Flight Controller​/Instructor

Flight Controller/Instructor - (AFCI
042026.1)

Location:

Austin, TX 78701 US (Primary)
San Antonio, TX 78226 US
Southern California, CA 90802 US

Available Locations:

• Austin, TX
• Southern California
• Europe

Remote/Onsite/Hybrid: 100% Onsite

Pay Range: $90,000.00 - $/yr

• Plan, execute, and monitor flight operations in support of commercial space missions.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver flight operations training curricula and simulation exercises.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in spacecraft systems, mission procedures, and flight rules.
• Conduct crew and operator training for nominal and off-nominal mission scenarios.
• Coordinate with engineering, mission planning, and safety teams to support readiness reviews and mission milestones.
• Author and review flight procedures, flight rules, and training documentation.
• Support anomaly investigation, lessons‑learned capture, and continuous improvement of flight operations processes.
• Provide real‑time mission support as required, including console operations and team lead functions.

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• This position requires access to federal facilities. Candidates must possess a valid, unexpired Real ‑compliant driver's license or state‑issued identification card at the time of hire.
• Ability to complete a pre‑employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use.
• 1 or more years of general, full‑time work experience.
• 1 or more years of directly related experience in flight operations, flight control, or spaceflight training in a NASA, NASA contractor, or equivalent commercial space environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in spacecraft systems operations and mission execution.
• Experience developing or delivering flight operations or systems training programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical documentation.

• Experience as a NASA Flight Controller, Flight Director, or certified flight operations instructor.
• Familiarity with commercial launch systems, orbital platforms, or commercial crew/cargo programs.
• Background in human spaceflight operations (ISS, Orion, Commercial Crew, or equivalent).
• Experience with simulation tools and training system development.
• Proficiency in mission planning tools, flight dynamics software, or telemetry systems.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience working in a multi‑team, fast‑turnaround mission operations environment.

Cimarron is offering a $1,000 referral bonus for all full‑time hires.

• Major Medical and Hospitalization
• Vision Care
• Preventive Care
• Ancillary Benefits
  • Life Insurance and AD&D
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Additional Life and Dependent Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Direct Deposit
• Other Benefits
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Leave
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Wellness Program

Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.