156 launch operations engineer jobs at 70 companies in United States
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Launch Operations Engineer
Torrance, California, United States
$88k-$155k/yrOnsiteFull Time
ParsonsNYSE: PSN: Provides engineering and technology services for infrastructure and defense.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in integration or launch engineering, launch campaign experience, Secret clearance, technical project management, and willingness to travel to remote sites.
Stoke Space: Developing fully reusable rockets for frequent orbital access.
5+ YOE5+ years in launch operations or ground control; multi-discipline engineering; launch automation; travel up to 20%; relocate to Cape Canaveral; Bachelor in aerospace/ mechanical/ physics.
Relativity Space: Designing and manufacturing 3D-printed rockets and launch vehicles.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or computer science; strong multidisciplinary engineering, analytical, troubleshooting, and teamwork skills. Flexible night and weekend availability required.
Lead Test & Launch Operations Engineer – Launch Pad
Wallops Island, Virginia, United States
$110k-$140k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Rocket LabNASDAQ: RKLB: End-to-end space delivering launch services and spacecraft.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering,5+ years engineering experience in ground systems/controls/launch ops,leadership experience,knowledge of ground support equipment,PLCs,cryogenic/propellant systems,safety and operational procedures.
Rocket LabNasdaq: RKLB: Operates launch vehicles and manufactures satellites for space missions.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering,5+ years engineering experience with propulsion/fluid/launch systems,leadership and operations experience,knowledge of propulsion/tanking/propellant handling,procedures and safety expertise.
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
10+ YOEBachelor's in engineering, 10+ years systems engineering experience, active Top Secret/SCI clearance and polygraph, US citizenship, systems/mission assurance and launch processing expertise, willingness to travel ~10%.
Firefly AerospaceNASDAQ: FLY: Provides end-to-end space transportation and lunar landing services.
1+ YOEBachelor's in engineering,1–3 years experience with data acquisition/control systems,PLC/HMI and LabVIEW/NI MAX familiarity,knowledge of electrical codes and hazard analysis,ability to build panels and support launch operations.
ManTech International: Advancing the future of defense through innovative technology.
12+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering or STEM and 12+ years of launch or space systems engineering experience. Requires launch vehicle systems expertise, design, integration, testing, operations, and anomaly resolution experience.
Microsoft Products, AI platforms, Jira, Confluence, AS9100, ISO-9000, SAE AS6500, SMC-S-021 CDR Appendix E, LE-T-014, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
SpaceX: Designs and launches advanced rockets and satellite internet constellations.
1+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering and 1+ year hardware, vehicle integration, manufacturing, pressurized systems, assembly, testing, or related operations experience. Requires technical problem-solving and hands-on skills.
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Multinational technology focused on e-commerce and cloud computing.
5+ YOE5+ years industrial/operations/ manufacturing/ project engineering; 3+ years maintenance or refrigeration; Bachelor's degree; flexible weekends/nights/holidays; experience with MHE/automation; lead cross-functional launch teams.
General MotorsNYSE: GM: Designing, building, and selling the world's best vehicles.
Requires 5+ years in automotive stamping, press operations, tooling, die manufacturing, or manufacturing engineering, plus project management, cross-functional leadership, safety, quality, and launch expertise.
Microsoft Office, QAB, Maximo, TMaCS, PPAP, APQP, PFMEA, GD&T
Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
1+ YOEBS in engineering/science/math,1+ years cryogenic/propellant/engine systems experience,operations planning skills,technical communication,US work authorization per export rules.
Cowboy Space Corporation: Space infrastructure building orbital AI data centers and a solar-powered power grid for AI workloads.
Engineers with experience designing, building, testing, or operating launch vehicle systems and flight hardware; strong aerospace fundamentals; hands-on hardware experience; ability to work across design, integration, test, and operations.
Senior ATLO (Assembly, Test, & Launch Operations) Engineer - Millennium Space Systems
El Segundo, California, United States
$120k-$215k/yrOnsiteFull Time
BoeingNYSE: BA: Designs and manufactures aircraft, defense systems, and space technology.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering (or related) with 5+ years manufacturing/assembly experience in aerospace or similar; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance; experience with spacecraft integration, test, LabVIEW, Python/C++, Linux, PLM/MRP/Jira, CAD, and statistical analysis.
NI LabVIEW, DAQ, Python, C++, Linux, PowerBI, Tableau, MRP/ERP, Jira, MS Project, Teamcenter/PLM, CAD, signal analyzers, multimeters
Space Principal/ Sr. Principal Launch and Operations Systems Engineer (AHT)
Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
$109k-$204k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Global aerospace and defense technology.
5+ YOEBachelor's, master's, or doctoral technical degree; 5+ years of experience for Principal or 8+ for Senior Principal; Python or MATLAB proficiency; active U.S. DoD Top Secret clearance and SCI eligibility.
Python, MATLAB, signal generators, spectral analyzers
Space Principal/ Sr. Principal Launch and Operations Systems Engineer (AHT)
Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
$109k-$204k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
5+ YOEBS/MS/PhD in a technical field with 0–8 years of experience by level; Python or MATLAB proficiency; active U.S. DoD Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain SCI access.
Base Power Company: Building distributed battery storage networks for resilient home energy.
3+ YOERequires 3+ years in operations, program management, or partnerships; experience building field or manufacturing processes; electromechanical systems; CRM ownership; strong communication; and an engineering degree or equivalent experience.
X-Bow Systems: Private U.S. defense manufacturer producing solid rocket motors and launch services for national-security and space customers.
10+ YOEBachelors in engineering plus 10+ years in launch vehicle integration and test; experience developing/executing test plans, HWIL, range operations, systems engineering, troubleshooting, and strong communication skills.
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL), Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE)
AAONNASDAQ: AAON: Designs and manufactures custom HVAC equipment for commercial applications.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering/operations or equivalent, 5+ years leading new product introductions or major operational changes in manufacturing; HVAC experience preferred; strong project management, data analysis, and reporting skills.
StellantisNYSE: STLA: Global automotive manufacturer and provider of innovative mobility solutions.
5+ YOE2+ MgmtBachelor's degree,5+ years operations management in high-volume manufacturing,2+ years supervisory experience,quality/engineering background,lean/SPW experience,proficiency with Microsoft Office,leadership and communication skills.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word