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Amat

Operational Controller

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$116K - $159K/yr

Develop comprehensive financial models, analyses, and executive-level presentations to support ... Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Business Units, and Supply Chain teams to provide financial ...

Spartan Education

FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

Grand Prairie, TX · On-site

$28/hr

Flight Instructors develop pilots by emphasizing safety and risk mitigation during flight ... operation of various aircraft components and instruments, and techniques for controlling aircraft ...

Skyways LTD

Flight Operator

Austin, TX · On-site

Flight Operator Skyways designs, builds, and operates fully autonomous long-range cargo aircraft ... in controlled national airspace under FAA oversight and in support of U.S. military operations. We ...

Skyways

Flight Operator

Austin, TX · On-site

... in controlled national airspace under FAA oversight and in support of U.S. military operations. We ... The Opportunity As a Flight Operator on the Flight Team, you will be one of the people who make ...

Skyways

Flight Operator

Austin, TX · On-site

... in controlled national airspace under FAA oversight and in support of U.S. military operations. We ... The Opportunity As a Flight Operator on the Flight Team, you will be one of the people who make ...

Skyways

Flight Operator

Austin, TX · On-site

... in controlled national airspace under FAA oversight and in support of U.S. military operations. We ... The Opportunity As a Flight Operator on the Flight Team, you will be one of the people who make ...

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What is the difference between Executive Flight Operations Controller vs Flight Operations Coordinator?

AspectExecutive Flight Operations ControllerFlight Operations Coordinator
CertificationsFAA certifications, flight operation licensesFAA certifications, flight operation licenses
Work EnvironmentAirports, flight planning centers, corporate aviation departmentsAirports, corporate offices, flight planning centers
Employer & IndustryPrivate jet companies, corporate flight departmentsPrivate aviation, corporate flight services
Primary ResponsibilitiesOverseeing flight operations, compliance, safety, and schedulingCoordinating flight schedules, logistics, and communication with crews

The Executive Flight Operations Controller and Flight Operations Coordinator roles share similar certifications and work environments within the private and corporate aviation industry. However, the Controller primarily oversees flight safety, compliance, and operational oversight, while the Coordinator focuses on logistical support and scheduling. Both roles are essential for smooth flight operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What does an executive flight operations controller do?

An executive flight operations controller manages and coordinates the planning, scheduling, and safety of private or corporate flights. They monitor flight progress, communicate with pilots and ground staff, and ensure compliance with aviation regulations using flight tracking and communication tools. The role requires strong organizational skills and knowledge of aviation safety procedures.
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Flight Dynamics Manager

Firefly Aerospace

Cedar Park, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Firefly Aerospace rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

SUMMARY

As the Flight Dynamics Manager at Firefly Aerospace, you will lead a technical team supporting mission design, orbit determination, and maneuver planning for operational spacecraft across LEO and cislunar space. In this role, you will own all aspects of team leadership including recruitment, career development, and performance management while driving strategic planning, budget management, and operational execution. This position combines technical expertise in spacecraft flight dynamics with people leadership, requiring you to build team capabilities, foster a high-performing culture, and deliver mission-critical support in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead a flight dynamics team supporting multiple spacecraft programs and development efforts
  • Own all aspects of team staffing including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning
  • Conduct performance evaluations and drive career development through mentorship and coaching of engineers at all levels
  • Set flight dynamics objectives and communicate priorities to team members and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Develop and manage the flight dynamics budget and annual operating plan
  • Direct daily operations of the team ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical software development, analysis, and operational support
  • Interface with program managers and mission stakeholders to allocate team responsibilities and establish execution schedules
  • Drive flight dynamics strategy and roadmap development, identifying capability gaps and investment priorities
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives for flight dynamics processes, tools, and operational efficiency
  • Foster a healthy team culture and maintain high morale in a demanding technical and operational environment

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in spacecraft flight dynamics with demonstrated expertise across mission design, orbit determination, and maneuver planning
  • 5+ years of technical team leadership experience including direct management of engineers and technical staff
  • Demonstrated experience supporting operational spacecraft missions through multiple mission phases
  • Proven ability to recruit, hire, develop, and retain high-performing technical talent
  • Demonstrated success building team capabilities through mentorship, training, and career development
  • Experience managing team budgets, resource planning, and workforce forecasting
  • Experience establishing technical standards, processes, and best practices for flight dynamics organizations
  • Excellent communication skills with ability to convey complex technical concepts to executives, customers, and non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to foster a collaborative team culture while meeting demanding mission schedules

Desired

  • Advanced degree (master's or PhD) in aerospace engineering, physics, mathematics, or related field
  • Knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and their impact on trajectory design and orbit determination
  • Experience with Python and Linux
  • Proficiency with one or more commercial flight dynamics software tools (STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, ODTK, or similar)
  • Experience developing strategic vision, technical roadmaps, and upgrade initiatives for flight dynamics teams
  • Experience leading or supporting anomaly investigations and resolving critical mission issues

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status

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