ABOUT THE COMPANY

Zero Gravity Corporation is a privately held space tourism, research, and education company whose mission is to make the excitement and adventure of space accessible to the public. The experience offered by Zero-G is the only commercial opportunity on Earth for individuals to experience true “weightlessness” without going to space. Available for qualifying experiments, Zero-G encourages projects from universities, corporations, governments, and individuals alike seeking to conduct serious investigations in Martian, Lunar, zero, and hypergravity environments, especially those planning a suborbital, orbital, or deep space scientific program.

The Zero-G Team is composed of highly talented individuals scattered from coast-to-coast, who work remotely or travel to or with the Zero-G aircraft. The company is expanding rapidly, and our work environment is dynamic and fast-paced. We are passionate about our unique product, and our team are experts in the industry.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Parabolic Flight Coach position is a contracted role that is ideal for an outgoing individual with extensive experience in customer-facing roles and a deep connection to the space industry. This position is responsible for effectively communicating safety information about Zero-G flights in an entertaining and informative manner.

The Parabolic Flight Coach proactively assists the Flight Day Coordinator (GSC) during flight day operations. This role is contracted on an as-and-when-needed basis, when we are operating a parabolic flight in the city you live in. A successful Parabolic Flight Coach can expect to join 5 to 20 local flight events a year. Occasional domestic travel may be requested if you are available. 

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE PARABOLIC FLIGHT COACH:

• Leading a group of up to 14 people throughout a parabolic flight experience, and assisting with a group of up to 30.
• Managing group dynamics including facilitating, coaching through challenges, effective communication, conversation, awareness of self and group needs, and making sure that each Flyer is having a great time.
• Keeping the experience on schedule without rushing Flyers.
• Ensuring the safety of Flyers both on the ground and on the flight.
• Caring for and cleaning up after ill Flyers.
• Identify Flyer needs, both physically and psychologically, while addressing them in a professional manner.
• Unload/load the program equipment to/from the aircraft/vehicles and set up/break down flight day venues.
• Assisting in the management of flight day inventory, and submitting via Airtable.
• Maintaining a professional appearance and decorum at all times.
• Assisting the Flight Day Coordinator (GSC) with pre and post-flight logistics and ensuring the flight experience is consistent with customer expectations.
• Other duties as assigned by the Flight Day Coordinator or VP of Program Operations.

MINIMUM EXPECTATIONS FOR THE PARABOLIC COACH:

• Experience leading groups in a tourism or hospitality setting.
• Basic Knowledge of the sub-orbital and orbital space and space tourism industry.
• Available to join flights on weekends and occasional weekdays.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND AVAILABILITY FOR THE PARABOLIC COACH:

• 2 or more years of experience leading groups in a tourism or hospitality setting.
• Advanced knowledge of the sub-orbital space tourism industry and its history.
• Knowledge of scientific principles and concepts and/or experience in scientific research.
• Available to join flights any day of the week.
• Available to commit to up to three weeks at a time 1 to 3 times a year.

ZERO-G REQUIREMENTS:

• Located within the U.S. with eligibility to work in the United States without a sponsored visa and the ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.
• U.S. Citizenship; must be able to travel freely within the United States and without restriction to all countries.
• Current, valid U.S. Passport and U.S. Driver's Licence. 
• Must live within 50 miles of the Houston (HOU) airport. 
• Local travel is required using your own vehicle. 
• Must be able to lift and push 50 lbs.
• Athletic ability with exceptional spatial and situational awareness.
• The ability to employ exceptional communication, leadership, and teamwork.
• Ability to fly 30 parabolas or more in one day with no susceptibility to motion sickness
• Ability to pass additional background checks for contracts requiring special clearance.

DETAILS:

• Contracted Position with a daily pay rate of $300/day.

HIRING PROCESS (1 TO 3) MONTHS:

1. Preliminary Google Meet Interview.
2. The Zero-G Experience Test Flight.
3. Theoretical Virtual Coach Training.
4. In-Person Coach Training - 2 Flight Minimum_._

Zero Gravity Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Zero Gravity Corporation is governed on the basis of 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.