AI/ML Engineer - Space Surveillance & Satellite Operations

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc. seeks an AI/ML Engineer in Chantilly, VA to support space programs. The role focuses on developing ML algorithms for satellite recognition, tracking, and sensor network scheduling, with collaboration across astrodynamics, sensors, AI/ML, and HPC teams.

The candidate will analyze operational data, run trade studies, and present technical briefings, with on-site core hours from 10am to 3pm and eligibility for TS/SCI + Poly clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Math, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience supporting spacecraft operations, systems integration, mission operations, satellite systems, or related aerospace programs.
• Experience supporting operational environments involving spacecraft systems, ground systems, and mission planning systems.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing operational data and developing metrics, dashboards, or performance reporting tools.
• Use programming languages such as Python, C++, or others to leverage existing analysis tools and develop new ones.
• Conduct independent trade studies and technical assessments.
• Review and validate algorithms and results provided by external teams.
• Develop and optionally present actionable technical briefings.
• Flexible schedule: On-site core collaboration hours from 10am to 3pm.
• Ability to report to designated work location in Chantilly, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer.

Responsibilities

• Support AI/ML initiatives for space programs from Chantilly, VA.
• Develop ML algorithms for satellite recognition and tracking.
• Coordinate with satellite designers and ops planners.
• Work with experts in astrodynamics, sensors, AI/ML, and HPC environments.
• Produce actionable technical briefings and reports.

Skills

Python

C++

Data analysis

Metrics dashboards

Technical briefing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Math, or related field

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Applied Math, or related field

Tools

Python

High Performance Computing

Job description

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc. seeks an AI/ML Engineer in Chantilly, VA to support space programs. The role focuses on developing ML algorithms for satellite recognition, tracking, and sensor network scheduling, with collaboration across astrodynamics, sensors, AI/ML, and HPC teams.

The candidate will analyze operational data, run trade studies, and present technical briefings, with on-site core hours from 10am to 3pm and eligibility for TS/SCI + Poly clearance.