Space Mission Operations Documentation Lead

astrolab; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrolab in Hawthorne, CA seeks a Mission Operations Technical Writer to develop and manage mission operations documentation throughout the mission lifecycle. You will translate complex aerospace concepts into concise procedures, flight rules, handbooks, and manuals, ensuring clear, accurate, and configuration-controlled outputs.

The ideal candidate brings a strong systems-thinking mindset and experience in flight operations or aerospace systems, capable of thriving in a high-tempo,

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will translate complex technical concepts into concise, actionable documentation including operational procedures and flight rules.
• Ideal candidate has a strong systems-thinking mindset and experience in flight operations or aerospace systems, able to operate in high-tempo, mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control mission operations documentation across the mission lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Flight Controllers, Systems Engineers, Mission Directors, Training Leads, Software Developers, and Program Management to produce clear, accurate documents.

Job description

Astrolab in Hawthorne, CA seeks a Mission Operations Technical Writer to develop and manage mission operations documentation throughout the mission lifecycle. You will translate complex aerospace concepts into concise procedures, flight rules, handbooks, and manuals, ensuring clear, accurate, and configuration-controlled outputs.

The ideal candidate brings a strong systems-thinking mindset and experience in flight operations or aerospace systems, capable of thriving in a high-tempo,