Launch Engineer - Vehicle Controller

Industrious Ventures; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 123,000 - 184,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity – stock options

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) plan with employer match

4 weeks' Paid Time Off

Dog friendly offices

Job summary

Industrious Ventures is seeking a skilled aerospace systems engineer in New York to develop automation for test operations and collaborate closely with mission teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's in relevant fields and at least 5 years of experience in mission operations or related aerospace fields. The position offers comprehensive benefits including equity options and 4 weeks of paid time off, as well as a dynamic work environment focused on real-time problem-solving.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mission operations or launch systems.
• Experience in vehicle automation and operational command.
• Strong problem-solving skills in high-stakes environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation and software for test operations.
• Collaborate on launch sequence adjustments.
• Aggregate engineering inputs for decision-making.

Skills

Software engineering

Telemetry analysis

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine automation and software to support test and mission operations and streamline test and launch day processes.
• Work closely with Vehicle RE’s to ensure that software is enabling test and launch operations for the integrated vehicle.
• Operate and build systems that monitor telemetry from the Nova launch vehicle and assess real‑time launch commit criteria.
• Work with Kent, Moses Lake and Launch Site teams to streamline integrated vehicle testing as a continuation into Launch Site processing and Launch Operations.
• Aggregate and synthesize engineering inputs from subject matter experts to enable and inform critical decision‑making.
• Collaborate closely with Mission Operations Engineering, advising on launch sequence adjustments and anomaly resolution when needed.
• Drive the continuous improvement of launch day CONOPS to increase operational efficiency and mission success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in mission operations, launch systems, or a related aerospace field.
• Experience in vehicle automation, telemetry analysis, and operational command and control.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting high pressure fluid systems or cryogenic systems.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting mechanical/electrical or avionics systems.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, especially in high‑stakes, real‑time environments.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams and provide guidance under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ Years experience in mission operations, launch systems, or a related aerospace field.
• Expertise in reusable launch systems.
• Familiarity with mission control software and systems integration.
• Experience in developing launch commit criteria and real‑time response protocols.

Benefits

• Equity – stock options to all regular, full‑time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• 4 weeks' Paid Time Off.
• Holidays – 10 days (including an end‑of‑year closure).
• Paid Family/Parental Leave.
• On‑site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location).
• Dog friendly offices!

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 3 range: $123,000 - $184,400
• Level 4 range: $144,100 - $240,100
• Level 5 range: $168,100 - $312,200

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equal Opportunity

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.

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