Launch/Recovery Operations Technician
Tucson, AZ
Company Overview
World View is a next-generation intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) provider delivering integrated, multi-domain solutions across air, stratosphere, and space. By unifying tactical UAVs, high-altitude platforms, fixed-wing aircraft, and low-Earth orbit satellites under a single operational and technological framework, the company enables seamless data fusion and real-time decision-making.
Leveraging advanced AI and machine learning, World View empowers defense, intelligence, and commercial customers to gain clarity, act with speed, and operate with confidence in complex environments.
Job Description
The Launch Operations Technician will be responsible for the safe and successful launch of stratospheric balloons. They will contribute to pre and post launch activities including documentation of records and processes and the retrieval of flight equipment and hardware.
Role Responsibilities
· Participate and lead teams in all aspects of the balloon launching process
· Recovery of flight hardware and balloon equipment
· Regular maintenance of ground support equipment and vehicles
· Manage work records, vehicle maintenance and repair logs, inspection forms, checklists, and processes
· Participate and perform duties beyond the core scope of the role, including tasks unrelated to primary responsibilities, as directed by management.
· Travel to remote locations for up to 8 weeks within the US and/or abroad
· Ability to work overnight/off shifts supporting operational readiness
Qualifications
· 2 year college degree or equivalent mechanical or avionics experience
· Experience with basic machine shop tools and machines such as hand and power tools, industrial sewing machines, load cells, pressure gauges, etc.
· Knowledge of safety practices in an industrial environment
· Knowledge in 14 CFR Part 101 (Moored Balloons, Kites, Amateur Rockets, Unmanned Free Balloons, and Unmanned Rocket Operations)
· Ability to perform in high pressure situations in dangerous gaseous environments
· Ability to perform strenuous physical activities including walking, climbing, bending, and lifting 50lbs or more
Bonus Points
· Prior experience in the Stratospheric Balloon Launch/Recovery Industry
· Mission Control/Flight Operations Background
· Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Drivers License and Hazmat endorsement
What We Offer
· Work alongside experts in emerging technology
· Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
· Modern office with kitchen, exercise area, amazing views, and more!
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
World View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-mentioned items.