Firefly Aerospace engages in providing economical and convenient access to space for small payloads through the design, manufacture, and operation of reliable launch vehicles. Backed by Space Capital.
About the role
The Vehicle and Launch Operations team is hiring high-impact, dynamic engineers who thrive on solving problems in diverse environments. This role will lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of vehicle testing and launch operations across a growing portfolio of launch sites, including Wallops Flight Facility, Vandenberg Launch Site, and International Launch sites. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Lead development of company processes, guidelines, and training in test and launch operations
- Develop and execute integrated test and launch operations at Briggs Test Stands (TX), Vandenberg Space Force Base (CA), Wallops Flight Facility (VA), and International Launch sites
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive upgrades, efficiencies, and establish standardized processes across launch sites
- Lead troubleshooting efforts, resolve anomalies that arise during operations/testing, and lead root cause investigations
- Develop automation and operational software tools to support test and launch execution
- Author procedures for launch pad configuration, vehicle operations, and propellant/pressurant handling during countdown operations
More about this role
SUMMARY
The Vehicle and Launch Operations team is hiring high-impact, dynamic engineers who thrive on solving problems in diverse environments. This role will lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of vehicle testing and launch operations across a growing portfolio of launch sites, including Wallops Flight Facility, Vandenberg Launch Site, and International Launch sites. A key focus will be integrating operations across subsystems and upstream processes to enable seamless execution from testing through launch. Responsibilities include authoring operational procedures, developing automation, performing console operations, and driving cross-functional improvements that enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and mission success.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead development of company processes, guidelines, and training in test and launch operations
- Develop and execute integrated test and launch operations at Briggs Test Stands (TX), Vandenberg Space Force Base (CA), Wallops Flight Facility (VA), and International Launch sites
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive upgrades, efficiencies, and establish standardized processes across launch sites
- Lead...
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