Mission operations refers to the planning, coordination, and execution of activities necessary to support a spacecraft or satellite mission. This includes tasks such as monitoring spacecraft health, collecting and analyzing data, controlling the spacecraft's trajectory and orientation, and communicating with ground stations. Mission operations also involves coordinating activities with various mission partners and collaborating with mission scientists and engineers to ensure the successful achievement of mission objectives. Mission operations is a critical aspect of space exploration and satellite missions, as it ensures the smooth and efficient functioning of spacecraft in orbit.