---
title: 'Opérateur(trice) de Vol Spatial - Flight/Spacecraft Operator at Xona Space Systems'
canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/operateur-trice-de-vol-spatial-flight-spacecraft-operator-xona-space-systems-egkwt5swgttz'
type: 'job'
last_seen: '2026-09-09'
---

# Opérateur(trice) de Vol Spatial - Flight/Spacecraft Operator at Xona Space Systems

- **Company:** Xona Space Systems
- **Location:** Montréal, Canada
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-08-04
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/xona-space/258ce20a-e539-475b-b987-64640aafa539

## Job description

Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth.

With Pulsar – the world’s most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit – Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection.

Nous recherchons un(e) Opérateur(trice) de Vol Spatial pour prendre en charge et diriger les opérations quotidiennes d'une constellation de satellites en pleine croissance. Ce rôle consiste à assurer l'exécution sécuritaire, fiable et efficace des missions à toutes les phases du vol, depuis la mise en service en orbite jusqu'aux opérations courantes et à la résolution des anomalies.

La personne titulaire du poste contribuera à définir les concepts d'exploitation, dirigera les activités des opérations de vol et agira comme principal intermédiaire entre les satellites en service et les responsables des systèmes.

Responsabilités

- Agir à titre d'opérateur(trice) de vol pour la constellation de Xona et effectuer les opérations de mission en temps réel, notamment le télépilotage, la surveillance des systèmes et les interventions en situation d'urgence.
- Coordonner les quarts de travail avec les autres opérateurs et opératrices situés dans différents emplacements et fuseaux horaires afin d'assurer une répartition efficace des tâches.
- Acquérir une compréhension approfondie de l'ensemble de l'infrastructure technologique des segments sol et spatial afin de maîtriser le fonctionnement du système dans les conditions normales d'exploitation comme en situation d'anomalie.
- Fournir régulièrement des mises à jour sur l'état des satellites aux principales parties prenantes et signaler rapidement tout problème.
- Assurer une disponibilité pour les périodes de garde lors d'anomalies ou d'opérations spatiales particulières.
- Contribuer, sur les plans conceptuel et logistique, à l'automatisation des tâches répétitives en mettant à profit son expertise du domaine ou en participant directement au développement de scripts.

Compétences et qualifications requises

- Expérience en exploitation directe, à partir d'une console de commande, de satellites, d'aéronefs, de drones ou d'autres systèmes mécaniques.
- Excellente compréhension des systèmes de télémesure, télécommande et poursuite (TT&C) ainsi que de la collaboration avec un fournisseur de stations au sol.
- Grande disponibilité en dehors des heures normales de travail lors de situations d'anomalie ou d'opérations spatiales particulières.
- Excellentes aptitudes en communication orale et écrite permettant de transmettre efficacement l'état d'avancement des opérations.
- Excellentes compétences en rédaction technique et en tenue de documentation afin d'assurer le suivi des événements et des interventions critiques touchant les segments sol et spatial.
- Connaissance des langages de script tels que Python, Bash ou d'autres outils similaires.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

We are seeking a Flight/Spacecraft Operator to own and lead day-to-day spacecraft operations for a growing constellation of satellites. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient mission execution across all phases of flight—from early on-orbit checkout through routine operations and anomaly resolution.

The role will help define operational concepts, lead flight ops actions, and act as the primary intermediary between the active spacecrafts and the system owners.

## Responsibilities

- Assume the role of one of the Flight Operators for the Xona’s constellation, and perform real-time mission operations, including commanding, monitoring, and contingency response
- Coordinate with other Operators shifts across different locations and time zones to efficiently organize and distribute tasks
- Deep dive into the full Ground and Satellite tech stack, to understand the system as a whole for both nominal scenarios and anomaly conditions
- Provide frequent updates on the state of the satellites to key stakeholders and raise any issues in a timely manner
- Prepared for on-call duties during any anomalies or special spacecraft operations
- Assist conceptually/logistically with automating any mundane or repetitive tasks by providing any valuable domain knowledge or directly help with scripting

Required Skills/Qualifications

- Previous experience with direct on-console control of satellites, aircrafts, drones, or other machinery
- Strong understanding of TT&C/communications systems and partnering with Ground Station provider
- Extended availability outside of normal working hours during anomalous situations or special circumstances for spacecraft ops
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills to efficiently update the progress
- Excellent documentation skills to routinely keep track of any critical events/actions across the ground and space stack
- Some scripting knowledge with Python, Bash, etc.

For U.S. Roles: To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. Green Card holder), or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

For U.K. Roles: To comply with U.K. regulations, this role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).

For Canada Roles: Successful candidates must obtain and hold a security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

## About Xona Space Systems

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Xona Space Systems is building Pulsar, a high-integrity positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) constellation in Low Earth Orbit that delivers authenticated, centimeter-accurate services as a resilient alternative to GPS.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series C – $170M raised ~April 2026)
- **Headquarters**: Burlingame, California, USA (also offices in Montreal, Canada and London, England)
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Brian Manning (CEO), Tyler Reid (CTO), Adrien Perkins (VP of Engineering)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Aerospace / Satellite Navigation, Defense & Critical Infrastructure, Autonomous Systems
- **Target customers**: B2B / B2G – enterprise, government, defense, autonomous robotics, construction, industrial IoT, and any application requiring resilient PNT
- **Mission**: “Unlock the potential of tomorrow’s technologies by providing the most robust and accurate navigation and timing services on Earth.”

## Products & Services
- **Pulsar Constellation**: A network of 258 small, software-defined satellites in LEO broadcasting secured, authenticated PNT signals. Offers native user accuracy at centimeter level and is designed to upgrade existing GPS devices via a software update.
- **Pulsar‑Verified Receivers & Simulators**: Certified hardware and test platforms for integrators. Includes reference designs and simulation tools.
- **Time Authentication Service**: A cryptographic layer that validates the origin and integrity of timing signals, providing resilience against spoofing and jamming.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (conflicting reports may exist; no official figure available)
- **Key Metric**: Total funding $327.53M (CB Insights); latest Series C closed ~April 2026 (amount $170M)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Not publicly disclosed (funding specifics unknown). Key partners include Murata (MOU for LEO navigation in industrial applications), the Government of Canada (R&D collaboration to strengthen timing resilience), and the National Research Council of Canada.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Successfully launched Pulsar‑0, the first commercially funded navigation satellite, now in orbit for one year (June 2026).
  - 11+ patents filed (encrypted navigation signals, wireless locating, etc.).
  - Active hiring in Burlingame, Montreal, and London; 828 employees on LinkedIn as of mid‑2026.
  - Collaboration with ISED, NRC, and DRDC to broadcast Canada’s official time signal (UTC(NRC)) from space.

## Competitive Advantages
- **First‑mover with a privately funded navigation satellite** – Pulsar‑0 set a precedent for commercial LEO PNT.
- **Authenticated signals** – Cryptographic security native to the signal provides spoofing/jamming resistance unmatched by traditional GPS.
- **Software‑defined satellites** – Rapid constellation scaling and in‑orbit updates at a fraction of legacy system cost.
- **Multi‑national timing broadcast** – Ability to carry multiple official time standards (US, UK, Canada) on a shared infrastructure, creating sovereign resilience for allies.

## Strategic Focus
- **Constellation deployment** – Scale from prototype (Pulsar‑0) to a full production fleet of 258 satellites.
- **Ecosystem enablement** – Grow partner network of receiver makers, chipset vendors, and integrators (e.g., Murata, government bodies).
- **Geographic expansion** – Establish a strong presence in Canada (Montreal) and the UK (London) while deepening relationships with allied governments.
- **Defense & critical infrastructure** – Pursue contracts that require autonomous, tamper‑proof PNT for military, aviation, and grid timing.

## Why Work Here
- **Impact** – Work on “a generational technology at startup speed”; decisions are pushed to the people closest to the work. Culture of ownership and rapid iteration.
- **Compensation** – Competitive salary, equity (ownership culture), 401(k) / Roth 401(k).
- **Benefits** – 95% of healthcare premiums covered for US employees (50% for dependents); HSA/FSA options; supportive parental leave (equitable); flexible time off.
- **Workplace** – Burlingame office with catered lunches twice a week, snacks, drinks, coffee. Roles also in Montreal and London (hybrid likely per location, but remote‑first not stated).
- **Culture** – Engineering‑driven, fast‑shipping, collaborative; team includes leaders from industry and academia.

## Sources
1. [xonaspace.com](https://www.xonaspace.com/)
2. [xonaspace.com/careers](https://www.xonaspace.com/careers)
3. [xonaspace.com/mission](https://www.xonaspace.com/mission)
4. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/xonaspace)
5. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/xona-space-systems)

## Other roles at Xona Space Systems

- [Technical Writer](https://feeny.ai/job/technical-writer-xona-space-systems-burlingame-f9aj5k2b8g88) — Burlingame, CA
- [Développeur(-euse) principal(e) de produits, Fullstack / Senior Product Developer](https://feeny.ai/job/developpeur-euse-principal-e-de-produits-fullstack-senior-product-developer-5ms7v4x25mjs) — Montréal, Canada
- [Software Development Engineer in Test](https://feeny.ai/job/software-development-engineer-in-test-xona-space-systems-burlingame-5s17a4hg3e6s) — Burlingame, CA
- [Director of Flight Software Engineering](https://feeny.ai/job/director-of-flight-software-engineering-xona-space-systems-burlingame-8893v6jvsyb9) — Burlingame, CA
- [Cloud Security Specialist – Platforms Engineering](https://feeny.ai/job/cloud-security-specialist-platforms-engineering-xona-space-systems-burlingame-2cw1wtrhjex7) — Burlingame, CA
- [Senior Cloud Architect – Platforms Engineering](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-cloud-architect-platforms-engineering-xona-space-systems-burlingame-582tm3wbrgvm) — Burlingame, CA
- [Spécialiste GNSS / GNSS Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/specialiste-gnss-gnss-specialist-xona-space-systems-montreal-6shb1yzhx57k) — Montréal, Canada
- [Product Manager (Ecosystem) / Responsable de Produit (écosystème)](https://feeny.ai/job/product-manager-ecosystem-responsable-de-produit-ecosysteme-xona-space-systems-xa2agjby9kae) — Montréal, Canada
- [Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - PCBA Validation](https://feeny.ai/job/sr-manufacturing-engineer-pcba-validation-xona-space-systems-burlingame-6qxd9mezckkj) — Burlingame, CA
- [Quality Assurance Inspector](https://feeny.ai/job/quality-assurance-inspector-xona-space-systems-burlingame-haa1nr5wk5t1) — Burlingame, CA