Senior Flight Operations Manager – On-Orbit Mission Leadership

York Space Systems; Grand Forks Air Force Base (ND); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, &视

Floating holidays

Unlimited PTO

Generous 401(k) match

Job summary

York Space Systems is seeking a Flight Operations Manager to lead a team of on‑orbit operators, manage a 24/7 schedule, and drive operational readiness for multiple missions. You will handle performance reviews, staffing, budgeting, and policy enforcement while coordinating with customers and program management.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering/Aerospace, 5+ years in satellite ops or mission control, and a SECRET security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Aerospace, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in satellite operations or mission control.
• Current Security Clearance – SECRET.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership for a team of on-orbit operators across rotating shifts.
• Conduct performance reviews and regular one-on-one check-ins with team members.
• Oversee pay administration and salary adjustments as required.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, and professional development for all staff.
• Maintain the budget for the on-orbit operations team.
• Establish and track KPIs aligned with company goals.
• Ensure operational readiness of the Mission Operations Center (MOC).
• Develop, sustain, and administer operational training for staff.
• Enforce operations policies and security procedures across teams.
• Interface with internal teams, customers, and program management for mission activities.
• Review/approve CIFs, CCRs, and mission-specific procedures.
• Approve security items and coordinate with security/IT teams.
• Willingness to support 24/7 operations and shifting as needed.

Skills

Leadership

24/7 operational environment

On-orbit mission operations

Spacecraft subsystems knowledge

Orbit dynamics

Communication of complex tech

Functional management

Operational readiness

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/Aerospace/related field

Job description

York Space Systems is seeking a Flight Operations Manager to lead a team of on‑orbit operators, manage a 24/7 schedule, and drive operational readiness for multiple missions. You will handle performance reviews, staffing, budgeting, and policy enforcement while coordinating with customers and program management.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering/Aerospace, 5+ years in satellite ops or mission control, and a SECRET security clearance.