Instrumentation & Controls Manager, GSE for Space Launch

Firefly Aerospace; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Relocation benefits

Educational reimbursement

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a seasoned Electrical/Flight Systems Lead to direct a team of engineers responsible for ground support equipment and instrumentation for launch vehicles. You will oversee integration, testing, and troubleshooting across development, test, and launch operations.

You will drive technical excellence, mentor staff, manage project milestones, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Aerospace Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience in integration/testing of process control systems or launch systems is preferred.
• Ability to work with interdisciplinary teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers responsible for GSE control and instrumentation.
• Oversee design, development, testing, and deployment of instrumentation and control systems.
• Review drawings, diagrams, and wiring diagrams for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors to manage project scope, milestones, and budgets.
• Ensure aerospace quality standards and safety requirements are met.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

Communication skills

Planning skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

DMMs

Power supplies

Oscilloscopes

ADC/DAC circuits

Job description

Firefly Aerospace is seeking a seasoned Electrical/Flight Systems Lead to direct a team of engineers responsible for ground support equipment and instrumentation for launch vehicles. You will oversee integration, testing, and troubleshooting across development, test, and launch operations.

You will drive technical excellence, mentor staff, manage project milestones, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors.