Orbital Analyst with Security Clearance

Job Summary

Seeking a full-time Orbital Analyst with Security Clearance to monitor and analyze the position and velocity of objects in Earth orbit, predict close approaches, and design optimal spacecraft trajectories while collaborating with mission teams in a remote environment.

Key responsibilities

• Continuously monitor and calculate orbital parameters for artificial objects in space, including collision avoidance analysis
• Develop and utilize specialized software tools for precise orbit determination and trajectory optimization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support mission planning and ensure system integration and verification activities

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
• Typically 5+ years of related experience or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience
• Emerging expertise in Systems Engineering principles and the systems development lifecycle
• Knowledge of requirements management, systems architecture, and integration principles
• An active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required