Vast · 1 day ago
Mission Operations Engineer
Long Beach, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $176K/yr
2+ years expVast is dedicated to contributing to a future where billions thrive in space, building artificial gravity space stations. The Mission Operations Engineer will support the development of systems for human-rated space stations, focusing on planning and implementing technical training for spacecraft missions.
Defense & Space
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver training programs and associated products/materials using a variety of delivery platforms, and conduct training to enable certification of console operators and crew members
Implement and iterate improvements to processes & systems with a focus on advancing Vast’s Mission Operations and Training approaches while maintaining Vast’s commitment to excellence
Identify areas for improvement of the training systems, Mission Systems, Mission Operations Software, and other ground system architecture features and processes, and collaborate with the Mission Systems Engineering & Ground Software Engineering teams to test, deploy, and maintain them
Work closely with Mission Management to ensure customer requirements are translated to a Concept of Operations that balances all needs
Work with engineers across disciplines to support the development of spacecraft operations training programs and crew operations procedures with intimate knowledge of ground procedures, flight rules, products & processes, culminating in the safe & successful operations of a newly launched spacecraft and crew
Provide operational support as the operations expert in planning for and execution of pre-flight testing and checkouts to ensure training systems, spacecraft, and ground systems are ready for readiness campaigns and flight
As directed, train for and operate Vast’s crewed and uncrewed missions for vehicle commissioning, on-orbit operations, anomaly resolution and final deorbit of the spacecraft
As directed, perform routine analysis of vehicle telemetry and deliver informed summaries as well as recommendations to mission stakeholders as well as to other engineering disciplines for further review & analysis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, software engineering, or other engineering discipline
2+ years of experience in the operation of complex systems
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with other engineering disciplines
Demonstrated ability to critically think in high stress environments and rapidly evolving situations
Ability to disseminate critical engineering & technical information effectively and clearly
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Willing to support 24/7 operations during mission critical phases
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Willingness to work overtime, or weekends to support critical mission milestones
Preferred
Experience in human spaceflight mission operations and/or training
Experience in technical training development and execution/delivery
Master's degree in a technical field
1+ years working in a spacecraft design, build, and test environment
Technical knowledge in spacecraft systems engineering (avionics, propulsion, attitude control, communications, orbital mechanics, life support systems, thermal and power control systems)
Strong technical writing and presentation development and delivery skills
Technical knowledge in Space-to-Ground Communication Systems (RF, Ground Stations, Modems, Antenna Systems)
Experience building from scratch a system, process and team to perform complex operations and training for an aerospace system (launch vehicle, satellite, crew capsule)
Software Engineering Skills (C++, Golang, Javascript, React, Software Architecture, Databases, Cloud)
Matlab or Python/Octave Proficiency
Proficient at using the command line and scripting languages
Benefits
100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
One Medical membership
ClassPass credits
Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
Other discounts and perks
Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge
Lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees
Company
Vast
Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Max Haot
Chief Executive Officer
Alex Hudson
Chief Technology Officer
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