Relativity Space
Mission Operations Responsible Engineer/Scientist
Long Beach, CaliforniaFrom $246kmidAdded 2 days ago
About this role
Relativity Space is looking for a Mission Operations Responsible Engineer/Scientist to lead spacecraft operations for their Interplanetary Sciences Program. This senior role involves end-to-end ownership of operations architecture and maximizing scientific data collection while enhancing spacecraft efficiency through automation.
What you'll do
- Lead planning, design, and execution of spacecraft operations
- Define operations architecture for missions
- Collaborate with science and instrument teams
- Maximize science data collection within constraints
- Automate operations to improve efficiency
- Ensure effective execution of complex science missions
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- 5+ years in planetary missions
- Experience with scripting (e.g., Python)
- Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments
- Ability to handle cross-subsystem interactions
- Excellent communication skills across disciplines
- Decision-making under time pressure
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
Benefits
- Opportunity to shape missions and operations
- Work in a fast-paced commercial environment
- Contribute to groundbreaking scientific exploration
- Collaborative work culture
- Impactful work toward space exploration
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