Head of Range Operations

Location - Grantown with 'regular travel to other locations in the Highlands and Islands'. Will consider locations with good transport links.

(Note: Must be able to pass vetting to Space Industry Regulations 2021 requirements and Baseline Personnel Security Standards)

Role Overview

The Head of Range Operations is responsible for the delivery of range control services in support of launch operations.  Leading a team of specialists, the Head of Range Operations oversees the activation of the range, ensures all functions are conducted as per the Range Control Licence, and that the team is trained as per mission specific requirements.  On launch day the Head of Range Operations should be prepared to fulfil the prescribed role of Range Operations Manager, as laid out in the Space Industry Regulations 2021.

This role would suit a former military individual with strong stakeholder engagement and  leadership skills with extensive long range artillery or ballistics experience.

Responsibilities

Co-ordinate and manage arrangements for the activation and operation of the range, ensuring that licensed activities are properly and safely undertaken in accordance with the Range Control License and requirements imposed in or under the Space Industry Act 2018.
 

Effective functioning of range operation and personnel in support of the spaceflight activities
Ensure that the Range Team has completed mission-specific training so that the team is ready to support the spaceflight activities involved in a mission
In consultation with the Finance Director and Director of Operations, developing strategic plans to ensure the appropriate budgetary allocations are made
Responsible for the management and development of the Range Operations Team
During launch operations you will take on the Role of Range Operations Manager as (to be) defined in the Range Operations Procedures.

You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

 The technology and scientific principles associated with tracking, telemetry and flight termination systems. 
 Experience of operating within a regulatory framework
 Working with International Partners
 Qualifications and Experience

 Experience in a similar or related role in another organisation
 Extensive long range experience artillery or ballistics experience
 Experienced leader, preferably of multi-disciplined teams, across varied locations
 Management experience of leading small teams in a mission critical situation
 Management experience overseeing complex and dynamic processes
 Familiar and experienced in working within a regulatory regime
 Full, Clean licence.

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