Orbital Analyst & Mission Operations Engineer

Sierra Space; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 119,064 - 163,713; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Space in Centennial, Colorado, seeks an Orbital Analyst to join their space operations team. The ideal candidate will analyze spacecraft trajectories, monitor Earth orbit objects, and ensure mission success through effective collaboration.

The position demands a strong background in systems engineering, a bachelor's degree, and an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. A competitive compensation package, including healthcare and retirement plans, is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of systems architecture and systems integration.
• Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor position and velocity of objects in orbit.
• Analyze spacecraft trajectories and support mission planning.
• Develop and use tools for precise orbit determination.

Skills

Systems Engineering principles

Requirements management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Astrodynamics libraries

Python

C++

Job description

Sierra Space in Centennial, Colorado, seeks an Orbital Analyst to join their space operations team. The ideal candidate will analyze spacecraft trajectories, monitor Earth orbit objects, and ensure mission success through effective collaboration.

The position demands a strong background in systems engineering, a bachelor's degree, and an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. A competitive compensation package, including healthcare and retirement plans, is offered.