Mission Operations Engineer
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Stokespacetechnologies · Cape Canaveral, FLPrepare for this interview
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Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and refine automation systems to support real-time mission operations and streamline launch day processes.
- Own the Nova Vehicle CONOPS from launch pad evacuation through lift off.
- Build systems for and, on launch day, to monitor telemetry from the Nova launch vehicle and assess real-time launch commit criteria.
- Own the implementation of mission specific challenges like downrange vehicle telemetry, hardware change implementation and operations improvements.
- Work with Kent and Moses Lake teams to streamline integrated vehicle testing as a continuation into Launch Site processing and Launch Operations.
- Aggregate and synthesize engineering inputs from subject matter experts to enable and inform critical decision-making.
- Collaborate closely with the Vehicle Controller, advising on launch sequence adjustments and anomaly resolution when needed.
- Lead the monitoring of vehicle stages through the flight phase, coordinating smooth handoff to orbital operations or recovery teams.
- Drive the continuous improvement of launch day CONOPS to increase operational efficiency and mission success.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years of experience in mission operations, launch systems, or a related aerospace field.
- Proven experience in vehicle automation, telemetry analysis, and operational command and control.
- Strong problem-solving skills, especially in high-stakes, real-time environments.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with multidisciplinary teams and provide guidance under pressure.
- Expertise in reusable launch systems.
- Familiarity with mission control software and systems integration.
- Experience in developing launch commit criteria and real-time response protocols
Benefits
Additional Information
At Stoke, we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we're building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we're helping create a truly scalable space industry. Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we'd love to have you join us. Location: Cape Canaveral We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Mission Operations Engineer with a focus on launch automation, vehicle systems, and launch day Concept of Operations (CONOPS) for our Nova launch vehicle. In this critical role, you will develop launch day automation systems, coordinate with engineering teams, and ensure a seamless transition from ground operations through launch, flight, and handoff to orbital or recovery operations. This role will be well served by someone who is an expert in software engineering AND aerospace propulsion systems including tanks and structures.
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