Space Debris and Satellite Disposal Analyst

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a space systems analyst/engineer to contribute to analyses and software development for space object and debris environment projection, on-orbit breakup forensics, disposal, de-orbit and re-entry analysis, debris mitigation and remediation, space situational awareness, and space traffic management.

You will support real-time on-orbit breakup event evaluation and deorbit/reentry monitoring, collaborate with program office personnel and external customers, and develop timely,

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in a relevant field; conferred or in progress within the last 12 months.
• 0–1 years of professional postgraduate experience.
• Organizational skills, including self-management of multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships.
• Aptitude with astrodynamics and related mathematics.
• Skills in mathematical formulation and derivation.
• Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance.
• Transcripts required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to analyses and software development for space object management.
• Support on-orbit breakup analyses and debris mitigation projects.
• Perform deep dives, trade studies, and assessments in multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate with technical leaders and customers to address needs.
• Develop and present timely, technically accurate briefings and reports with results.
• Travel occasionally to support customer efforts.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

Astrodynamics

Mathematical Formulation

Technical Analysis

Software Development

Data Analysis

Education

Master's or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field

Tools

Computer Software Tools

Job description

• Contribute to projects involving technical analyses and software development for space object and debris environment projection, on-orbit breakup forensics, passive and controlled disposal, de-orbit and re-entry analysis, debris mitigation and remediation, space situational awareness, and space traffic management
• Support real-time on-orbit breakup event evaluation and deorbit/reentry monitoring and reporting
• Conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments independently and in multidisciplinary teams
• Collaborate with technical leaders, Aerospace Program Office personnel, and external customers to define and address customer needs
• Develop and present timely, technically accurate briefings and reports with analysis results and recommended solutions
• Travel occasionally as necessary to support customer efforts

Requirements

• Master's or PhD degree from an accredited college/university program in Aerospace engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline; pursuing or conferred within the last 12 months
• 0 to 1 years of professional postgraduate experience
• Organizational skills, including self-management of multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables
• Ability to take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships
• Aptitude with astrodynamics and related mathematics
• Skills in mathematical formulation and derivation
• Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
• Transcripts required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, and Mathematical Formulation, with the ability to conduct technical analyses and develop software tools for space object management. Capable of collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and presenting technical findings to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Aerospace Engineering
• Astrodynamics
• Mathematical Formulation
• Technical Analysis
• Software Development

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Astrodynamics
• Mathematical Formulation
• Technical Analysis
• Software Development
• Data Analysis

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Self-Management
• Collaboration
• Independent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

• U.S. Government-Issued Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

• Space Object Management
• Debris Mitigation
• Space Situational Awareness
• Space Traffic Management
• On-Orbit Breakup Forensics

Tools & Technologies

• Computer Software Tools