Sierra Space-based in Louisville, CO with operations in Madison, WI, Durham, NC, Huntsville, AL, Houston, TX, and Kennedy Space Center, FL-designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components for the U.S. government (including NASA), commercial customers, and international organizations.

The ideal candidate will have experience with various phases of mission planning, training, and operations, as well as the ability to work closely with spacecraft designers to translate the design into operations products. The candidate must also be able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, be energized by difficult challenges, and take initiative to organize work and get things done. Occasional support of other Sierra Space programs may be required at times, given the skill set of the candidate.

*Occasional travel may be required.

Must-haves:

• Bachelor of Science degree in System Engineering or related discipline and typically six (6) or more years of relevant experience; higher education may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Ability to deconstruct a large, complicated problem into manageable pieces, understand different points of view, and explain issues and solutions to others with diverse technical backgrounds.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with spacecraft power systems
• Prior experience with real-time spaceflight operations.
• Prior experience with mission planning (ConOps, procedures, flight rules, etc.).
• Prior experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Technical writing and review skills, including operations product development.
• Clear and concise verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explore multiple options, anticipate problems, and implement mitigations.
• Comfort with both professional debate and implementing team decisions.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to accept and internalize performance feedback.
• Ability to pass the flight controller certification and physical may be a condition of continued employment.
• A positive, can-do attitude!
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance may be required. .
• Don't meet all qualifications? If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:

• Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and steps

• Frequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity.

• Rarely lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc.).

• Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials.

• Rarely exposed to loud noises.

Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

With 30 years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.

Estimated Starting Salary Range:

Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.