Staff Advanced Programs Lead - EO/IR Missions Strategy

Muon Space

United States

On-site

USD 187,000 - 223,000

Full time

14 days+
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Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Muon Space seeks a Staff Advanced Programs Lead - EO/IR to drive strategic capture efforts and develop new market opportunities through innovative mission formulations and advanced concepts. You will bridge technical and business development teams, engaging directly with customers to shape tomorrow’s missions in defense, intelligence, philanthropy, and commercial sectors.

The role requires a strong background in Earth remote sensing, infrared and multispectral phenomenologies, and a track record

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree or equivalent experience in a technical field related to Earth observation, remote sensing, or space systems.
  • Proven ability to translate customer needs into technical concepts and mission requirements.
  • Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams and managing complex mission formulation projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of mission formulation contracts and guide cross-functional teams to deliver mission concepts and supporting documentation.
  • Drive strategic capture campaigns for EO/IR and related space missions across government and commercial markets.
  • Oversee end-to-end programs from early engagement to design concepts and mission delivery.
  • Lead early-stage R&D activities as Principal Investigator when applicable.
  • Create technical proposals, white papers, and concept studies to showcase Muon’s differentiated offerings.

Skills

Remote Sensing
EO/IR
Mission Formulation
Customer Engagement
Proposal Writing

Education

B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Physics/Remote Sensing/Earth Science/CS/Engineering

Tools

Python
MATLAB
Julia

Job description

Muon Space seeks a Staff Advanced Programs Lead - EO/IR to drive strategic capture efforts and develop new market opportunities through innovative mission formulations and advanced concepts. You will bridge technical and business development teams, engaging directly with customers to shape tomorrow’s missions in defense, intelligence, philanthropy, and commercial sectors.

The role requires a strong background in Earth remote sensing, infrared and multispectral phenomenologies, and a track record

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