Mission Integrator

Astrotech Space Operations is looking to hire a full-time Mission Integrator at our VSFB, California location. Do you have a background in Engineering or Aerospace? Would you like to work for an established spacecraft processing company that values its employees? Would you like to have one of the coolest jobs in the world? If so, read on!

This Mission Integrator position earns a competitive wage. We offer exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, supplemental insurance, a 401k plan with company match, FSA, HSA, DCRA, generous paid time off (PTO), 9 paid holidays per year, employee assistance program, and a tuition reimbursement program. If this sound like the right Engineering opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT ASTROTECH SPACE OPERATIONS

Astrotech Space Operations opened its doors in 1981 as an aerospace consulting business. We provide processing areas for a wide range of spacecraft including complex communications, earth observations, and deep-space satellites. In addition, our services encompass hardware integration and testing, fueling, and satellite encapsulation before transport to the pad. This position is critical to our mission support services. At Astrotech, we are here to help our customers make the transition from factory operations to go for launch. Next Stop: Space!

Our employees are our most valuable asset, and we seek driven, enthusiastic people who share a dedication to our core values: Do what's Right, Respect Others, and Perform with Excellence. We show our appreciation for all that they do by offering exceptional internal promotion opportunities, annual reviews, and merit increases.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MISSION INTEGRATOR

Act as Mission Integrator for satellite programs providing a support role to ASO Mission Managers and a secondary interface with ASO customers. Learn Mission Management function through meeting attendance, support of Mission Managers, and performance of discreet tasks. Perform system level operations in support of missions (COFR package preparation, spacecraft airfield off-load/upload, prop load preparations, PMS system support, post launch pack-and ship, etc.). Perform basic special projects. Provide ASO Site Safety Supervision with emphasis on fueling, lifting, and other hazardous operations. Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local authorities.

Key Duties include:

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide a point of contact for satellite customers and the respective launch vehicle teams for pre-mission planning and launch campaign support.
• Arrange and support the shipping of satellite equipment including interfacing with customer, shipping agents, and customs.
• Act as a liaison to outside support agencies including propellant storage areas, AFS support, security, etc.
• Review customer procedures and operating plans. Ensure that hazardous procedures are safe for use and comply with ASO safety requirements and facility capabilities.
• Provide site planning assistance.
• Provide support as needed to process and operate propellant loading hardware, including hazardous operations support.
• Undertake and maintain SCAPE training.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A MISSION INTEGRATOR

• Background in hazardous chemical/material handling.
• Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices.
• Must be able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure, fast paced environment.
• Must be able to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment including daily interactions with technicians, engineers, managers, and customers.
• Must have effective communication (oral and written, across all levels of the organization) and documentation skills.
• Must be self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail.
• Must have strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Skills and training regarding Hazardous Materials and Dangerous Grounds Transportations, RCRA, Import/Export Scheduling.

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical or related Engineering with six a minimum of (6) months experience in aerospace with launch operations and hardware processing, and two - five years hands-on experience working in a potentially hazardous environment preferred. Experience with SCAPE, calibrations, and operating pressure panels preferred, but not required.

Must be willing and able to successfully obtain a security clearance, up to Top Secret level, to retain employment.

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this Mission Integrator job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 93437