Jobs at Observable Space

Develop and debug embedded Linux systems, low-level firmware, drivers, bootloaders, and control loops for robotic telescopes and space computing platforms. Bring up cameras, sensors, and communication peripherals; perform hardware debugging, soldering, wiring, prototype assembly, and test-rig setup. Conduct component characterization and longevity testing, analyze results, and participate in design and code reviews while collaborating with electrical and mechanical engineering teams.

Lead full-cycle technical recruiting for Engineering and business roles in a fast-growing space technology company. Partner with hiring managers on sourcing, assessment, interviewing, candidate engagement, and closing strategies. Build passive talent networks, conduct in-depth interviews, manage stakeholder expectations, use recruiting technology, and improve scalable hiring processes. Participate in recruiting initiatives and special projects while delivering a strong candidate experience.

Coordinate domestic and international inbound and outbound shipments from planning through delivery. Prepare shipping and customs documentation, track shipments, resolve delays and damages, maintain logistics records, and collaborate with suppliers, carriers, customers, manufacturing, sourcing, sales, and field teams. Support freight-cost review and improve scalable logistics processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Coordinate contract administration from receipt through execution, including document preparation, routing, signature tracking, renewals, and records maintenance. Maintain operational trackers and documentation, prepare materials for leadership, follow up on action items, coordinate vendor onboarding and compliance requirements, and support process improvement across Operations, Finance, and other teams.

Develops advanced computer vision and image-processing algorithms for space situational awareness and astronomy applications. Responsibilities include researching SDA/SSA and photometry techniques, training and customizing machine-learning models, managing image-processing pipelines from sensor readout through cloud publication, generating simulated data, validating algorithms, and leading multidisciplinary research projects. The role also requires communicating technical findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Lead the accounting function for a growing space technology company. Own monthly and quarterly close, consolidation, US GAAP financial reporting, audits, tax compliance, ERP implementation, internal controls, and scalable accounting processes. Build and mentor the accounting team while partnering with FP&A, operations, program management, and leadership. The role also drives cost accounting, payroll automation, travel and expense systems, and government-contracting accounting initiatives.

The Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer will design, integrate, and validate precision opto-mechanical systems for space and ground applications, focusing on photonic performance and collaboration across engineering disciplines.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will manage procurement operations, develop sourcing strategies, negotiate supplier agreements, and collaborate across teams to optimize the supply chain.

The Optical Precision Manufacturing Manager will lead the optics production team, drive performance, establish processes, and ensure quality in high-precision manufacturing.

Design and maintain embedded Linux systems for ground and space telescopes, focusing on reliability, debugging, and collaboration with engineering teams.

The Electrical Engineer in Photonics will design and validate photonic systems for space applications, integrating electronics with optics to develop high-performance instruments.

Lead the electrical engineering department, overseeing system design, development, testing, and team management across high-performance hardware for observatory systems.

Design, develop, and maintain reliable flight software for spacecraft and telescope platforms. Responsibilities include command and data handling, hardware interfaces, communication protocols, fault detection and recovery, hardware bring-up, integration, debugging, simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and system validation. The role collaborates with multidisciplinary engineering teams and contributes to design reviews and technical documentation.

Lead domestic and international consumer sales for ground-based optical products. Develop and execute sales strategy, grow reseller partnerships, manage and improve e-commerce, identify new market opportunities, and collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, marketing, and production to align product roadmaps and accelerate revenue growth.

Lead design and development of electrical systems for laser communications: analog/mixed-signal circuitry, signal conditioning, timing/clocking, DSP support, lab characterization, prototype-to-flight transitions, and cross-disciplinary optimization for high-bandwidth optical links.

Build and maintain operational metrics, dashboards, forecasting and capacity planning; drive continuous improvement; evaluate capital investments; shape operations systems roadmap (ERP/MRP); partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Sales, Finance, and Engineering to align planning and execution. Regular travel to Detroit facility.

The Full Stack Software Engineer will design and maintain backend microservices, frontend applications, and C++ edge processing systems, ensuring scalability and reliability.

The Staff Software Engineer will lead technical roadmaps, develop backend and frontend applications, and ensure system scalability and reliability while mentoring other engineers.

Lead and scale the mechanical engineering team while contributing technically to design, prototyping, analysis, testing, manufacturing readiness, and supplier selection for precision optomechanical systems. Establish processes, run design reviews, mentor engineers, and balance technical quality with schedule and business priorities.

Design and optimize precision mechanical and optomechanical systems for telescopes; create detailed 3D CAD models, drawings, and BOMs; run FEA for stress, thermal, and vibration; collaborate with optics, electrical, and software teams; support prototyping, fabrication, QC, assembly, testing, and production; participate in design reviews and documentation.