Lead, Launch Technicians

About the Team:

The launch operations team is a part of the Cape Canaveral launch site and is primarily responsible for the operational aspects of vehicle integration, payload integration, pad operations, countdown operations, recovery, and reusability. Over the last few years, the launch operations team successfully lifted the Terran 1 vehicle off the ground and have transitioned focus to designing and building the infrastructure to support our next generation vehicle, Terran R. The team is working hand in hand across multiple engineering disciplines to build out critical systems such as the launch pad, transport erector, integration hardware, transport vessels, horizontal integration facilities, and much more to support the Terran R program.

Our mission is to redefine how rockets are built and launched. At the Cape launch site, our team handles all aspects of vehicle, payload, pad, and recovery operations. 

About the Role:

As a Lead, Launch Technician, you'll play a pivotal role in building, operating, and maintaining the TerranR launch pad. Success in this role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced aerospace environment, complete complex projects, and collaborate seamlessly across teams. You should be capable of delivering high-quality work and managing projects with minimal supervision. As a Lead, Launch Technician, you'll be responsible for ensuring the safe and successful execution of pad operations, including construction, launch operations, and maintenance of pad systems between flights. Leading a team of multi-skilled technicians, you'll collaborate with engineering and support teams to achieve these objectives. Your technical expertise, leadership abilities, and attention to detail will be key in driving the success of the organization’s goals.

• Lead the technician team tasked with executing launch pad development, launch operations, and pad maintenance tasks including process tubing, high pressure gas systems, mechanical systems, and launch day operations
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex pad hardware with various levels of engineering and supervisory oversight
• Interpret engineering drawings and procedures to organize work tasking within the team
• Collaborate with management and engineering on developing effective and safe operations; drive streamlined processes and procedures to improve efficiencies, quality, and operational cadence
• Mentor and train less experienced team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, safety, and continuous improvement through feedback and operational excellence
• Perform other launch site tasking as assigned

About You:

• 3+ years of experience in aerospace operations or equivalent relatable experience
• Prior experience with process piping and high-pressure systems
• Prior experience leading a team of technicians or equivalent roles
• Strong attention to detail and desire to solve complex hardware and operational issues
• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with software systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work a flexible schedule dependent on operational timelines and mission cadence
• Knowledgeable on relevant safety standards related to high pressure systems, heavy machinery, etc.

Nice to Have but Not Required:

• Experience with cryogenics (tanker offloading and operating systems)
• Experience with lifting and crane operations
• Experience with general facility maintenance
• Experience/knowledge in construction/demolition activities

Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, Florida.