Senior Launch Pad Operations Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Canso, Nova Scotia, Canada. The role includes an extended onboarding and training period at the headquarters in Germany or the launch site in Norway before transitioning to Canso. Flexible working arrangements may be required during the initial launch site development phase.

Company

hirify.global is a privately funded aerospace company developing launch solutions for small and medium-sized satellites and constellations in Low Earth Orbit.

What you will do

• Support the on-site build-up of the Canadian launch pad and lead commissioning planning and execution with design and engineering teams in Germany.
• Prepare and support launch campaigns for the Spectrum vehicle, including pad readiness and launch countdown operations.
• Operate ground and vehicle systems during launch activities.
• Maintain launch infrastructure and improve procedures for safe, efficient operations.
• Handle flight hardware and systems interfacing with the launch vehicle while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Support the formation of the local operations team, with potential development into a leadership role.

Requirements

• Engineering qualification or bachelor's/master's degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering, or a similar field.
• Hands-on experience developing or testing complex systems, preferably involving cryogenic temperatures, high pressures, high temperatures, or hazardous materials.
• Experience with data acquisition, reduction, and evaluation; Python experience is preferred.
• Understanding of fluid and mechanical systems from concept and design through commissioning and operation.
• Experience planning operations, managing tight timelines, and troubleshooting across disciplines.
• Fluent English and the physical ability to work in confined spaces and lift 25 kg without assistance.

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with fluid systems and piping or tubing.
• Knowledge of rocket propulsion systems or structures.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on launch infrastructure and Spectrum vehicles in a fast-growing space company.
• Participate in the development of a new Canadian launch site from build-up through operational launch campaigns.
• Collaborate with engineering teams in Germany and operations teams in Canada and Norway.
• Work in a dynamic environment focused on sustainable access to space.