Lead Space Operations Engineer

At Dark, we passionately believe that space represents not only a cornerstone of the modern world but also a catalyst for shaping our future. Our mission is clear: pioneering spacecraft and mission designs for the protection of vital orbits and assets.

We are gathering a team of bright minds to tackle crucial challenges through advanced engineering. Our focus is on velocity, enabling faster-than-ever orbital missions, ushering in a new era defined by unprecedented agility and boundless opportunity.

As the Lead Space Operations Engineer, you will oversee all activities related to space segment operations, from iteration on the CONOPS to mission authorization obtention, including the redaction of operational procedures and the extraction of specifications for the ground segment. Supported by the Chief Mission Engineer, you will ensure that all mission objectives, LOS requirements, and safety standards are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all mission operations adhere to applicable safety, quality, and LOS standards
• Refine the space segment CONOPS
• Redact the operations handbook
• Extract applicable requirements related to ground segment functions and spacecraft commandability and reliability
• Participate in defining telecommand and telemetry data transmission
• Collaborate with risks and quality teams to assess and mitigate mission risks
• Contribute to defining internal space operations standards, processes, and tools
• Lead the space operations team during mission preparation and execution
• Mentor and train other team members

We value extraordinary work ethics and expect team members to enhance collaborative performance by embodying methodology, relevancy, and results-driven approaches. Leadership capabilities will be assessed based on timing, judgment, and decision-making skills.

Join our core team, engage in deeply technical projects, learn in an environment driven by continuous improvement, and enjoy autonomy while upholding high standards at work.