Senior Manager - Spaceflight Training

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

This individual will manage the FCT and the PAM Crew, define and execute training plans for both the FCT and Crew, build and own FCT training and tracking systems as the certification authority, and own the Crew training schedule in coordination with NASA, SpaceX, Voyager, payload customers, and Baseline Data Collection (BDC) stakeholders.

In this role, the essential functions are:

Flight Control Team (FCT) Leadership & Training

• Manage the FCT through all phases of training, simulation, and real-time mission execution.
• Define, develop, and own the FCT training plan, including curriculum, simulation campaigns, and certification standards.
• Serve as the certification authority for FCT qualifications, maintaining training records and tracking progress against milestones.
• Design and execute integrated simulation campaigns, from early partial sims through full-up integrated sims, coordinating scenario development and evaluation.
• Ensure the FCT is operationally ready; not only technically proficient but trained to communicate effectively, follow flight rules, and work within the broader mission team structure in alignment with NASA expectations.

Crew Training

• Define and own the PAM Crew training plan for both prime and backup crew members.
• Own the Crew training schedule, coordinating across NASA, SpaceX, Voyager, payload customers, and BDC stakeholders to maintain alignment and prevent conflicts.
• Interface directly with astronauts, manage their training requirements and schedules, and advocate for their readiness across all mission phases.
• Ensure crew training activities are integrated with FCT simulations to build a cohesive, mission-ready team.

Real-Time Operations & Execution

• Serve as the senior FCT authority during real-time mission execution, making time-critical decisions in coordination with NASA flight operations.
• Apply deep familiarity with ISS FOD real-time operations protocols, flight rules, and anomaly management to guide the team through nominal and contingency situations.
• Maintain strong working relationships with NASA and SpaceX counterparts, ensuring Voyager operations remain aligned to standards and expectations throughout training and execution.

Stakeholder & Program Support

• Interface confidently and regularly with NASA, SpaceX, customers, and internal Voyager leadership to represent FCT and Crew training status and readiness.
• Identify and resolve training schedule conflicts, gaps, or readiness risks proactively, communicating impacts and mitigations to stakeholders.
• Support business development and mission planning activities as needed, providing subject matter expertise on FCT and crew training requirements.
• Maintain documentation of training program status, certification records, and schedule in accordance with Voyager and NASA standards

Supervisor Responsibilities

• Directly manages the FCT and the PAM Crew (primes and backups).
• Provides training oversight, coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to flight controllers and crew members.
• Establishes and enforces certification standards and training readiness criteria for all team members.
• May be asked to provide training, coaching, mentorship, or feedback to team members across the company on specified tasks.

Additional Responsibilities

• At all times exemplify the core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Humility.
• Responsible for traveling up to 25%, both foreign and domestic, to launch sites, customer facilities, NASA/Government centers, and training facilities.
• Support crew selection discussions and interviews as required.
• Responsible for working a flexible schedule to support mission operations, simulations, and training activities, including weekends and/or holidays as required.
• Other duties as assigned

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Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in aerospace engineering, physics, systems engineering, or a related technical or scientific field required. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

Required

• 10+ years of professional experience in human spaceflight, with direct FCT and crew training responsibilities.
• Experience in FOD real-time operations, supports ISS, including familiarity with ISS systems, flight rules, and anomaly management.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing flight controller training programs and serving as the certification authority.
• Experience supporting crew training for PAM or equivalent human spaceflight missions.
• Demonstrated experience leading FCT teams through simulations and live mission execution in coordination with NASA.
• Experience working directly with astronauts, managing their training schedules and requirements.

Preferred

• 12+ years of human spaceflight experience.
• Experience with previous PAM programs.
• Experience and qualifications that would allow direct support of Ax-5 or comparable missions with minimal ramp-up time.
• Experience working with SpaceX Dragon crew training processes and direct interface with the SpaceX training team

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

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