Launch Operations Engineer II
$104,000–$156,000 year
On-siteCape Canaveral, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Conduct complex propulsion tests and launch operations to evaluate rocket engine and stage performance. Create and optimize automated test sequences, procedures, and data review processes to ensure safe, efficient, and repeatable execution. Command and monitor the launch pad and flight hardware through GUIs and integrated control, automation, and telemetry systems. Perform hardware setup, system configuration, and cross-disciplinary troubleshooting. Analyze test data and partner with design engineering to improve rocket system performance based on real-world results. Work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as required by operations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Software Engineering, or Computer Science
- Minimum 3 years of relevant engineering experience
- Strong engineering fundamentals across thermal, structural, electrical, and fluid systems
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively in team environments and perform under high-pressure, schedule-driven conditions
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as required by operations
- Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, Florida
Desired Qualifications
- Working knowledge of rocket subsystems, including structures, mechanisms, high-pressure fluid systems, and avionics
- Hands-on experience supporting propulsion test and launch operations
- Intermediate proficiency in object-oriented programming
- Proven ability to quickly learn new skills, programming languages, and tools
- Experience developing user interfaces and operator-in-the-loop automation tools for manufacturing and test
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