Mission Operations Engineer II supporting Elytra operations for Firefly Aerospace. Leading spacecraft operations with a focus on long-duration mission management and real-time execution.
Responsibilities
Derive and maintain operational requirements for Elytra missions and author portions of Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Lead integration and validation of specific ground segment tools, data pipelines, and remote interfaces required for sustained orbital operations
Plan and execute Ground Readiness Tests (GRTs) and end-to-end mission simulations for assigned subsystems or mission capabilities
Own the operational framework for one or more spacecraft subsystems, authoring mission-critical procedures and automation scripts
Lead cross-functional Working Groups with subsystem engineers to mature procedures across commissioning, routine operations, maneuvers, and contingency scenarios
Define operational capabilities and develop internal tools to improve efficiency, reliability, and situational awareness for long-duration missions
Design subsystem-focused "Day-in-the-Life" (DITL) simulation scenarios that stress long-term operational behaviors and fault responses
Staff critical console roles during commissioning, maneuvers, and anomaly resolution events
Lead real-time operations for assigned subsystems, providing clear technical status to mission leadership
Requirements
2+ years in spacecraft operations, systems engineering, or flight/ground software
On-console support for at least one live mission (LEO, GEO, or deep space)
Demonstrated ability to author flight procedures, telemetry displays, and automation scripts
Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in at least one spacecraft subsystem
Proficient in Python for automation, data processing, and tool development
Disciplined troubleshooting approach; ability to drive alignment across engineering teams and communicate clearly during time-critical operations
Desired experience supporting long-duration or operationally complex spacecraft
Prior involvement in ground system tool development or mission operations architecture
Active or previously held U.S. Government security clearance (Secret or higher)
Benefits
generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
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