Conjunction Assessment Analyst

omitron; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

HSA or FSA accounts

401k with company match

Professional Development Reimbursement

Paid Federal Holidays

Paid Vacation Leave and Sick Leave

Job summary

Omitron is seeking a Conjunction Assessment Analyst to join NASA’s CARA team in a hybrid role, with on-site support at our Colorado Springs office. You will perform advanced analyses, contribute to operational workflows, and communicate findings to leadership, collaborating across engineering, operations, and industry partners.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in a technical field with 4–6 years’ experience, strong skills in orbital mechanics, statistics, and numerical tools like MATLAB or Python,

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a technical field is required.
• 4–6 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with MATLAB or Python.
• Strong presentation and technical communication skills.
• US Citizenship required; security clearance not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced conjunction assessment analyses in support of NASA mission risk mitigation efforts.
• Conduct research in orbit determination, orbital mechanics, covariance analysis, collision avoidance, statistics, or related disciplines.
• Apply mathematical and statistical techniques to analyze spaceflight safety and risk scenarios.
• Develop and implement new analytical concepts into operational workflows.
• Collaborate with engineers, operators, and industry partners to anticipate future conjunction assessment needs.
• Publish research findings and contribute to technical papers, presentations, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Deliver clear and professional technical briefings to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

orbit determination

orbital mechanics

covariance analysis

collision avoidance

statistics

applied mathematics

applied physics

presentation skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Astrodynamics/Mathematics/Physics

Master’s or PhD in Astrodynamics/Mathematics/Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Omitron is seeking a Conjunction Assessment Analyst to support NASA’s Conjunction Assessment and Risk Analysis (CARA) team in a hybrid capacity, with on-site support at our Colorado Springs, Colorado office. The CARA analyst team collaborates across engineering, operations, and industry partners to advance conjunction assessment methodologies in support of NASA’s risk mitigation mission. The selected candidate will perform advanced technical research, contribute to the operational implementation of new concepts, and support the prediction and anticipation of future conjunction assessment needs. This role blends applied research, operational integration, and technical leadership within a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced conjunction assessment analyses in support of NASA mission risk mitigation efforts
• Conduct research in orbit determination, orbital mechanics, covariance analysis, collision avoidance, statistics, or related disciplines
• Apply mathematical and statistical techniques to analyze spaceflight safety and risk scenarios
• Develop and implement new analytical concepts into operational workflows
• Collaborate with engineers, operators, and industry partners to anticipate future conjunction assessment needs
• Publish research findings and contribute to technical papers, presentations, and knowledge-sharing initiatives
• Deliver clear and professional technical briefings to stakeholders and leadership

Minimum Requirements:

• US Citizenship required
• Security Clearance: None required
• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Astrodynamics, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline
• Experience:
  • 4-6 years of relevant professional experience
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas: orbit determination, orbital mechanics, covariance analysis, collision avoidance, statistics, applied mathematics, applied physics, or related technical field
  • Experience with mathematical computing tools such as MATLAB or Python
  • Strong presentation and technical communication skills
• Certifications: None required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education: Master’s or PhD in Astrodynamics, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical field
• Experience:
  • Previously published research related to conjunction assessment or related disciplines
  • Strong research and analytical methodology development experience
  • Certifications: None required

  Compensation and Benefits:

  The salary range for this role is $100,000 to $125,000, depending on relevant experience, location, and other factors.

  • 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

  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.

  At Omitron, we believe that a workplace that fosters innovation and collaboration will be a successful one. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

  Per Title VII, our hiring decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and experience, in accordance with our commitment to equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination policies. We welcome all individuals who share our passion for excellence and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. We also support a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our workplace initiatives are open to all and designed to create a culture of belonging for everyone.

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