Missions Operations Preparations Team Lead
Job type:Perm
Country:United Kingdom
Salary/Rate:£60 000 - £94 000
Specialism:Operations
Job ref:NBSASTRO008
Post Date:04. 10. 2024
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About the Role
About the Client:
Our client is a pioneering company in the field of space sustainability and debris removal, developing innovative technologies to mitigate risks associated with space debris. They are dedicated to securing long-term spaceflight safety through debris removal solutions and advocating for international cooperation in space sustainability efforts. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, our client is shaping the future of space exploration.
Position Overview:
Our client's Mission Operations department, structured into Mission Operations and Operations Preparation teams, is seeking a leader for Operations Preparation. This pivotal role focuses on missionization, ensuring successful mission execution through feasible operations concepts that integrate system and sub-system engineering efforts. Potential relocation and visa sponsorship opportunities are available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the Operations Preparation Team, integrating operational aspects into mission development.
- Define operability requirements and support space segment design.
- Provide operations expertise and investigate spacecraft anomalies.
- Team Lead Function-Specific Responsibilities:
- Manage team tasks and output, resolve technical risks, and scope new project work packages.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of space mission industry experience, with a proven track record of successful real-time operations for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) missions.
- Comprehensive knowledge of satellite subsystems, with a focus on Functional Avionics like AOCS/GNC or OBDH/CDH.
- Familiarity with Mission Control systems, flight procedure development, and onboard software management.
- Ability to generate operational requirements, negotiate compliance, and influence key decisions during mission development.
- Detail-oriented and able to work independently or within a team environment.
- Familiarity with mission control systems, formation flying, and leadership experience.
What the Client Offers:
- Competitive salary and benefits package designed to attract top talent.
- Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a diverse international team.
- Access to new state-of-the-art office facilities and regular social events.
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