Starship Launch Ops Engineer On-Console Flight Controller

SpaceX; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX in the United States is seeking a Launch Operations Engineer (Starship) to serve as on-console flight controllers during launch events, develop test requirements, and integrate flight/test articles. You will participate in on-pad operations, operate the launch system, and ensure safety as the final authority for procedures.

The role demands hands-on experience with complex systems, strong data analysis, and the ability to work under tight timelines, including extended hours and travel to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, aerospace or related engineering.
• 1+ years hands-on build or design experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-console flight controllers during launch events
• Test integrated rocket hardware to determine suitability for flight
• Provide on-console engineering support for technicians during daily test/launch stand operations
• Write and review control logic/automation for test & launch systems
• Perform real-time and post-op data review to evaluate performance and inform improvements
• Find ways to optimize test & launch processes to increase capability and rate
• Identify system hazards and work with design/production to resolve issues
• Serve as final authority to ensure safe operations
• Perform other related duties for efficient operations

Skills

Complex systems

Root cause analysis

Python

MATLAB

LabVIEW

Hazardous systems

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

SpaceX in the United States is seeking a Launch Operations Engineer (Starship) to serve as on-console flight controllers during launch events, develop test requirements, and integrate flight/test articles. You will participate in on-pad operations, operate the launch system, and ensure safety as the final authority for procedures.

The role demands hands-on experience with complex systems, strong data analysis, and the ability to work under tight timelines, including extended hours and travel to