves monitoring satellite performance, analyzing telemetry data, and coordinating responses to any anomalies or unexpected events. You may participate in shift work to ensure 24/7 operational coverage, collaborate with hardware engineers, mission planners, and ground station teams, and document system status or updates. Regular tasks include executing command sequences, supporting satellite launches or maneuvers, and preparing detailed reports for senior engineers and management. This role combines technical hands-on work with real-time problem-solving and teamwork, providing a dynamic and impactful work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a satellite operations engineer?

To thrive as a Satellite Operations Engineer, you need a strong background in aerospace engineering, physics, or a related technical field, often supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with satellite control systems, mission planning software, telemetry, and (where applicable) industry certifications such as ITAR or FCC licensure is crucial. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for success in this role. These competencies are essential to ensure the reliable operation, monitoring, and troubleshooting of satellites in a highly collaborative and mission-critical environment.

What is a satellite operations engineer?

A Satellite Operations Engineer is responsible for monitoring, controlling, and maintaining the health and performance of satellites in orbit. They operate ground control systems, analyze telemetry data, troubleshoot anomalies, and implement corrective actions to ensure continuous satellite functionality. Their role may involve planning satellite maneuvers, coordinating with mission teams, and supporting pre-launch testing. Strong analytical skills, knowledge of satellite communication systems, and experience with ground station operations are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various Satellite Operations Engineer job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,409 per year, or $43 per hour.

Backend Engineer - Mission Operations Services

Loft Orbital Solutions

Golden, CO

$140K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Loft Orbital is looking for a Backend Engineer to join our Mission Operations Services (MOS) team. MOS owns the backend services that let Loft operators and customers command, monitor, and automate our satellite fleet through Cockpit, our mission control system. You’ll help build and scale the microservices that sit between ground and flight software, turning high-level intent into safe, reliable on-orbit operations.
 
You’ll work across multiple satellite platforms and collaborate closely with backend, flight software, embedded systems, test, and satellite operations teams. This is a hands-on engineering role where you’ll both build new systems and help debug live missions. We also offer SatDevOps training, so you don’t just write the tools - you actually use them to operate spacecraft.
 
If you’re excited about building backend systems that directly control satellites - and you like the idea of both shipping code and helping fly missions - we’d love to hear from you.
About this Role
  • Design and build backend tools for operations: services that power passes, autopilots, activities, and day‑to‑day satellite operations.
  • Handle commands and telemetry across multiple satellite buses and ground segment providers, with a strong focus on safety, robustness, and observability.
  • Write production backend code in Python, owning services end‑to‑end from design and implementation through deployment and maintenance.
  • Collaborate with flight software, embedded software, integration and test, and space infrastructure teams to integrate new satellite buses and capabilities into Cockpit.
  • Support internal users of Cockpit (operators, test engineers, solutions engineers) by improving APIs, workflows, and debugging tools.
  • Have the opportunity to take part in spacecraft operations through SatDevOps rotations, occasionally helping investigate anomalies and supporting real‑time incident response when needed.
Must Haves:
  • 4+ years of relevant backend software engineering experience in production environments
  • Solid Python development experience in a production environment.
  • Experience with Docker and container‑based development.
  • Hands‑on experience with backend web development frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, FastAPI, etc.).
  • Proven API design skills (designing, documenting, and maintaining HTTP/GraphQL/REST‑style APIs).
Nice to Haves:
  • Experience with Django and/or GraphQL.
  • Strong database fundamentals and practical experience (e.g., Postgres, time‑series DBs).
  • Exposure to Kubernetes in production.
  • Familiarity with InfluxDB / TimescaleDB or other time‑series systems.
  • Background in mission‑critical, distributed, or real‑time systems (space or otherwise).
State law requires us to share the posted base compensation range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The salary range is intentionally broad to account for differences in experience and scope, as well as geographic market variations in pay. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure alignment between their background, the role’s responsibilities, and local market benchmarks. Most importantly, we are excited to meet you, and see if you are a great fit for our team. What we can’t quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Who We Are: Founded in 2017, Loft provides governments, companies, and research institutions with a fast, reliable, and simple way to deploy missions in orbit.
 
We integrate, launch, and operate spacecraft, offering end-to-end missions as a service across Earth observation, IoT connectivity, on-orbit AI, national security missions, and more. Leveraging our existing space infrastructure and an extensive inventory of satellite buses, Loft is reducing years-long integration and launch timelines to months. With more than 30 missions flown, Loft’s flight heritage and proven technologies enable customers to focus on their mission objectives.
 
With a growing fleet on track to reach 30 satellites by 2027, we are scaling up quickly across our offices in San Francisco, CA \u007C Golden, CO \u007C and Toulouse, France to meet accelerating demand for space infrastructure.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.