Operations Engineer, Launch

OPERATIONS ENGINEER, LAUNCH

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support development of tool and techniques for range and launch operations to reduce processing time, costs and opportunities for error
• Lead interdepartmental coordination with external entities to ensure all regulatory requirements are met to successfully launch an orbital class launch vehicle  
• Validate and verify range requirements for launching from a federal range
• Provide program management on contract agreements with government agencies and commercial contractors for range support services
• Implement the safety policies by managing the day-to-day interactions required for flight hardware processing flows from an external safety organization perspective
• Find solutions that enable SpaceX to achieve launch – through spectrum, airspace, GPS and otherwise with multiple competing public and private entities
• Advise on best practices and strategy to eliminate conflicts entirely with partners and drive to conclusion – through hardware upgrades, policy changes and direct coordination
• Own and have responsibility over all aspects of SpaceX launches that requires coordination with external partners

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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• 2+ years of professional experience with aerospace systems or operations engineering

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Professional experience working directly with various U.S. government agencies, including but not limited to:
  • Federal Aviation Administration
  • United States Space Force
  • United States Navy
  • National Aeronautics and Space Administration
  • Local county government
• Professional experience working with Range Commanders Council (RCC), Universal Documentation System (UDS) and Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) operations
• Professional experience with system integration or system design requirement gathering and testing (past work experience, internships, team/personal projects with aerospace vehicles/payloads, automotive, aircraft, marine assemblies qualify)
• Experience in writing test plans and test procedures
• Ability to rapidly change roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Ability to work well in a team environment and ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people
• Having a strong capability for patience and strong level of emotional intelligence, empathy to deal with difficult situations and conversations
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work at elevated heights and/or tight spaces
• Must be willing to travel, potentially for extended periods of time
• Must be available to work extended hours, nights and weekends when required by mission milestones
• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg AND Cape Canaveral

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Operations Engineer/Level I: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year

Operations Engineer/Level II: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.