Senior Orbital Systems Engineer — Space Domain Expert

Sierra Space; Colorado; On-site; USD 143,700 - 197,608; 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 is looking for a skilled Orbital Analyst in Colorado. This role involves monitoring the position and velocity of objects in orbit, using mathematical models to calculate orbital parameters, and designing optimal trajectories for spacecraft. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Systems Engineering, programming skills, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Compensation ranges from $143,700 to $197,608, with a benefits package including medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of related experience preferred.
• Active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor positions and velocities of objects in orbit.
• Calculate orbital parameters using mathematical models.
• Design trajectories for spacecraft launches and reentries.

Skills

Systems Engineering principles

Communication skills

Mathematical modeling

Proactivity

Programming (C, C++, Python)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

RPOD Software

C2 and TT&C Software

Cloudera

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Job description

Sierra Space is looking for a skilled Orbital Analyst in Colorado. This role involves monitoring the position and velocity of objects in orbit, using mathematical models to calculate orbital parameters, and designing optimal trajectories for spacecraft. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Systems Engineering, programming skills, and the ability to obtain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Compensation ranges from $143,700 to $197,608, with a benefits package including medical and 401(k) matching.