Launch Contractor - PM Shift

Responsibilities

• Launch high-altitude weather balloons following established safety and operational procedures
• Operate and troubleshoot engineering prototype balloon units requiring more technical depth than a standard field launch role
• Collaborate closely with engineers during evening launches (7–11 PM), maintaining a solutions-oriented attitude even at the end of a long day
• Build launch rigs, balloon units, and other hardware. Hands-on assembly is a core part of this role and how our team stays close to the hardware
• Set up and break down launch sites, ensuring equipment is properly configured and secured
• Manage and maintain inventory of balloon supplies, compressed gas cylinders, and related equipment
• Perform routine equipment checks and flag maintenance or safety concerns
• Navigate the operational complexity of the HQ site, which involves coordination with the landlord, city, and nearby airport

Qualifications

• Follows detailed processes and safety procedures with precision
• Clear and timely communicator
• Comfortable with computers and hands-on technical equipment — able to use a screwdriver and figure things out
• Strong positive attitude and flexible personality; this team moves fast and needs people who execute
• Greater technical aptitude than a standard launch role: able to debug engineering hardware and work through issues in the field
• Comfortable working independently in the 7–11 PM window and interfacing with engineers who may be pushing hard on a deadline
• Experience with compressed gas cylinders a plus, but not required
• US citizenship required

Pay

$26–$28/hr.

Schedule

Primarily evening shifts, 7–11 PM. Weekend and occasional weekday availability may be required depending on launch schedules.

Location

In person required. 1600 Bridge Pkwy, Redwood City, CA.