Near Space Labs

Associate Operator - Stratospheric Systems

Nationwide, United States · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$17k-$20kDetected 57 days ago

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About the role

Status: Full-time Pay Range: $17 - $20/hr Travel: 100% travel role About Near Space Labs Near Space Labs is leading the next generation of Earth imaging.
Flight Operations is a fast-paced growing organization responsible for operating and launching our fleet of Swiftys throughout the U.S. to meet our customer imaging and data needs.
The Associate Operator Stratospheric Systems plays a critical role in executing and scaling our flight operational footprint.

The incumbent will operate, maintain, and fly our fleet of Swiftys throughout the nation.
The incumbent will collaborate and communicate within the Pod.
The incumbent will perform work outdoors including hiking, walking and general physical duties throughout an extended workday.
Work closely with the Lead Operator Stratospheric Systems, and other Operators, occasional contractors, and Mission Control, to ensure Swiftys are launched, maintained, and recovered effectively, contributing to the overall success of the mission operations.
Work under the direction of the Lead Operator Stratospheric Systems or Operators to ensure successful mission execution.
Safely drive and maintain our fleet of road launch vehicles.
We design, build, and operate a fleet of proprietary, stratospheric systems called Swiftys.
Our Swiftys fly to the edge of space to deliver high quality, updated imagery of our planet.

You will be part of a three person Pod (team) responsible for launching image capturing stratospheric systems around the USA.
Support the maintain and operate our fleet of Swiftys ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality data to the Company's customers, driving the success of our overall operations.

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