Space Surveillance Engineer II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +30 more states.

📋 Description

• Carry out all responsibilities associated with the position in accordance with Slingshot’s core values, mission, and purpose.

• Conduct system-level design, simulation, and integration of hardware components to develop state-of-the-art space surveillance systems.

• Create algorithms and software aimed at automating and enhancing the tasking, collection, processing, exploitation, and dissemination of sensor data.

• Assist in the ongoing and future transitions of Slingshot’s products and services to the Slingshot Global Sensor Network (SGSN), space operations centers, and various technology testbeds.

• Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes for their critical mission needs.

• Offer your expertise and innovative ideas to contribute to the development of our products and strategies.

• Generate technical reports and briefing materials.

• Represent your team and Slingshot to a wider audience through presentations to customers and stakeholders.

• Act as a technical expert and key contributor to the development of Slingshot’s space surveillance technology.

• Lead the successful delivery of individual projects, small team initiatives, and product development activities.

• Perform additional duties as assigned (which will comprise less than 10% of the responsibilities listed above).

• Must be a U.S. citizen eligible for government clearances.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, which may include a record of academic excellence along with relevant internship experience.

• Proficiency in developing applications using Python and/or C++.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to effectively convey complex details about advanced technology to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Willingness to travel up to 5% of the time within and outside the United States to support customer engagements, technical exchanges, or sensor installations.

• A determined drive to tackle challenges and deliver high-quality solutions.

• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Retirement plans with company matching contributions.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work hours and remote work options.