Launch Operations Engineer: Real-Time, Multi-Site Leader

Firefly Aerospace; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous health, dental, and vision plans

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement

Flexible PTO options

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking candidates for high-impact engineering positions that involve developing and executing mission-critical test and launch operations. Applicants should have a degree in engineering, relevant experience in high-consequence operational settings, and proficiency in programming languages. The role includes responsibilities such as leading multidisciplinary teams, developing automation tools, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-consequence operational environments.
• Comfortable working in launch site environments and with hazardous materials.
• Ability to obtain security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Commission ground systems and lead integrated operations at the pad.
• Develop automation sequences and operational software tools.

Skills

Test operations experience

Real-time operations experience

Automation sequences development

Proficiency in Python

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

SCADA systems

Atlassian products (Confluence, Jira)

Job description

A leading aerospace company is seeking candidates for high-impact engineering positions that involve developing and executing mission-critical test and launch operations. Applicants should have a degree in engineering, relevant experience in high-consequence operational settings, and proficiency in programming languages. The role includes responsibilities such as leading multidisciplinary teams, developing automation tools, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.