Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Launch Engineer

•Ground Operations Qualifications Bachelors degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or similar field. 5+ years of experience as a test site operations engineer, launch site operations engineer, ground controller, and/or flight vehicle controller or equivalent experience with similar high-performance applications (aircraft, missile systems, naval, oil & gas, energy systems, etc) Engineering fundamentals across multiple disciplines (thermodynamics, fluids, software, electrical, and/or structures) Troubleshoot problems and implement solutions real time. Architect launch automation logic & sequencing and an understanding of software state machine applications Experience utilizing and enforcing EHS policies including fall protection, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, job site safety, hazmat, and waste streams Experience operating and calibrating EHS tools utilized in a launch complex environment including hazardous gas detectors, FLIR cameras, and sound meters Available to travel up to 20% of the time to Stoke HQ and Moses Lake Test Site to help ensure seamless Cape Launch Site operations Prioritize and execute Written and verbal communication skills Available to relocate to Cape Canaveral, FL Preferred Qualifications Masters degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or similar field 10+ years of experience as a test site operations engineer, launch site operations engineer, ground controller, and/or flight vehicle controller or equivalent experience with similar high-performance applications (aircraft, missile systems, naval, oil & gas, energy systems, etc).Masters degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or similar field Experience working hazardous operations including operations with high pressure gas systems, cryogenic liquid systems, high power systems, and/or explosive ordnance Experience performing hazardous analyses for cryogenic and high-pressure gas systems Experience working test and operations of systems involving integration of software, electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems Experience with data acquisition and control systems and sensing elements (pressure, temperature, accelerometers, load cells, infrared, optical, strain gauges, flow meters, etc) Proficient with Python programming language is desirable Familiarity with

AFSPCMAN

91-710, MSPSP, and HazOp range requirements as well as DoD explosive siting for launch vehicle programs Experience working with 45 th SW, 30 th SW, and/or NASA and other government agencies Responsibilities On-console control of launch ground systems Own launch readiness, day-of launch console operations, and test & launch campaigns for ground systems Serve as main point of contact for anomaly investigations and own anomaly response and closure for ground systems Develop, maintain, and procedures, control logic, and automation sequencing for ground systems Develop and implement test plans and procedures, complete data reviews, and oversee launch readiness reviews for launch site operations Perform real time and post operation data reviews for the ground systems Work closely with vehicle software team, and help architect launch automation Coordinate with multiple departments and disciplines, including headquarters and test, inclusive of software and hardware, to ensure the launch complex is ready to receive, process, integrate and operate high cadence flight hardware Develop, build, operate, and maintain supporting launch facilities including launch control center Continuously improve launch operations and functions to enable high-cadence launch and recovery operations Provide engineering expertise, oversite, and hands-on support during day-to-day site operations Serve as on-console support or pad lead for day-to-day launch pad operations Ensure operations are performed industry best practices and EHS policies are followed. Work with EHS to optimize safety policies and operational procedures to reduce or eliminate risk to personnel Benefits Equity

•We know that our employees are the reason we succeed. To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of 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)

Compensation Target Levels:

Level 2

Range:

$109,725

•$148,470 Level 3

Range:

$129,150

•$193,620 Actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level. 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.