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Lead and direct the integration of MSS spacecraft to select launch or host vehicles, manage processing at the launch base, and conduct launch and ascent operations. Primary relationship manager and owner of the interface between MSS and the other launch campaign stakeholders including the Launch Vehicle Contractor (LVC) or Host Vehicle Contractor, the Launch Range (Range), launch base processing facilities, day of launch tracking and data and communications services, and other participants.
Job Responsibility:
Ownership of all activities related to the launch vehicle/host vehicle integration and launch of our spacecraft
Develop and manage integrated schedules and plans
Own and manage interface control documentation including requirements development and specifications, and verification
Develop launch base safety and operations plans and secure approval from the launch range authority
Develop payload processing facility requirements
Assure transportation for the SV and associated GSE
Ensure the success of integration activities at the launch base, or host facility
Lead the planning and execution of day of launch activities with all participating contractors and agencies
Lead multiple stakeholders and subject matter experts across a wide range of technical and programmatic disciplines
Support launch vehicle selection and compatibility trades when applicable
Provide company leadership to launch and launch integration related activities
Requirements:
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering
5+ years of experience performing mission design, orbital, dynamic, or structural analyses
5+ years of program level experience interfacing with program customers and external contractors
Experience in spacecraft launch operations, flight operations, integration and test, or ground processing operations
Ability to travel to various launch sites and MSS facilities
Nice to have:
3+ years of hosted payload integration/operations
5+ years of experience working with space launch community stakeholders including launch base range safety, launch vehicle contractors, host vehicle contractors, launch base processing facilities and US Government space launch organizations
Active U.S. Top Secret Security clearance
What we offer:
Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Generous company match to your 401(k)
Industry-leading tuition assistance program
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
Up to $10,000 gift match for nonprofit organizations