Launch and Recovery Engineering Manager
Core
Own and define launch vehicle mechanical/electrical interfaces and capsule recovery operations for Varda Space Vehicles, managing requirements definition, contract deliverables, and execution of launch/recovery procedures.
Role type
Senior IC engineering manager (launch & recovery)
Builds
Varda W-Series space vehicles and recovery capsules
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Systems Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Systems engineering, Launch vehicle interface specifications, Regulatory compliance (FAA/FCC/AFSPCMAN), Team leadership, Mission integration, Anomaly investigation, Cost trade studies, CAD design
Preferred skills
M.S. in engineering, Security clearance eligibility, C++/Python programming, Aerospace hardware development practices, High-cadence manufacturing experience
Technologies
Unigraphics NX, C++, Python
Responsibilities
Define launch vehicle interface technical and regulatory requirements through early mission lifecycle reviews; Serve as primary responsible engineer for LSA contract deliverables including mass properties, separation analysis, and range safety; Chair meetings with launch providers to ensure contractual commitments; Co-chair anomaly investigations impacting LSA deliverables; Manage execution of launch site Integration and Test procedures; Develop capsule recovery concept of operations and participate in recovery operations; Scale launch and recovery planning for 12+ vehicles per year.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on leadership with direct reports