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Flight Director, Project Kuiper - Mission Operations, Ground Software

A global technology company leading in e-commerce, cloud computing, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence.
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Senior Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Space
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Description For Flight Director, Project Kuiper - Mission Operations, Ground Software

Project Kuiper is an ambitious initiative by Amazon to launch a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites aimed at providing high-speed broadband connectivity to underserved communities worldwide. As a Flight Director, you'll play a crucial role in managing the operational success of the mission at a systems level.

The role involves coordinating between engineering teams across ground and space systems, with a strong focus on driving automation and operational excellence. You'll be responsible for preparing and executing launches, conducting operational rehearsals, and ensuring the constellation maintains peak performance with minimal manual intervention.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing concepts of operation for missions and experiments
  • Leading launch and early operations
  • Performing system data analysis
  • Driving automation efforts with scalability in mind
  • Coordinating between various engineering teams
  • Identifying and implementing performance improvements

The position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the capacity to maintain professionalism under pressure. You'll be working with cutting-edge space technology while contributing to a project that aims to bridge the digital divide globally.

The role is part of the Project Kuiper Ground Software team, which manages the infrastructure that operates the entire constellation. This position may require export control clearance due to the nature of the technology involved. You'll be joining a team that's pushing the boundaries of satellite technology while working on a mission with significant global impact.

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Responsibilities For Flight Director, Project Kuiper - Mission Operations, Ground Software

  • Own and execute operational success of the mission at systems level
  • Coordinate between engineering teams across ground and space systems
  • Drive automation and operational excellence
  • Coordinate and prepare for launches and on-orbit demonstrations
  • Design and conduct operational rehearsals
  • Develop concepts of operation for missions and experiments
  • Lead launch and early operations
  • Perform analysis on system data

Requirements For Flight Director, Project Kuiper - Mission Operations, Ground Software

Python
Go
Java
  • BS degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline
  • Familiarity with basic space system architecture and subsystem functionality
  • Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, Rust, Matlab

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