Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Science engineering discipline.
5+ years in a real-time operations role for complex, high-stakes environments.
3+ years developing software tools using Python, JavaScript, and/or HTML.
Familiarity with spacecraft design practices including Avionics, GNC, Software, and Thermal.
5+ years of experience with spacecraft systems preferred.
Responsibilities
Develop, coordinate, execute, and lead on-orbit missions for Varda.
Own the complete operations development cycle for mission-specific payloads.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mission operations and ensure success.
Automate operational processes by creating web tools to reduce workload.
Scale operational capabilities to accommodate increasing flight frequency.
Benefits
Eligible for stock options and/or long-term cash awards.
On-site work opportunity in El Segundo, CA.
Full Job Description
About This Role
The Senior Space Mission Operations Engineer is an experienced spacecraft operator. They are exceptional communicators, adept leaders, and a jack-of-all trades capable of applying cross-discipline engineering to bespoke solutions. An ideal candidate is someone passionate to work in a startup environment where you will have the opportunity to fully own on-orbit operations for our Winnie Spaceship and mold a unique new mission framework for operations in space. Responsibilities
Develop, coordinate, execute, and lead Varda's on-orbit missions.
Own the full ops development cycle for mission-unique payloads, from the creation of mission profiles through execution.
Work with teams across the company to continuously improve upon mission operations and ensure mission success.
Automate and eliminate operational burden by building webtools.
Scale up Varda's operational capabilities to support a growing flight cadence.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, preferably Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Science.
5+ years of experience in a real time operations role on a complex and high consequence operation.
3+ years of experience developing software tools in Python, JavaScript, and/or HTML.
Familiarity with Avionics, GNC, Software, and Thermal design practices for spacecraft.
Preferred Skills and Experience
5+ years of experience with spacecraft systems.
Previous operator experience in a leadership role.
