Senior Systems Engineer in Space Launch Operations to contribute to mission-critical space vehicle launch and landing operations. In this role, you will provide technical expertise, planning, and leadership for the launch and flight operations of space vehicles, including short-duration aerospace test flights, such as probes and ballistic shots. Your work will support NASA programs/projects and partnerships, with responsibilities covering mission planning, design, execution, testing, cost analysis, and quality management.
Responsibilities:As a Senior Systems Engineer your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Perform professional, scientific, or technical work related to aerospace engineering projects, facilities, and systems.
- Conduct planning, design, testing, evaluation, cost analysis, project, and program management for space vehicle launch operations.
- Manage the quality and execution of projects to meet technical and safety standards.
- Monitor contractor performance, both externally and on-site, ensuring compliance with technical requirements, scope, schedule, and cost objectives.
- Plan, develop, coordinate, and lead aerospace vehicle launch and landing operations, ensuring mission success.
- Familiarize yourself with the total space vehicle system and flight objectives to develop safe and effective operational strategies.
- Plan pre-launch, launch, and post-landing activities in collaboration with internal teams, NASA representatives, and additional stakeholders.
- Develop detailed procedures for preflight assembly, testing, and system checkout of space vehicles and key subsystems.
- Create comprehensive launch and landing plans that address range safety requirements, countdown procedures, range clearance, and supporting operations (e.g., tracking, instrumentation, and data handling).
- Direct, execute, and oversee the actual launch and landing operations, including activities immediately following the mission's initiation.
- Prepare and evaluate operational facilities for safe vehicle landing, and generate detailed reports analyzing mission success and areas for improvement.
- Conduct special studies and assist in problem-solving for NASA programs, addressing technical and operational challenges to improve processes and efficiency.
- Provide analytical decision support and contribute to solutions that align with mission goals and overarching program objectives.
Required Qualifications:- Active Secret clearance required (TOP SECRET clearance or eligibility is highly desired).
- Demonstrated experience in the launch, testing, and operational management of space vehicles.
- Strong working knowledge and experience with launch vehicle flight safety principles and operational best practices.
- Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related science field.
- Minimum of five (5) years of program management and analytical experience.
- Experience with acquisition, contract oversight, or government program management.
Desired Qualifications:- Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related science field.
- Prior experience in supporting NASA or Department of Defense space programs and mission operations.
- Advanced certification in aerospace or systems engineering and/or project management.
- Proficiency in leveraging tools and software essential for aerospace design, testing, and operational analysis.
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