Launch Engineer - Vehicle Controller

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine automation and software to support test and mission operations
• Work closely with Vehicle RE’s to ensure software enables test and launch operations
• Operate and build systems that monitor telemetry and assess real-time launch commit criteria
• Collaborate with Kent, Moses Lake and Launch Site teams to streamline integrated vehicle testing
• Aggregate and synthesize engineering inputs to inform critical decision-making
• Advise on launch sequence adjustments and anomaly resolution
• Drive continuous improvement of launch day CONOPS

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in mission operations, launch systems, or related aerospace field
• Experience in vehicle automation, telemetry analysis, and operational command and control
• Experience operating and troubleshooting high pressure fluid or cryogenic systems
• Experience operating and troubleshooting mechanical/electrical or avionics systems
• Strong problem-solving skills in high-stakes, real-time environments
• Excellent communication skills for multidisciplinary team interaction

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mission operations or launch systems
• Expertise in reusable launch systems
• Familiarity with mission control software and systems integration
• Experience developing launch commit criteria and real-time response protocols

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• 4 weeks’ Paid Time Off
• 10 days of holidays including end-of-year closure
• Paid Family/Parental Leave
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend