Glovebox Facility Operator

About the role

The Glovebox Facility Operator is a Payload Operations Integration Center (POIC) flight control position that manages the Microgravity Sciences Glovebox (MSG) Rack or the Life Sciences Glovebox (LSG) Rack Facility. These operators provide real-time support for timeline execution, configuration, and troubleshooting of the Facility racks and payloads within the International Space Station (ISS). Assignments tend to be of moderate complexity and diversification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in simulation training, train on payloads operated in the Racks, and develop flight products for real-time support.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of the Glovebox Rack and monitor/manage its operation during real-time operations to ensure successful experiment execution.
• Report to the Payload Operations Director (POD) during real-time execution and coordinate rack-related activities with payload developers and flight controllers at the POIC.
• Coordinate with International Partner (IP) payload teams.
• Perform shift work, as the position requires a minimum of 16-hours/day, 5-days/week coverage.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university in a related field and 0-2 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of ISS operations is a plus.
• U.S. Citizenship with the ability to attain and maintain a government security clearance.