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Firefly Aerospace · 5 months ago

Range Coordinator - Vandenberg

Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space. They are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented leader to manage critical launch integration operations at their Vandenberg SFB site, overseeing satellite fueling, integration, and range operations coordination with various stakeholders.

AerospaceAir TransportationSatellite Communication

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead project management and operations of the Payload Processing Facility (PPF), including coordination of satellite fueling, storage, and cleanroom logistics

Coordinate scheduling and use of the PPF across internal and external payload customers

Interface with spacecraft customers to define and document mission-specific facility requirements

Ensure compliance with county, state, and federal regulations governing the PPF, including US Space Force directives

Serve as Firefly’s Range Coordinator, managing communication with SLD-30, FAA, USCG, and other federal entities

Coordinate airspace and maritime clearance activities in support of Alpha launch operations

Coordinate and support launch vehicle and ground systems RF and Telemetry testing to verify asset integrity in support of the launch campaign

Plan and schedule all mission-specific activities at the launch site, including range assets, support team travel, and logistics

Draft, coordinate, and submit documentation for launch and processing site operations

Track implementation of mission requirements and maintain records of associated documentation

Coordinate post-flight data collection and mission review documentation

Support integration of customer requirements into launch site systems, processes, and ground operations

Interface with outside stakeholders including NASA, other commercial space entities, and regulatory agencies

Qualification

Aerospace operationsSpace launch operationsProject managementTechnical requirements synthesisRegulatory standards knowledgeMS Office proficiencyCross-functional communicationCleanroom managementData visualization toolsAtlassian toolsCommunicationOrganizational abilities