On-Site Space Domain SDA Scientist (Applied Physics)

RiseMe; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Technology Inc. in Beverly, MA is seeking an experienced Applied Physical Scientist to join our Sensor and Data Services team. You will develop and deploy algorithms for space domain awareness, focusing on physics-based modeling, object detection, tracking, and characterization for space-based systems.

This on-site role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship. You will collaborate with scientists and software engineers in a cloud-native DevOps environment, using Python,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Astronomy, Physics, Applied Mathematics or closely related discipline.
• 6+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with telescopes and optical systems, including observation planning or mission design.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement algorithms for SDA applications, including object detection, tracking, and characterization in space environments.
• Analyze SDA-related datasets and simulations to improve space situational awareness and decision-making capabilities.
• Apply statistics, data modeling, and advanced mathematics to identify patterns and deliver solutions.
• Develop production-quality Python and Java/Spring Boot code with CI/CD, tests, and deployment.
• Collaborate with domain experts and software engineers to deliver deployable services.

Skills

Python

Java/Spring Boot

CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

MongoDB

Education

Master's degree in Astronomy, Physics, Applied Mathematics

Tools

STK

OD++

Jenkins

Job description

Frontier Technology Inc. in Beverly, MA is seeking an experienced Applied Physical Scientist to join our Sensor and Data Services team. You will develop and deploy algorithms for space domain awareness, focusing on physics-based modeling, object detection, tracking, and characterization for space-based systems.

This on-site role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship. You will collaborate with scientists and software engineers in a cloud-native DevOps environment, using Python,