Life at Firefly
At Firefly, we’re focused on making space attainable for everyone – including you! Each team member’s passion, dedication, and innovative ideas have a direct impact on fueling our successful trajectory into space. And there’s no shortage of meaningful projects to work on at Firefly. With launch, lunar, and orbital vehicles, Firefly has a diverse line of business with opportunities to get hands-on experience launching rockets, operating in space, and landing on the Moon.
Our missions are powered by our incredible team members and the family and friends who stand by them.
Over the weekend, we welcomed our Firefly families to our Rocket Ranch in Briggs, TX, for a fun-filled day of celebration and a behind-the-scenes look at the work that brings us closer to the stars.
To the families and friends who support us, THANK YOU! Together, we’re building the future of space exploration for generations to come. 🌎✨
Our missions are powered by our incredible team members and the family and friends who stand by them.
Over the weekend, we welcomed our Firefly families to our Rocket Ranch in Briggs, TX, for a fun-filled day of celebration and a behind-the-scenes look at the work that brings us closer to the stars.
To the families and friends who support us, THANK YOU! Together, we’re building the future of space exploration for generations to come. 🌎✨
What does SciTec bring to the Firefly family?
SciTec President David Simenc explains how its advanced defense technologies help protect our nation in this episode of Firefly FAQ.
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What does SciTec bring to the Firefly family?
SciTec President David Simenc explains how its advanced defense technologies help protect our nation in this episode of Firefly FAQ.
Check it out!
Peep our Elytra orbiter being assembled in the cleanroom 👀.
This spacecraft is part of our Riders 2 the Dark mission — America`s first mission to land on the Moon`s far side.
Without direct line-of-sight to Earth, communication on the far side is impossible without a relay. That`s where our Elytra orbiter comes in 🛰️. Elytra will serve as a transfer vehicle and communications bridge between Blue Ghost and Earth, enabling critical science operations on the lunar surface and setting the stage for future missions.
Peep our Elytra orbiter being assembled in the cleanroom 👀.
This spacecraft is part of our Riders 2 the Dark mission — America`s first mission to land on the Moon`s far side.
Without direct line-of-sight to Earth, communication on the far side is impossible without a relay. That`s where our Elytra orbiter comes in 🛰️. Elytra will serve as a transfer vehicle and communications bridge between Blue Ghost and Earth, enabling critical science operations on the lunar surface and setting the stage for future missions.
Start your week with another Manufacturing Minute! Our Quality Metrologist, Chase Auker, takes us behind the scenes to show how laser trackers measure rocket and spacecraft components with incredible accuracy.
Start your week with another Manufacturing Minute! Our Quality Metrologist, Chase Auker, takes us behind the scenes to show how laser trackers measure rocket and spacecraft components with incredible accuracy.
This World Space Week, remember to look up and imagine what`s possible. Because every great leap forward starts with a bold idea💡.
Dream bigger. Go farther.
#WorldSpaceWeek
This World Space Week, remember to look up and imagine what`s possible. Because every great leap forward starts with a bold idea💡.
Dream bigger. Go farther.
#WorldSpaceWeek
Happy National Manufacturing Day! 🛠️
Today, we’re celebrating the people who make it all happen.
From building spacecraft components and rocket engines to assembling and testing launch vehicles, our manufacturing teams bring incredible skill, care, and pride to their work every day.
Swipe ➡️ to see our incredible manufacturing team taking us beyond Earth.
Happy National Manufacturing Day! 🛠️
Today, we’re celebrating the people who make it all happen.
From building spacecraft components and rocket engines to assembling and testing launch vehicles, our manufacturing teams bring incredible skill, care, and pride to their work every day.
Swipe ➡️ to see our incredible manufacturing team taking us beyond Earth.
Say hello to RTx 👋🏼
RTx is a ground-penetrating radar transmitter on the @mbrspacecentre`s Rashid Rover 2.
Flying aboard our Riders 2 the Dark mission, RTx will transmit signals that can probe up to 100 meters below the Moon’s surface. These signals will be received by NASA`s LuSEE-Night instrument on our Blue Ghost lander, helping scientists better understand the history and presence of minerals on the Moon.
RTx is a collaboration between Brookhaven National Laboratory, Heliospace Corp. and Southwest Research Institute.
Say hello to RTx 👋🏼
RTx is a ground-penetrating radar transmitter on the @mbrspacecentre`s Rashid Rover 2.
Flying aboard our Riders 2 the Dark mission, RTx will transmit signals that can probe up to 100 meters below the Moon’s surface. These signals will be received by NASA`s LuSEE-Night instrument on our Blue Ghost lander, helping scientists better understand the history and presence of minerals on the Moon.
RTx is a collaboration between Brookhaven National Laboratory, Heliospace Corp. and Southwest Research Institute.
The engine powering Alpha`s first stage is truly out of this world. Swipe to learn what makes Reaver special ➡️
The engine powering Alpha`s first stage is truly out of this world. Swipe to learn what makes Reaver special ➡️
Our Values
Headquartered in the Lone Star State, Firefly’s hardworking team reflects Texas’ GO BIG culture in everything we do. We build big, achieve big, and dream big. We’re building launch vehicles and spacecraft to provide rapid, reliable space access. We’ve achieved some incredible wins, including the first successful commercial Moon landing. And we’re dreaming bigger than this planet with ambitions to Mars, Venus, and beyond. Our core values are what drive us along the way.
Our Benefits
We take care of our Fireflies with some of the best benefits in the industry. Our mission to make space for everyone starts with our employees and allowing them to make space for their family, their career, and their future.
Job Openings
From launch technicians to propulsion engineers, Firefly has open roles across the company. We’re looking for passionate, bright innovators to join our team and help make space an achievable dream for everyone.
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ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Configure and prepare the Automated Fiber Placement Machine for production runs, ensuring proper alignment, calibration, and tooling setup.
Manage the storage, preparation, and loading of composite materials, ensuring correct tension and alignment for optimal production results.
Safely operate the AFP Machine, monitor its performance, and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency throughout the production process.
Conduct regular inspections of the produced composite parts to verify conformity to specifications and standards, making adjustments as needed to meet quality requirements.
Perform routine maintenance tasks and troubleshoot issues with the AFP Machine, collaborating with maintenance technicians when necessary to minimize downtime.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve production processes, reduce waste, and increase machine efficiency without compromising product quality.
Maintain accurate production records, including process parameters, material usage, and machine performance data.
Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and team members.
Required Skills
Machine Operation: Demonstrated experience in operating Automated Fiber Placement Machines or similar CNC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
Composite Materials Knowledge: Proficient understanding of composite materials, their properties, and how they behave during the AFP process.
Quality Assurance: Strong attention to detail and a track record of maintaining high-quality standards in production processes.
Technical Aptitude: Ability to troubleshoot machine issues, perform routine maintenance, and make minor adjustments to optimize production efficiency.
Time Management: Effective time management skills to meet production schedules and deliver on-time results.
Team Player: Collaborative mindset, working well within a team environment and communicating effectively with engineers and colleagues.
Desired
Composites Manufacturing Experience: Prior experience working with composites manufacturing processes, such as layup, curing, or composite assembly.
Robotics Knowledge: Familiarity with robotic systems and automation, as AFP Machines often incorporate robotic arms for precision placement.
Process Improvement: Proven track record of implementing process improvements to enhance productivity and quality in manufacturing operations.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and suggest data-driven improvements to the manufacturing process.
Certifications: Any relevant certifications in composites manufacturing, CNC operation, or machine programming would be a plus.
Controls: Experience utilizing Siemens 840D controllers a plus.
Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, relocation benefits, 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.