Launch Integration & Mission Manager

About Lynk

Lynk is the inventor of satellite direct to device or D2D technology, and has the world’s only commercial license from the FCC to operate a commercial D2D system. Today, Lynk allows mobile network operators' subscribers to send and receive text messages to and from space via standard unmodified, mobile devices. Lynk’s service has been tested and proven on all seven continents, has regulatory approvals in more than 30 countries and is currently being deployed commercially based on more than 40 MNO commercial service contracts covering approximately 50 countries.

Our technology will enable all 8 billion people on the planet to stay connected with the existing standard phone in their pocket. Everywhere. No matter what.

By joining Lynk, you will have the opportunity to directly touch the lives of billions. Your mission will be to bring mobile broadband to billions, pull hundreds of millions out of poverty, and save countless lives.

Job Summary

The Launch Integration and Mission Manager will manage the manifestation of Lynk satellites on specific launch opportunities.  This includes managing the integration of the satellites into deployer systems and interfacing with launch vehicle providers to accomplish successful launch vehicle integration and manifestation.  You will also be responsible for managing the process related to testing to ensure that the stack of satellites integrated into the deployer meets all mechanical, electrical, digital, and/or safety requirements/interfaces as required by the launch provider.

We build mission hardware and software fast so the perfect candidate for this role will have significant previous experience designing, developing, and testing space hardware on rapid timelines. We are looking for engineers that enjoy a challenge and have a track record of creative thinking to solve unconventional problems.

Core Responsibilities

• Work with Executive Management to establish the configuration of each launch campaign.

• Meet with launch vehicle providers to identify launch opportunities.

• Coordinate any launch campaign unique design and fabrication work required.

• Oversee the integration of Lynk satellites for a given launch campaign with the appropriate deployer systems to produce a launch configuration.

• Lead launch integration and operations activities for specific.

• Oversee integrated stack testing activities, including environmental testing, and the production of verification artifacts required to satisfy launch provider requirements for specific missions.

• Organize and support launch campaign activities for individual missions and represent Lynk at launch integration reviews with the launch provider.

• Manage all schedule and technical commitments to the launch.

• Coordinate all launch related items internal and external to Lynk for specific.

• Manage and ensure Export Compliance to all launch related Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs) and Technology Transfer Control Plans (TTCPs).

• Travel as required in support of the launch.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree, or better, in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or other relevant technical degree.

• 10+ years of experience with the integration and launch of satellites or space payloads.

• Experience in space systems engineering including all aspects of spacecraft to launch vehicle integration is required.

• Significant experience leading the integration of payloads on a currently operating launch vehicle is a plus.

Job Location

Washington, DC area