Flight Controller II and III
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Job Summary
The Laboratory for Atmospheric and Space Physics (LASP) is encouraging applications for individuals with spacecraft and instrument testing and operations experience to support the development and operations of NASA and private space missions ranging from small cubesats to large decade-long projects. Project scientific goals span Astrophysics to Planetary to Solar to Earth Atmospheric and Climate missions. Every day our team strives to foster creative and innovative ideas to solve challenging problems. As a member of our team, you will apply your unique abilities to the development of ground systems to support the integration and test of components prior to launch and continue on through flight operations and end-of-mission activities. Your contribution will be essential to the success of our missions and will support the science community in furthering our understanding of the universe around us.
Our team collaborates with scientists, data processing specialists, engineers, students, and other colleagues and partners. We are looking for applicants that effectively collaborate and communicate with cross-functional teams of students, scientists, and engineers, and also external customers such as the science community and NASA personnel. Applicants need to be able to learn quickly and balance diverse priorities. On-the-job training is expected and mentoring/support is an important component of our organization.
Multiple positions are open, which span a variety of experience levels:
Flight Controller II
Flight Controller III
Who We Are
LASP is a world-renowned space science research institute at the University of Colorado Boulder. LASP is one of the top space science research institutes in the country employing approximately 500 scientists, engineers, support personnel, and students. The University of Colorado receives more NASA funding than any public university in the country, due in large part to LASP programs. Professional engineers work closely with scientists and assembly technicians in designing and building space flight hardware while helping mentor students as entry-level engineers working on these programs. LASP is particularly proud of a work environment that supports employee creativity and productivity and offers opportunities for diverse experiences and a broad range of responsibilities.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
- Assist with the integration and functional test of the flight and ground segments of the mission.
- Develop and perform tests to validate flight hardware and software requirements.
- Develop and maintain procedures and scripts for testing and flight operations.
- Generate command sequences for uplink to a satellite or instrument.
- Conduct real time spacecraft/satellite/instrument flight operations.
- Perform routine trend analysis on spacecraft and instrument telemetry.
- Lead detailed subsystem performance analysis and produce recommendations based on the results.
- Lead troubleshooting and investigation of mission anomalies and direct recovery activities of both flight and ground systems.
- Improve operations concepts and methodologies.
- Support on-call operations during off-hours (nights, holidays, and weekends) as needed.
- Interface with external customers and partners.
- Actively participate in the software development process.
- Analyze and validate software functions to meet mission requirements.
- Develop and maintain procedures and scripts for testing and flight operations.
- Lead strategic mission planning in support of flight operations.
- Create and maintain mission-level documentation.
- Approve and release tactical level documentation updates.
- Train, certify and mentor student Command Controllers.
- Assist with the training of other Fight Controllers.
What You Should Know
- Occasional travel may be necessary to support remote instrument/project activities.
- Flexible work schedules are possible.
What We Can Offer
The salary range for this full-time position is $88,706 - $125,134. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 200% matching for the first 5% contributed with immediate vesting. Relocation expenses up to the equivalent of one-months salary (taxable).
Flight Controller II Salary Range: $88,706.00 - $103,490.00.
Flight Controller III Salary Range: $107,258.00 - $125,134.00.
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What We Require
- Ability to work well within a team environment.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Establish and maintain good interpersonal and intergroup relationships.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, computer science, a physical science, or related field.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Flight Controller II: 2-5 years of experience.
- Flight Controller III: 5-9 years of experience.
- Due to U.S. Export Control Requirements, only U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents may apply.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Ability to perform basic programming tasks such as writing scripts, shell scripting.
- Experience working in and leading diverse teams.
- Knowledge of spacecraft operations.
- Knowledge of UNIX or LINUX.
- An understanding of software coding practices.
- Familiarity with collaboration tools Atlassian products.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- Resume or CV
- Cover letter addressed to the Search Committee briefly describing your qualifications, professional goals, and specific interest in this position.
If you are selected as the finalist, your degree will be verified by the CU Boulder Campus Human Resources department using an approved online vendor. If your degree was obtained outside of the United States, please submit a translated version as an optional attachment.
This position will remain open until finalists have been identified.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu