HIKINEX

A Satellite Database Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining databases that support satellite integration, operations, telemetry processing, mission planning, and analytics. This role requires expertise in handling large-scale telemetry and command data, including Mission Information Base (MIB) formats, which are essential for defining telemetry and command dictionaries.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience working with MIB telemetry and command databases for satellite mission operations is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with satellite telemetry ground systems (e.g., mission control software, or flight software integration).
• Previous relevant experience in Satellite Database for LEO/MEO constellation for communication missions

• Understanding of the space environment, communication satellites, radio frequency (RF) equipment and the various solar cell & battery technologies
• Ability to lead and/or mentor junior members of the engineering team
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking – Ability to troubleshoot and optimize MIB databases and telemetry processing systems.
• Collaboration & Communication – Work with mission planners, aerospace engineers, and ground control teams to integrate database solutions.
• Attention to Detail – Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and consistency across mission-critical satellite systems.
• Demonstrated capability to efficiently work with little to no supervision
• Strong written and verbal communications skills in English, knowledge of French will be considered favorably