Senior Mission Operations Engineer (Test-focused)

ispace, inc. is looking for Senior Mission Operations Engineer (test-focused) to join our growing team. The Mission Test and Operations team is the heart of mission execution, where we prove readiness on the ground before ever stepping on console. As a Senior Mission Operations Engineer, you will be the bridge between the worlds of system testing and real-time operations. In this role you will drive a “Test-As-You-Fly” philosophy to ensure that our tests are truly representative of our operations. You will also have the opportunity to follow the mission lifecycle to touchdown by conducting the test campaign, leveraging the results to mitigate operational risk, and ultimately commanding those same procedures from the Mission Control Center as we transit to the Moon.

Job Details · Type: Full-time Position · Location: On-site (Tokyo, Japan) at least twice a week with remote option · Experience Level: See Qualifications below · Hiring Deadline: By August 2026 · Office: JP Engineering Office · Group: JP Mission Test & Operations Group, JP Test and Flight Operations Division · Position: Senior Mission Operations Engineer

We will prioritize candidates currently in Japan with valid working visa.

For overseas candidates, please note that you choose to proceed, this role requires relocation to Japan upon acceptance of the position. Compensation will be provided in JPY and aligned with local market benchmarks in Japan, based on the role’s level, scope, and prevailing industry standards.