{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"87a25c8dc6a0ed8db6b8a23c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/87a25c8dc6a0ed8db6b8a23c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/87a25c8dc6a0ed8db6b8a23c","title":"Mission Operations Engineer, Python","description":"About Varda\nLow Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda's W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heat shields, and the satellite buses.\nFrom life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.\nOur team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.\nVarda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL.\nJoin Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.\nWhat you will do (Job Responsibilities)\nThe Mission Operations team are experienced spacecraft operator. They are exceptional communicators, adept leaders, and a jack-of-all trades capable of applying cross-discipline engineering to bespoke solutions. An ideal candidate is someone passionate to work in a startup environment where you will have the opportunity to fully own on-orbit operations, and mold a unique new mission framework for operations in space.\nDevelop, coordinate, execute, and lead Varda's on-orbit missions.\nOwn the full ops development cycle for mission-unique payloads, from the creation of mission profiles through execution.\nWork with teams across the company to continuously improve upon mission operations and ensure mission success.\nAutomate and eliminate operational burden by building webtools.\nScale up Varda's operational capabilities to support a growing flight cadence.\n\nWhat you will bring (Basic Qualifications)\nBachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, preferably Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Science.\n2+ years of experience in a real time operations role on a complex and high consequence operation.\n1+ years of experience developing software tools in Python, JavaScript, and/or HTML.\nFamiliarity with Avionics, GNC, Software, and Thermal design practices for spacecraft.\n\nWhat would be a plus (Preferred Qualifications)\n3+ years of experience with spacecraft systems.\nPrevious operator experience in a leadership role.\nPrevious in-orbit spacecraft operations experience.\nPrevious experience with Git and Atlassian products.\nFamiliarity with ground stations networks.\n\nHow Varda compensates\nSalary range: $120,000 - $170,000 annually.\nThis role is on-site in El Segundo, CA.\nLeveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance.\nOffer compensation also includes the ability to receive stock options under the Company's Equity Incentive Plan.\n\n#LI-VSI\nBenefits\nVarda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well‑being, and a high‑quality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what full‑time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):\nHealth & Wellness\nFlexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays\n100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options\nVoluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance\n$120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses\n12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers)\nFamily building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic\nSponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents\nFinancial & Retirement\nSubstantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up\n401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)\n$20/pay period cell phone reimbursement\nRelocation support for new hires, if needed\nWorkplace Experience & Perks\nFully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weekly\nCompany and team-bonding events, happy hours and mission-success celebrations\nComplimentary EV charging\n\nITAR Requirements\nVarda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our policy is to only hire \"U.S. persons\" who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.\n\n\"US person\" means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum).\n\nE-Verify Statement\nVarda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.\nE-Verify Notice Right To Work Notice\nRead more Read more\nVarda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. 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Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda's W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heat shields, and the satellite buses.\nFrom life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.\nOur team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.\nVarda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL.\nJoin Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.\nWhat you will do (Job Responsibilities)\nThe Mission Operations team are experienced spacecraft operator. They are exceptional communicators, adept leaders, and a jack-of-all trades capable of applying cross-discipline engineering to bespoke solutions. An ideal candidate is someone passionate to work in a startup environment where you will have the opportunity to fully own on-orbit operations, and mold a unique new mission framework for operations in space.\nDevelop, coordinate, execute, and lead Varda's on-orbit missions.\nOwn the full ops development cycle for mission-unique payloads, from the creation of mission profiles through execution.\nWork with teams across the company to continuously improve upon mission operations and ensure mission success.\nAutomate and eliminate operational burden by building webtools.\nScale up Varda's operational capabilities to support a growing flight cadence.\n\nWhat you will bring (Basic Qualifications)\nBachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, preferably Aerospace, Electrical, or Computer Science.\n2+ years of experience in a real time operations role on a complex and high consequence operation.\n1+ years of experience developing software tools in Python, JavaScript, and/or HTML.\nFamiliarity with Avionics, GNC, Software, and Thermal design practices for spacecraft.\n\nWhat would be a plus (Preferred Qualifications)\n3+ years of experience with spacecraft systems.\nPrevious operator experience in a leadership role.\nPrevious in-orbit spacecraft operations experience.\nPrevious experience with Git and Atlassian products.\nFamiliarity with ground stations networks.\n\nHow Varda compensates\nSalary range: $120,000 - $170,000 annually.\nThis role is on-site in El Segundo, CA.\nLeveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance.\nOffer compensation also includes the ability to receive stock options under the Company's Equity Incentive Plan.\n\n#LI-VSI\nBenefits\nVarda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well‑being, and a high‑quality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what full‑time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):\nHealth & Wellness\nFlexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays\n100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options\nVoluntary accident, hospital, critical illness, and pet insurance\n$120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses\n12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers)\nFamily building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic\nSponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents\nFinancial & Retirement\nSubstantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up\n401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)\n$20/pay period cell phone reimbursement\nRelocation support for new hires, if needed\nWorkplace Experience & Perks\nFully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weekly\nCompany and team-bonding events, happy hours and mission-success celebrations\nComplimentary EV charging\n\nITAR Requirements\nVarda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our policy is to only hire \"U.S. persons\" who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.\n\n\"US person\" means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum).\n\nE-Verify Statement\nVarda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.\nE-Verify Notice Right To Work Notice\nRead more Read more\nVarda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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