Mission Operations Engineer - Ground Systems

Mission Operations Engineer – Ground Systems

Sceye is seeking a full-time Mission Operations Engineer – Ground Systems to join our Mission Operations Team. This role is pivotal in developing, maintaining, and operating mission-critical ground systems—both hardware and software—that support Sceye's lighter-than-air High Altitude Platform System (HAPS). You'll collaborate closely with Mission Operations, Software, and Engineering teams to design, build, test, and operate the next generation of Sceye's ground systems.

In addition to technical development, you'll support pre-flight planning, console operations during missions, and post-flight data analysis.

This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys hands-on system work, and wants to directly influence the performance, safety, and reliability of next-generation aerospace systems.

Test Design & Execution

• Automate test procedures, capture results, and document anomalies
• Develop intuitive interfaces that help operators identify issues and monitor key telemeters

Scripting & Development

• Author scripts or test applications to validate functionality and performance
• Create UI components for test and simulator tools
• Submit software change requests and support validation during feature development

System Operations & Administration

• Manage and maintain test environments (hardware and software)
• Perform system administration on Linux-based platforms
• Apply networking skills to manage distributed ground systems

Radio Frequency & Software-Defined Radio (Optional but Valuable)

• Interface with RF hardware and SDRs to validate signal processing and communications

Simulation & Visualization

• Develop or use simulation and visualization tools to model system behavior
• Integrate results into system acceptance and validation workflows

Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) Systems

• Support and troubleshoot systems operating BLOS, addressing data latency and accuracy challenges

Required

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, software, computer engineering, or a physical science (emphasis on lab/research experience)
• 5+ years of professional experience in ground control system (GCS) design and/or testing
• Experience testing aerospace systems
• Strong Linux skills and basic system administration knowledge
• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python or Ruby preferred)
• Ability to write, audit, and maintain test scripts, validation code, and UIs for internal tools
• Understanding of human-factor design principles for UI/UX
• Experience with data analysis and aggregation of large datasets
• Ability to interpret requirements and demonstrate verification/validation methods

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Hands-on experience with software-defined radios (SDR) or RF hardware
• Familiarity with simulation modeling and visualization tools
• Experience with Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communications and related interfaces

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical mindset
• Clear, effective communication across cross-functional and multi-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with exceptional documentation habits
• Adaptable, proactive, and eager to learn new technologies
• Collaborative and comfortable working across disciplines
• Curious and driven to innovate

At Sceye, we're building more than high-altitude platforms—we're building a workplace where people (and their pups) thrive. Here's what you'll enjoy:

• Chef-Prepared Lunches – Fresh, onsite meals to keep you fueled and focused.
• Snacks & Refreshments – Enjoy a variety of snacks and drinks available throughout the day.
• Wellness Perks – Access to a gym, pickleball court, and an outdoor dog kennel.
• Dog-Friendly Environment – Bring your four-legged friends to work and enjoy a pet-welcoming space.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, with over 82% of premiums covered—and 100% for everything else.
• 401(k) with Match – Company contributions that are yours from day one.
• High-Performance Culture – Join a collaborative, inclusive environment where your work helps shape the future of aerospace.

Sceye is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who bring unique perspectives and experiences that can help us grow and innovate. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us—we're happy to assist.