2d ago

Mission & Flight Operations Lead

Reading (London)

โœจ $70k-$110k / yearest.

full-timemid Hybridaerospace Visa Sponsor

๐Ÿ›  Tech Stack

๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll establish NewOrbit's mission operations capability from scratch, defining how spacecraft are commanded, monitored, and operated. You'll lead the setup of mission control, define spacecraft-ground interfaces, and support LEOP, commissioning, and anomaly response. This role offers unmatched ownership and pioneering space technology.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Lead development of mission operations concept
  • Define mission control centre requirements
  • Manage spacecraft-to-ground interfaces
  • Develop operational concept for LEOP and routine ops

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 2-5 years experience in spacecraft operations
  • Strong understanding of real-time flight operations
  • Proficiency in Python or similar scripting languages

โœจ Nice to Have

  • Master's degree
  • Experience with SCOS-2000, EGS-CC, or similar
  • Familiarity with CCSDS and ECSS standards

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Hybrid Work - one dedicated remote day per week
  • ๐Ÿฉบ Private health insurance with dental and optical coverage
  • ๐Ÿ’ผ Equity and Competitive Salary
  • โœˆ๏ธ Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Support

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
  2. 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
  3. 3On-site Interviewยท 2 hours
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