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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General Engineer, AST, Technical Management (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - George C. Marshall Space Flight Center
Location: Huntsville, Alabama Huntsville, Alabama
Posted Jun 07, 2024
The job posting is for a Program/Project Manager position in the Human Exploration and Development Operations Office (HP) at NASA. The role involves overseeing cost, technical, schedule, and risk management for programs like Artemis, Moon to Mars, International Space Station, and special projects. The manager will collaborate with technical managers, executives, and stakeholders across the Center, Agency, and external organizations. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life science, or computer science from an ABET-accredited institution. Specialized experience in technical management, strategic planning, and cross-functional team leadership is necessary. The role may require a one-year probationary period and is subject to pre-employment background investigation.
SECURITY SPECIALIST
Company: Department of the Air Force - National Air and Space Intelligence Center
Location: Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
Posted Jun 07, 2024
This position is a MAJCOM/FOA security specialist role, requiring U.S. citizenship and completion of a two-year DCIPS trial period. The role involves protecting the enterprise from espionage, terrorism, and unauthorized disclosure of vital information. The salary range includes local market supplements. The position is subject to the DoD Priority Placement Program and requires registration for Selective Service. The employee may need to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and may be required to travel for temporary duty assignments. The role is a GG-13 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS), equivalent to a GS-13 level. The employee must have a wide range of advanced knowledge in security administration and intelligence, and skills in applying this knowledge to complex work assignments. The role requires analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to establish professional relationships. The position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP). The employee must pass initial and periodic drug testing. The role requires Department of Defense Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC) and Security Asset Protection Professional Certification (SAPPC) conferrals within 2 years of employment. The position is mission-critical and must continue uninterrupted during emergencies. The role does not have an education qualification requirement.
Operations Management Division Chief, PCO
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force Forces
Location: Los Angeles County, California Los Angeles County, California
Posted Jun 07, 2024
This text provides information about a direct hire opportunity with the U.S. government. The job requires U.S. citizenship, a Secret security clearance, and the ability to travel and work overtime. Telework is also an option. The position does not have specific occupational requirements. Benefits include a comprehensive package for federal employees and their families, with eligibility depending on the type of position.
General Engineer, AST, Facility Systems Safety (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - John F. Kennedy Space Center
Location: Kennedy Space Center, Florida Kennedy Space Center, Florida
Posted Jun 07, 2024
This job posting is for a Facility Systems Safety Mechanical Engineer position at NASA. The role involves analyzing designs for new or modified Construction of Facility (CoF) projects, lifting devices, and fall protection solutions for compliance with OSHA and KSC safety requirements. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life science, or computer science. Specialized experience is necessary, including supporting engineering assessments, designing and maintaining lifting devices or fall protection equipment, and performing hazard analyses. The position is open to U.S. citizens and may require a one-year trial period. It may also involve a background investigation or higher level clearance.
Cook
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force
Location: Peterson AFB, Colorado Peterson AFB, Colorado
Posted Jun 07, 2024
The job posting is for a food service position at Peterson Space Force Base. The job requires experience in food preparation and presentation, and the ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds. The position also requires a pre-employment physical and a background investigation.
Physical Scientist, AST, Physical Science Technical Management (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Ames Research Center
Location: Moffett Field, California Moffett Field, California
Posted Jun 07, 2024
The job posting is for a Physical Science Technical Management Lead position at NASA. The job requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and specialized experience in managing projects and teams. The job also requires a background investigation and a financial disclosure statement.
INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST
Company: Department of the Air Force - National Air and Space Intelligence Center
Location: Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
Posted Jun 07, 2024
This position is a developmental role in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) at the GG-07 level with promotion potential to GG-12. The incumbent will assist in providing finished intelligence on foreign air and space systems to various intelligence clients. The role requires U.S. citizenship, a degree in intelligence analysis or related field, and the ability to obtain a TOP SECRET security clearance. The position involves prolonged periods of sitting, reading, and intense data analysis, and may require travel, shift work, and emergency overtime. Qualifications include specialized experience, education, or a combination of both, along with knowledge, skills, and abilities in intelligence analysis, computer systems, communication, and teamwork.
Computer Engineer, AST, Data Systems (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field
Location: Cleveland, Ohio Cleveland, Ohio
Posted Jun 07, 2024
This job posting is for a Computer Engineer position at NASA, specifically within the Facilities Testing Division, Facilities, Test and Center Operations Directorate. The role involves conception, planning, specification, design, analysis, development, installation, testing, modification, operation, maintenance, and use of data handling and computing systems for aerospace, aeronautical, space science, and/or earth science vehicles, spacecraft, and/or instruments. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life science, or computer science, with specific coursework in mathematics, statistics, and computer science. Specialized experience is required, with increasing levels of complexity at GS-12 and GS-13. The position is open to U.S. citizens and nationals, and may require a background security investigation and a one-year probationary period. NASA prohibits the use of AI tools in the application process.
General Engineer, AST, Mission Operations Integration (Direct Hire)
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - John F. Kennedy Space Center
Location: Kennedy Space Center, Florida Kennedy Space Center, Florida
Posted Jun 07, 2024
This position is for a Facility Element Operations Manager (EOM) in the Exploration Ground Systems (EGS) directorate at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The role involves ensuring the readiness of the launch pad for Artemis processing, collaborating with NASA Operations Managers, Senior Vehicle Operations Manager, and contractors. The job requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, mathematics, life science, or computer science, and one year of specialized experience in operational schedule integration, facility design, and providing technical guidance.
Deputy Associate Administrator, Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate
Company: National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Headquarters, NASA
Location: Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
Posted Jun 07, 2024
The text describes a job opening for the position of Deputy Associate Administrator for the Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate (ESDMD) at NASA. The role involves leading human spaceflight development and operations related to the Moon and Mars campaigns. The selected individual will be required to file a financial disclosure report, undergo a background investigation, and meet qualifications including Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and the ability to obtain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance. The role is full-time remote and offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Manager, 2 ROPS
Company: Department of the Air Force - Space Systems Command
Location: Vandenberg AFB, California Vandenberg AFB, California
Posted Jun 07, 2024
The text provides information about a Direct Hire opportunity with the U.S. Space Force. It outlines the requirements, including U.S. citizenship, ability to obtain a Secret clearance, potential travel, and handling sensitive information. The role involves physical tasks like climbing and operating vehicles. Benefits of a federal career are also mentioned, including a comprehensive benefits package.
CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT - LEADER LEVEL
Company: Department of the Air Force - United States Space Force
Location: El Segundo, California El Segundo, California
Posted Jun 07, 2024
This is a job posting for a NAF position with the 61st Force Support Squadron, located at the Child Development Center on Los Angeles Air Force Base, El Segundo, California. The position is temporary part-time and requires various qualifications and certifications.