Mission Operations Integrator

Barrios Technology • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Barrios Technology is seeking Mission Operations Integrators to support commercial spaceflight programs alongside its partners, including NASA, Intuitive Machines, Axiom Space, and Lockheed Martin. The position contributes to the development and execution of mission operations for commercial spaceflight endeavors.

The Mission Operations Integrator establishes mission operations architecture with customer stakeholders and develops, maintains, and executes operational products such as procedures, flight rules, mission timelines, console handbooks, and training materials. The role supports mission readiness through simulations, testing, and anomaly response, and performs real-time mission operations by monitoring system status and performance, operating spacecraft systems from mission control, reporting anomalies, assessing mission impacts, and implementing corrective actions.

The position calls for effective decision-making and initiative in a fast-paced operational environment. Work is generally in an office setting, though tasks may involve indoor or outdoor work and access to test facilities. The role requires shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and may involve schedule adjustments, commuting, and travel to other installations. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation; eligibility for access to classified information may be required. A standard flight controller physical examination may also be required. Employment is conditional on passing a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics from an accredited school.
• Five years of spaceflight operations experience.
• Experience in flight operations or mission control.
• Applied progress through flight controller and/or instructor certifications.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Experience developing, validating, and executing operational products such as procedures, mission timelines, flight rules, or training materials.
• Ability to work collaboratively with customers and stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, leadership, teamwork, technical, and administrative skills.
• Availability for shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• May be required to pass a standard flight controller physical examination and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Ability to work outside the normal schedule and adjust schedules for peak periods and surge requirements.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere and maintain professional behavior that promotes productivity, teamwork, and cooperation.
• Regular attendance in accordance with the established work schedule.
• May require sitting for extended periods, lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, and sufficient mobility to enter test-facility areas as needed.
• Must meet grooming and dress expectations and avoid creating safety risks or hazards.
• May require commuting and travel to other installations.
• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science degree.
• Previous experience in flight control or crew training.
• Certification as FCR or Instructor.
• Experience developing operational documentation, such as flight rules and procedures.
• Experience with requirement development, decomposition, documentation, and review.
• Experience with the spaceflight anomaly remediation process.
• Demonstrated ability to work well both in a team and independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Establish mission operations architecture for new commercial spaceflight programs in collaboration with customer stakeholders.
• Develop, maintain, and execute operational products, including procedures, flight rules, mission timelines, console handbooks, and training materials.
• Support mission readiness through participation in simulations, testing, and anomaly response activities.
• Perform real-time operations by monitoring system status and performance, controlling system operations from mission control, reporting status and anomalies, determining mission impacts, and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor spacecraft system health and performance, operate systems from the mission room, report anomalies, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Apply technical knowledge and operations concepts to make effective decisions and show initiative in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Perform other assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level