We are continuously seeking highly skilled and qualified Orbital Analysts to join our team in support of a technical and operational services contract. This position offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of space traffic management and contribute to the safety and stability of the space operating environment. These positions are generally located at Vandenberg SFB, CA; Colorado Springs, CO; Dahlgren, VA; and Chantilly, VA.
As an Orbital Analyst, you will play a critical role in conducting operations activities, space traffic coordination, and ensuring the smooth execution of mission operations. This role requires technical expertise, operational excellence, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, including commercial operators and government entities.
This is an ongoing opportunity to work in a dynamic and ever-evolving field that directly impacts the future of space safety and operations. If you are passionate about space, have a deep understanding of orbital mechanics, and want to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply. We are always looking for top talent to join our mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze space traffic products and computational processes.
- Respond to operational issues related to space traffic coordination and troubleshoot technical issues within the operations center.
- Develop and maintain procedures, operational displays, and other job aids to meet operational needs and resolve technical challenges.
- Coordinate actions with commercial space operators and other stakeholders to ensure the continued provision of space safety services.
- Support the development and execution of training materials and activities to onboard government and commercial team members.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and mission-critical requirements throughout all operational processes.
Minimum Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics/Astronomy, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience in satellite operations and orbital analysis.
- Technical Skills: Experience with software systems, development environments, or programming languages like Python and Linux.
- Experience conducting collision avoidance (CA) for mega-constellations and understanding Space Situational Awareness (SSA) data and services.
- Proficiency in operational procedures to ensure the effective provision of space safety data and services.
Company Overview:
Omitron is an Aerospace Engineering and Information Technology small business firm headquartered in Beltsville, Maryland with a field office located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Since 1984, Omitron has provided excellence in engineering services and product development to government and industry customers for both civilian and military aerospace programs.
Omitron recognizes that outstanding people are the key to our success. Our goal is to select highly qualified and motivated individuals and provide them with an environment necessary to stimulate and nurture engineering and business objectives. Omitron offers its employees competitive salaries, a full benefits package, and excellent career growth opportunities. We welcome talented professionals who wish to take advantage of the opportunities we offer.
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this role is $85,000 to $180,000, depending on relevant experience, location, and other factors.
Benefits include:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- HSA or FSA accounts
- Company paid ST/LT Disability and AD&D insurance
- Paid Federal Holidays
- Paid Vacation Leave and Sick Leave
- Parental Leave
- 401k with company match
- Supplemental Insurance options like AFLAC
- Professional Development Reimbursement
- Voluntary Life Insurance
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Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Active Secret security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, astronomy, computer science, or a related field
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in satellite operations and orbital analysis
- Experience with software systems, development environments, or programming languages such as Python and Linux
- Experience conducting collision avoidance for mega-constellations
- Understanding of Space Situational Awareness data and services
- Proficiency in operational procedures for providing space safety data and services
What We Do
Omitron, Inc. is an aerospace engineering, mission operations, and IT services firm headquartered in Beltsville, MD, specializing in spaceflight safety, satellite ground systems, and supporting civil, defense, and national space programs.
