Jobs at Sierra Space
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Founded in 2020 as a spin‑off of Sierra Nevada Corporation, Sierra Space is building the world’s first fully reusable orbital habitat, the Sierra Space Orbital Platform, and the Sierra Space Transport system. The company partners with NASA on the Lunar Gateway and is developing hardware that will enable commercial space stations.
Sierra Space hires aerospace engineers, propulsion specialists, systems integration experts, software developers, and project managers, as well as manufacturing, quality assurance, supply‑chain, and business operations professionals. Candidates can expect to work on mission‑critical hardware in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with a focus on safety, reliability, and the commercial viability of space products.
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Lead Space System Engineer, Resilient MEO MW/MT
Company: Department of the Air Force - Space Systems Command
Location: Los Angeles, California Los Angeles, California
Posted Jun 11, 2024
This text provides information about a direct hire opportunity with the U.S. Space Force. It outlines the requirements for the position, including U.S. citizenship, security clearance, and a professional engineering degree. The role involves potential travel, overtime, and telework. The position is eligible for telework 2-4 days a pay period and has a closing date after 5 business days or 75 applications. The text also mentions benefits for federal employees, including a comprehensive benefits package.
Test and Evaluation Engineer, 4 TES
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force Forces
Location: Peterson AFB, Colorado Peterson AFB, Colorado
Posted Jun 11, 2024
The text provides information about a direct hire opportunity with the U.S. Space Force. It outlines the requirements for the position, including U.S. citizenship, security clearance, travel, overtime, and handling sensitive information. The position is not eligible for telework and requires a professional engineering degree. The candidate must meet Defense Acquisition University (DAU) Core Certification Standards. The position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications. The text also mentions benefits for federal employees, including a comprehensive benefits package.
Engineering Technician - Recent Graduate
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Langley Research Center
Location: Hampton, Virginia Hampton, Virginia
Posted Jun 11, 2024
NASA's Recent Graduates program offers a one-year development program for new graduates, providing mentorship, training, and potential conversion to a term or permanent position. The program requires U.S. citizenship, completion of a degree within the last 2 years, and specialized experience or education in engineering, engineering technology, or industrial technology. Successful completion may lead to conversion to a permanent appointment in the competitive service.
Facility Operations Specialist (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Goddard Space Flight Center
Location: Greenbelt, Maryland Greenbelt, Maryland
Posted Jun 11, 2024
The job posting is for a Facility Operations Specialist/Quality Assurance Evaluator at Goddard Space Flight Center. The role involves supporting contractors to maintain mechanical, pneumatic, and water systems according to safety and environmental standards. The individual will track and review service requests, perform Quality Assurance Inspections, and work closely with management and contract staff. The position requires U.S. citizenship, a background investigation, and specialized experience in facility operations and quality assurance. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, one year of specialized experience for GS-11, and one year of specialized experience for GS-12. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Recreation Assistant (Equipment Rental)
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force
Location: San Pedro, California San Pedro, California
Posted Jun 11, 2024
This is a NAF position with the 61st Force Support Squadron, located at Outdoor Recreation on Los Angeles Air Force Base and Fort MacArthur Military Reserve Base. The position is flexible, with potential to work up to 40 hours per week, but does not offer leave or benefits. The role requires a background investigation, pre-employment physical examination, and random drug testing. Qualifying experience includes knowledge of outdoor recreation activities, public dealing, office work, cash handling, inventory management, and computer skills. The position does not allow for education substitution and requires U.S. citizenship or residency for three years. Direct deposit, E-Verify, and a probationary period are mandatory. PCS costs are not authorized, and multiple positions may be filled.
Computer Engineer, AST, Software Systems (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Goddard Space Flight Center
Location: Fairmont, West Virginia Fairmont, West Virginia
Posted Jun 11, 2024
This job posting is for a Computer Engineer position in the Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) Program's Technical Advancement & Services Office (TASO) at NASA. The role involves leading a team of computer engineers and technical professionals to advance IT infrastructure, software labs, software assurance tools, and software simulation/testing capabilities. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life science, or computer science, and one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level. Specialized experience includes leading teams, planning and provisioning advanced software engineering capabilities, and eliciting customer requirements for large aerospace engineering/technology projects.
Recreation Specialist
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force
Location: Patrick AFB, Florida Patrick AFB, Florida
Posted Jun 11, 2024
This job posting is for a position at the Outdoor Recreation Facility, requiring shift work including days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special situations. The role involves lifting objects up to 40 pounds and maintaining various certifications such as Lifeguard, Certified Pool Operator, and ServSafe. A valid driver's license is mandatory, and the incumbent must undergo a background investigation and NACI check. The position does not allow for education substitution and requires full qualification/eligibility/background requirements. It is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position under Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
Information Technology Specialist (IT Strategy Lead) (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Headquarters, NASA
Location: Multiple Locations
Posted Jun 11, 2024
This position is for a NASA IT Strategy Lead in the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Strategy and Architecture Office. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to define business requirements, develop IT strategic goals, and create the Agency IT Strategic Plan. The ideal candidate should have specialized experience in coordinating with stakeholders, establishing relationships, and using data-driven metrics. They must also demonstrate competencies in attention to detail, customer service, oral communication, and problem-solving.
Director of Engineering and Technology
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Goddard Space Flight Center
Location: Greenbelt, Maryland Greenbelt, Maryland
Posted Jun 11, 2024
The text describes a leadership role in the Engineering and Technology Directorate at Goddard Space Flight Center, overseeing a workforce of ~3,500 civil servants and contractors. The role involves program planning, engineering discipline, and technology solutions for earth and space science missions. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life sciences, computer science, or other field of science. The selected individual must have extensive leadership experience, strategic planning skills, and the ability to manage resources. They must also be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Astrophysicist, AST, Stellar, Galactic, and Extra Galactic Astrophysics (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Ames Research Center
Location: Moffett Field, California Moffett Field, California
Posted Jun 11, 2024
The job posting is for an Astrophysicist position at NASA Ames Research Center. The role involves leading studies in exoplanet coronagraph technologies. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life science, or computer science. Specialized experience is required, including writing proposals for astrophysics technology funding, analyzing laboratory data, and collecting information for instrument simulations. The position is open to U.S. citizens and nationals, and requires a background investigation and a one-year probationary period.
Cook
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force
Location: Buckley AFB, Colorado Buckley AFB, Colorado
Posted Jun 11, 2024
The Crested Butte Child Development Center offers a regular part-time position with benefits including medical, dental, 401K, life insurance, and retirement. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation, drug testing, a physical, and immunization records. The role is open to everyone, with qualifying experience or education. The Child Development Program provides child care fee discounts for direct care staff. The position requires English proficiency and E-Verify completion.
Technical Advisor, 11 SWS
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force Forces
Location: Buckley AFB, Colorado Buckley AFB, Colorado
Posted Jun 11, 2024
This text provides information about a direct hire opportunity with the U.S. Space Force. It outlines the requirements for the position, including U.S. citizenship, security clearance, and the ability to travel and work overtime. The position is eligible for telework and has a specific closing date. The text also mentions the benefits of a federal career, including a comprehensive benefits package. The 1515 series has an individual occupational requirement and additional experience level requirements.