Orbit Analyst, Space

About the role

An operations and analysis role focused on curating satellite tracking data and keeping a space object catalog accurate and complete. The analyst also configures edge computing environments and supports observatory operations.

What you will do

• Maintain the accuracy, completeness and integrity of a space object catalog
• Configure edge compute capabilities on Windows and Linux systems
• Analyze satellite tracking data and support observatory operations
• Ensure derived products meet established customer standards
• Work as a contributor on a team that operates around the clock

What they look for

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, mathematics, physics or a related field
• Ability to grasp complex systems and detailed requirements quickly
• Able to solve difficult technical problems with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including documentation and training materials
• Comfortable in a monitoring and operations setting
• Eligible to obtain and hold an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice to have

• Experience with orbital mechanics and satellite orbit regimes
• Familiarity with space domain awareness, object catalogs or conjunction and maneuver analysis
• Exposure to telescope or other observation data
• Three or more years using languages such as Java, Python, C++, Rust, Go or JavaScript

Pay

USD 86,000 to 114,000 per year