Integrated Operations Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Auckland, New Zealand; hands-on operations at the Auckland Mission Control Centre, LC-1 Mahia, and other launch sites. Domestic and international travel may be required.

Company

hirify.global is an end-to-end aerospace company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems for space missions.

What you will do

• Execute testing and launch operations for Electron vehicles, including on-console duties and real-time situational awareness.
• Configure and operate electrical, avionics, RF, tracking and telemetry, and command and control systems.
• Improve checkout procedures, increase launch cadence, and streamline operational processes.
• Perform real-time troubleshooting, failure investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Develop proficiency across operational roles, train team members, and conduct post-test and post-flight analysis.
• Support the design, development, and operation of test facilities, launch pads, and control centres.

Requirements

• Degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or mechatronic engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in engineering design, testing, and/or operations.
• Ability to build working relationships, communicate effectively, make sound decisions under pressure, and maintain meticulous attention to quality and safety.
• Ownership, adaptability, proactive risk communication, and a collaborative approach are expected.
• New Zealand roles require eligibility to access equipment and data regulated by U.S. ITAR; nationality checks and background checks will be conducted before an offer.

Nice to have

• 5+ years of experience in engineering design, testing, and/or operations.
• Launch vehicle or spacecraft experience in integration, testing, launch, or mission operations.
• Programming experience in Java, Python, or similar object-oriented languages.
• Experience developing web-based tools using HTML or XML.
• Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP, multicast protocols, and routing.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on mission-critical launches and real space hardware.
• Develop expertise through world-class training across launch and mission operations.
• Grow across multiple operational roles and technical disciplines.
• Work with launch technology at New Zealand's premier space launch facility.
• Operate in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment with tight deadlines and high operational standards.