This role involves managing the Flight Control Team and PAM Crew while defining and executing comprehensive training plans for both groups
Job Summary
This role involves managing the Flight Control Team and PAM Crew while defining and executing comprehensive training plans for both groups.
The incumbent will serve as the senior authority during real-time mission execution, making time-critical decisions in coordination with NASA flight operations.
Candidates must interface directly with astronauts, NASA, SpaceX, and payload customers to ensure cohesive mission readiness and resolve scheduling conflicts.
Matching Summary
This role involves managing the Flight Control Team and PAM Crew while defining and executing comprehensive training plans for both groups.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Flight Control Team management
Crew training plan definition
NASA and SpaceX coordination
Real-time mission execution leadership
Simulation campaign design
Certification authority responsibilities
Nice-to-have
Strong stakeholder communication skills
Experience with ISS FOD protocols
Ability to work flexible schedules
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Subject matter expertise in spaceflight
Key Requirements
Direct management experience of Flight Control Teams
Deep familiarity with ISS FOD real-time operations
Proven ability to coordinate across multiple government and commercial entities
Experience serving as a certification authority
Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as required