Lead Rocketry & Launch

US-Based | Launch Integration | LEO Constellation Programme

A major satellite communications programme is seeking a hands-on Lead Rocketry & Launch Engineer to own launch integration, launch provider coordination, deployment planning, and launch campaign execution for a large-scale LEO constellation initiative.

This role will operate as the key technical authority across launch operations, launch vehicle integration, deployment optimisation, rideshare strategy, and launch logistics.

The successful candidate will work closely with satellite engineering, launch providers, mission operations, and systems teams to ensure successful deployment across multiple launch phases.

Responsibilities

• Lead launch integration activities across multiple deployment phases
• Coordinate directly with launch providers and mission partners
• Support launch vehicle selection and rideshare strategy
• Define launch manifest planning and deployment cadence
• Manage satellite-to-launch-vehicle integration requirements
• Support launch readiness reviews and campaign activities
• Coordinate logistics and operational planning across launch campaigns
• Work cross-functionally with:
  • satellite systems engineering
  • payload engineering
  • constellation planning
  • mission operations
• Support deployment optimisation and launch cost trade studies

Required Experience

• 10+ years within launch services, launch integration, or satellite deployment programmes
• Hands-on launch campaign experience
• Strong understanding of:
  • launch vehicle integration
  • rideshare deployment
  • launch operations
  • satellite deployment workflows
• Experience coordinating with commercial launch providers
• Strong systems-level understanding across satellite deployment constraints
• Ability to operate within highly technical, fast-moving environments

Preferred Backgrounds

• Commercial launch providers
• LEO constellation deployment programmes
• Satellite launch operations
• Mission assurance
• Spacecraft integration
• Space systems engineering

Environment

• Greenfield constellation programme
• Startup-mode pace and execution environment
• Hands-on engineering leadership
• High ownership and technical responsibility
• US-based with international programme collaboration