Space Operations Engineer (Ground Operator Training)

Hawthorne, CAfull timeOn Site

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$95k–$130k

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SpaceX Space Operations Engineer (Ground Operator Training) at SpaceX develops and conducts operator training for Dragon missions and supports real-time spacecraft operations. The role involves creating training content, running simulations, and becoming a certified spacecraft operator.

Responsibilities

Develop and conduct operator qualification and certification training for Dragon missions
Create training content, develop training plans, and provide instruction to mission control operators
Become an on-console mission control operator to support human and cargo spaceflight missions
Plan, schedule, and execute training events and simulations with SpaceX, NASA, and customer teams
Script, test, and deploy simulation software components to ensure a high-fidelity training experience
Develop and maintain the simulation environment (servers, applications, and automation)
Challenge requirements and reshape training workflows to create efficient operator training processes
Develop subject matter expertise in spacecraft systems and clearly communicate technical concepts to a wide audience

Qualification

Required

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or science discipline
1+ years of experience either providing technical training to people who must apply it in a critical environment, or working in real-time operations on a system with a high consequence of failure (for example, as a pilot, flight or test engineer, spacecraft operator, or high-performance automotive engineer)
1+ years of programming experience in Python, JavaScript, Java, C, C++, or C#

Preferred

Master's degree in a technical discipline
Previous experience with spacecraft/aircraft engineering or operations
Previous experience writing software in a professional environment
Previous experience in a customer-facing role working with NASA
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
Clear verbal and written technical communication skills
Capacity to balance conflicting opinions and manage expectations between multiple teams and customers
Able to quickly adapt and change course in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
Parental Leave
Life Insurance

Company

SpaceX

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