Satellite Operations: A Day in the Life of a Satellite Operator

Visibility into the actual operations of space systems from the console operator’s view.

This exciting, fast-paced two-day course walks through all the factors that influence the day in the life of a space operator. This includes all the issues they face daily in orbital dynamics, space environmental effects, mission function failure, data processing and especially LADO (launch, anomaly and disposal operations). This course emphasizes the space operations arena, both DoD and commercial, with examples throughout. Includes case studies and an exercise.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course you should have…

A solid foundation of space operations, including concepts, vocabulary and applications
Cultivated an understanding of the role of the humans in satellite operations
Developed an appreciation for some of the basics of space
Developed an appreciation for the components of a space system
A keen appreciation for the complexities of space systems operations from the console
A “gut feel” for the complex trade-offs needed to operate a viable satellite
Knowledge that enables more effective interaction between developers and operators
Been provided basis for more in-depth study or training for satellite operations

Course Topics

Introduction
Overview of the Workshop
A Day in the Life of a Space Operator
Understanding Satellite Ops
Understanding Space
Special Topics

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Who should Attend

This course is intended for professionals and students involved in space systems operations, including program managers, mission operations managers, spacecraft engineers and designers, as well as operators. Emphasis is placed on recognizing where lessons learned are important and where experience is critical to mission success.

Each participant will receive:

A copy of the course text Cost-Effective Space Mission Operations
A complete set of course notes with copies of all slides used in the presentations
TSTI Alumni status allowing on-line access to course materials, including tools and videos through the Student Lounge
A demo copy of Satellite Tool Kit software by AGI

Testimonials

"The course was GREAT!" –NRO participant
"Instructor Excellent! Very knowledgeable & experienced with great delivery, good rapport with students and good war stories." –Operations training officer
"All the 3D animations are very interesting & demonstrate concepts very well." -LM technical training personnel.