About Skyloom 

Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth’s first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations.

Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications.

Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID:  1448

The Role

To support Skyloom’s production of optical communication terminals, the Project Manager’s primary responsibilities will be to oversee all aspects of designated technical and production programs including budgeting, scheduling, resource management, and communications. You will work closely with multidisciplinary project teams across our organization to ensure timely completion of objectives and identify any potential obstacles. This position would report to the CTO – Santiago Tempone.

As a Project Manager, you will carry significant responsibility for coordinating other teammates’ efforts and the timely success or failure of specific projects. 

Responsibilities 

• Develop and manage project timelines and goals
• Prepare documentation for both customers and executive management
• Quick identification and reporting of deviations of project
• Coordination of teams working on project
• Able to communicate with both internal and external customers
• Support the implementation of hardware to support development of project, including disbursement of resources as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or project management
• Experience troubleshooting complex projects with many moving parts
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary and international environment
• Able to be responsive to real-time priority shifts in a fast-paced start-up environment
• Teamwork spirit

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish speaking a plus
• Experience translating user specification to requirements
• Aerospace and defense industry knowledge
• Interest in growing your skillset as part of our international team

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $123,792 - $152,000. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.   

**Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

About Skyloom 

Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth’s first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations.

Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications.

Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID:  1444

The Role

The AIT Mechanical Integration Technician plays a key role in Skyloom’s Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) operations. This position is responsible for the hands-on mechanical assembly of flight and non-flight hardware, including precision components, subassemblies, harnesses, and opto-mechanical structures.

Responsibilities 

• Assemble mechanical, electromechanical, and opto-mechanical components following work instructions.
• Identify and organize tools and components based on technical descriptions and BOMs.
• Perform precision inspections using metrology tools to meet aerospace-level specifications.
• Conduct mechanical and functional tests; troubleshoot and perform repairs when required.
• Document test outcomes, deviations, and failure analysis results.
• Collaborate with engineering to implement corrective actions and fixture updates.
• Maintain ESD and FOD controls and follow space-grade cleanliness standards.
• Report deviations in parts, tools, or workflows.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within AIT.
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical assembly, AIT, electronics, PCB assembly, or high-precision manufacturing.
• Familiarity with precision fasteners and metric hardware.
• Proficiency using basic math for measurements.
• Ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and drawings.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Ability to comply with safety, ESD, and PPE requirements.
• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, cleanroom, AIT, or precision assembly environments.
• Familiarity with space hardware or optical components.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems such as Odoo.
• Interest in skill development within a multidisciplinary and international team.

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $88,270- $110,000. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site. 

  **Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

About Skyloom 

Skyloom is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete—or if working on space lasers excites you—join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Location: This role will be on-site at our Broomfield, Colorado, office. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID:  1446

The Role

The System Integration & Test Engineer is responsible for executing subsystem- and system-level integration and test activities across a range of hardware and software complexities. This role ensures that individual components and fully integrated systems perform according to requirements through structured verification and validation processes.

This position requires a strong combination of hands-on testing capability, systems thinking, and software/scripting proficiency to support automated testing, data acquisition, and analysis. The engineer will work closely with electrical, mechanical, optical, and software teams to troubleshoot issues, validate performance, and improve system reliability.

Responsibilities 

•  Execute subsystem and system-level test campaigns (functional, performance, environmental, acceptance)
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures from requirements
• Support system integration across electrical, mechanical, optical, and software domains
• Troubleshoot integration and test anomalies
• Monitor and analyze test data in real time
• Develop and maintain test scripts and automation tools
• Support hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) systems
• Prepare and support TRR and TRB reviews
• Ensure documentation, traceability, and configuration control
• Improve test processes and infrastructure

Qualifications

• Experience with integration and testing of complex hardware systems
• Experience with oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, power supplies, DAQ systems
• Troubleshooting of analog, digital, and mixed-signal systems
• Strong scripting skills (Python, MATLAB or similar)
• Data acquisition and analysis experience
• Ability to read schematics and engineering drawings
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace or similar)
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

•  Experience with automated test frameworks
• Linux and embedded systems familiarity
• Requirements-to-test translation experience
• Aerospace or defense background
• Spanish language skills

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,00. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site.   

**Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

About Skyloom 

Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth’s first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations.

Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications.

Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID:  1516

The Role

At Skyloom, we’re building cutting-edge optical communication systems for space. We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer with a strong hands-on mindset to help test, debug, and validate electronic assemblies (PCBA and Card Circuit Assembly) across development and production.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working in the lab, solving real hardware problems, and collaborating across disciplines. Experience with complex electronic systems is key, deep aerospace or space background is a plus, but not required.

You’ll work closely with hardware, firmware, optical, manufacturing, and test teams to bring advanced electronic systems from prototypes to flight-ready production.

Responsibilities: 

Hardware Test & Debug

• Test and debug PCBAs and electronic subsystems, including multi-board systems.
• Perform functional and performance testing during development, qualification, and production.
• Support hardware bring-up and troubleshooting using lab instrumentation.

Validation & Production Support

• Verify electrical and functional requirements.
• Support design verification and production acceptance testing.
• Help identify root causes of failures and support corrective actions.
• Contribute to test procedures, acceptance criteria, and production documentation.

Interfaces & Signal Integrity

• Test and validate common communication interfaces (Ethernet, SPI, I²C, UART, etc.).
• Assist with debugging signal integrity issues in high-speed or mixed-signal designs (e.g., SERDES-based links, LVDS, etc.).

Collaboration

• Work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, optical, manufacturing and AIT teams.
• Support environmental testing activities (thermal, vibration, etc.) as needed.
• Collaborate with international partners to support system integration and testing.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3-6 years of relevant experience (flexible depending on skill set).
• Solid foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals (digital, analog, or mixed-signal).
• Hands-on experience testing or debugging electronic hardware.
• Comfort working in a lab environment using standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, logic analyzers, etc.).
• Experience with PCBAs, prototypes, or production hardware.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries.
• Exposure to optoelectronics, RF, or communication systems.
• Basic scripting or embedded programming (Python, C/C++ or similar languages).
• Interest in growing into more complex system-level testing or aerospace testing roles.
• Lab environment use, such as, power meter and optic spectrum analyzer. 
• Fluency in Spanish with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $115,000. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.   

**Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

About Skyloom 

Skyloom, an IonQ company, is a telecommunications company founded with the mission to develop, deploy, and operate one of the fundamental pieces of tomorrow's space communication infrastructure to provide data transport services on a planetary scale. If you have a strong sense of purpose, focus, urgency, and willingness to compete, or if working on space lasers excites you, join our team to develop the future generation of space communication technology.

Skyloom is building the orbital infrastructure for the next renaissance in global connectivity. As Earth’s first space-based telecommunications company, we deliver fiberless, planetary-scale data transport that dramatically increases bandwidth, availability, and resiliency—while reducing latency and total cost of operations.

Our proprietary optical technology enables secure, ultra-high-capacity connections across our end-to-end, multi-orbit network or within your own infrastructure, unlocking a new standard for global communications.

Location: This role will be onsite in our Broomfield, Colorado office. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID:  1434

The Role

We seek a Mechanical Engineer to manage the complete design of aerospace components and subsystems. You will collaborate with structural, thermal, and control engineers to develop hardware meeting performance, mass, and environmental standards. Your role includes translating concepts from sketches to CAD to space-qualified products within the Thermo-Mechanical Team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of components, enclosures, and assemblies for space applications.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings with appropriate GD&T, using CAD software.
• Improve drive design for weight, stiffness, manufacturability, and ease of integration.
• Collaborate with other disciplines—mainly thermal, structural analysis, control, electronic, and optics subsystems—to ensure system-level requirements are met.
• Support integration, manufacturing, and assembly, including interactions with suppliers and participating in design reviews.
• Procure mechanical parts from COTs or use manufactured components.
• Assist in prototype builds, fit checks, and environmental testing (vibration, TVAC, thermal cycling).
• Manage configuration control and documentation throughout the design lifecycle.
• Contribute to or participate in PDR/CDR reviews and technical trade studies.

Required Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• 3-6+ years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in aerospace or high-performance hardware.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD tools (NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent), working with complex assemblies.
• Strong understanding of materials, tolerancing, and manufacturing processes (CNC, sheet metal, composites, additive manufacturing).
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability principles and mechanical interfaces.
• Proficiency with GD&T standards, ISO or ASME
• Basic understanding of thermal and structural considerations in space hardware.
• Experience collaborating with various disciplines.
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Skyloom employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing space mechanisms (deployment systems, actuators, or hinges).
• Hands-on experience with testing, integration, or cleanroom assembly.
• Competence in FEM for structural analysis and a solid understanding of static and dynamic analysis.
• Knowledge of ECSS/NASA standards for mechanical design and verification.
• Basic scripting (Python, MATLAB) for data processing.
• Familiarity with PLM and ERP tools
• Spanish proficiency

The approximate base salary range for this position is $110,088 - $122,321. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, equity, and a range of benefit options found on our career site.   

**Benefits will be provided by Skyloom, Inc., an IonQ Company, and will differ from the benefits listed on the IonQ website.**

Location: This role is based at our Louisville, CO office with the option to work a few days a week remotely. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID: 1570

The Role

Capella is looking for an energetic Senior Electrical Engineer Manager who will be responsible for leading and managing a team of electrical engineers who design, develop, and test electrical systems and components. This role involves supporting project execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving innovation of our electrical systems within our satellite.

This role will sit within the Spacecraft Engineering team at Capella Space. This team contains a variety of engineering disciplines that design and develop the satellite and payload systems.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of electrical engineers, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback of a distributed team across two offices.
• Assign people to tasks and manage workloads to ensure timely project completion.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Project Oversight:

• Oversee the design, development, and testing of electrical systems and components for our application.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Support systems engineering requirements.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical expertise and guidance on electrical design, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in electrical engineering practices and processes.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, including safety, reliability, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and enforce quality assurance procedures to maintain high standards in all engineering activities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master’s degree or higher is preferred.
• Experience: 
• Minimum of 12 years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex board designs and systems in a hardware R&D lab environment, with 4 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Proven experience in aerospace systems, or similar high reliability industry, and components is highly desirable.
• Skills: 
• Understanding of hardware evaluation methodologies, including development of test cases/suites, performance analysis, test automation, and data analysis 
• Extensive experience with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, thermal chambers, and other test equipment 
• Experience with I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB, etc. 
• Experience designing modern analog and digital electronics 
• Experience in PCB schematic capture & layout
• Experience with Altium designer tools or other similar electronic CAD tools 
• Experience designing high reliability systems 
• Knowledge of the PCBA fabrication and assembly process 
• Familiarity with PLM tools and strong revision control practices 
• Excellent design and manufacturing documentation skills with attention to detail 
• Ability to work autonomously by determining and evaluating different courses of action independently 
• Strong technical communication skills to be used in a highly collaborative environment

Required Qualification

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $192k - $220k DOE. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site. 

Location: This role is based at our Louisville, CO office with the option to work a few days a week remotely. 
Travel: Up to 5%
Job ID: 1569

The Role

As the Senior Manager of Flight Software at Capella, you will lead the team responsible for developing and maintaining the software that runs Capella’s satellite fleet in space. You will oversee the full flight software organization, supporting mission-critical development and on-orbit operations across multiple programs. In this role, you will set the technical direction and execution strategy for flight software, while building and scaling a high-performing engineering team. You’ll partner closely with electrical, FPGA, systems, and ground software teams to deliver robust and reliable spacecraft software. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of Capella’s flight software architecture, drive engineering excellence, and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality software across the fleet.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the flight software engineering team, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development.
• Own the overall technical direction, architecture, and execution strategy for flight software across programs.
• Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality, mission-critical software for on-orbit and pre-launch systems.
• Drive and uphold engineering best practices, including code reviews, automated testing, documentation, and design reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align software development with system-level requirements and mission goals.
• Oversee software planning, roadmap development, and prioritization across multiple efforts.
• Support and guide architectural decisions, trade studies, and long-term technical investments.
• Maintain strong visibility into program execution, proactively identifying risks and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.
• Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Contribute to strategic planning and organizational growth as Capella scales.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with 2+ years managing or leading engineering teams (embedded or aerospace preferred).
• Strong background in real-time embedded systems, including bare-metal, RTOS, and Linux environments.
• Proficiency in C and C++ (C++ experience highly preferred); experience with scripting languages such as Python or shell scripting.
• Experience defining system architecture and technical strategy.
• Familiarity with embedded Linux, Linux kernel modules, and development tools.
• Experience with microcontrollers and SoCs (e.g., Xilinx Zynq) and hardware/software integration.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams and drive execution.
• Working knowledge of modern software development practices including Git, CI/CD, and automated testing.

Required Qualification

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $192,979 - $252,659. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site. 

Location: This role is based at our Louisville, CO office with the option to work a few days a week remotely. 
Travel: Up to 5%, occasional travel to IonQ locations as required. 
Job ID: 1568

The Role

The Senior People Business Partner (Sr. PBP) serves as the primary HR leader for IonQ’s Space Technology Division, acting as a trusted advisor and right hand to the Divisional Head of HR. This role is responsible for delivering the full spectrum of human resources support, combining strategic partnership with hands-on execution in a fast-scaling, highly technical environment. The Sr. PBP plays a critical role in shaping organizational design, driving talent outcomes, and ensuring operational excellence across the division.

Responsibilities 

Strategic Partnership & Leadership

• Serve as a senior advisor to division leadership on organizational strategy, workforce planning, and talent priorities. 
• Partner closely with the Divisional Head of HR to translate enterprise HR strategy into division-specific execution plans. 
• Act as a thought partner on business transformation, growth initiatives, and scaling challenges within a deep-tech environment. 
• Provide coaching and guidance to senior leaders on leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, and performance management.  

Organizational Design & Workforce Planning

• Lead organizational design efforts, including structure, spans/layers, and role clarity aligned to business objectives. 
• Drive headcount planning, workforce modeling, and scenario planning in partnership with finance and leadership.
• Support integration efforts related to acquisitions, new programs, or expansion initiatives.  

Talent Management & Development 

• Own and execute talent management processes including performance management, succession planning, and leadership development. 
• Identify high-potential talent and partner on development strategies to build leadership bench strength. 
• Guide leaders through complex employee relations matters with sound judgment and risk mitigation.  

HR Operations & Execution

• Ensure consistent and compliant execution of core HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, promotions, and internal mobility. 
• Partner with Centers of Excellence (COEs) across Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, and Learning & Development to deliver integrated solutions. 
• Maintain strong knowledge of federal, state (Colorado), and local employment laws and ensure adherence across practices.  

Culture & Employee Experience  

• Champion a high-performance, mission-driven culture aligned with IonQ’s values and the unique demands of the space technology sector. 
• Monitor employee engagement and drive targeted actions to improve retention and organizational health. 
• Act as a visible and trusted HR presence across the division.  

Data & Insights 

• Leverage people analytics to inform decision-making, identify trends, and proactively address risks.
• Develop and present insights on workforce metrics, organizational health, and talent outcomes to senior leadership.  

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant time supporting technical or engineering organizations. 
• Demonstrated success as a senior HR business partner in high-growth, complex, or innovation-driven environments (e.g., aerospace, deep tech, SaaS, or advanced manufacturing).
• Strong expertise across core HR disciplines including organizational design, talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning. 
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and operate as a trusted advisor in ambiguous and evolving environments. 
• Experience supporting geographically distributed teams and scaling organizations. 
• Working knowledge of Colorado employment law and broader U.S. HR compliance requirements. 
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP) preferred. 

Leadership & Functional Competencies

• Strategic agility and business acumen 
• Executive presence and influencing capability 
• Sound judgment and discretion in sensitive matters 
• Data-driven decision-making 
• Operational rigor with a hands-on mindset
• Ability to balance long-term strategy with immediate execution  

Work Environment

• Based in the Denver metro area with regular in-person engagement with division leadership and teams. 
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility aligned to business needs. 
• Occasional travel to other IonQ locations as required.  

Compensation 

The approximate base salary range for this position is $128,445 - $167,497. The total compensation package includes base salary, bonus, equity, and a range of benefits available on our career site. 

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Air & Missile Defense Radar team develops cutting-edge tracking algorithms and software systems that detect, track, and characterize airborne threats in real-time. We're building the next generation of tracking intelligence capabilities—automated analysis systems that understand tracking performance, identify failure modes, and continuously improve our algorithms through data-driven insights.

This role sits at the intersection of ML engineering and tracking domain expertise. You'll build end-to-end pipelines that ingest tracking algorithm telemetry, analyze correlation failures and performance anomalies, train models to automate root cause analysis, and deploy production tools that help engineers ask questions like "why didn't track X and track Y associate?" We don't just track targets; we track our tracking systems and make them smarter.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own tracking intelligence infrastructure end-to-end: Build the platform for ingesting tracking algorithm telemetry (hypotheses, scores, gains, association decisions), feature engineering performance metrics, training analysis models, and deploying them into production
• Automate tracking analysis: Develop ML models that identify correlation failures, track quality degradation, and root causes for tracking anomalies—replacing manual deep-dive investigations with scalable automated insights
• Build autotuning capabilities: Create systems that recognize incoming data characteristics and automatically adjust tracking algorithm parameters, frame rates, and model configurations for optimal performance
• Design human-in-the-loop tools: Build interfaces and query services that let engineers ask natural questions about tracking behavior and get data-driven answers backed by your models
• Exploit tracking telemetry: Instrument C++ tracking algorithms with appropriate logging (working with platform engineers), then marshal that data into consistent formats for analysis and model training
• Deploy in constrained environments: Package and deploy models for air-gapped systems with no external connectivity, following security scanning requirements where ML models are treated as data artifacts
• Manage the ML lifecycle: Handle data catalogs, ground truth labeling, model registries, versioning, and validation—ensuring models improve tracking performance in measurable ways
• Bridge domains: Translate between tracking algorithm fundamentals (Kalman filters, data association, multi-hypothesis tracking) and ML/data science techniques to build solutions that actually work
• Drive make/build decisions: Evaluate when to build custom models vs. leverage existing ML capabilities, selecting appropriate algorithm architectures for tracking intelligence problems
• Work hands-on-keyboard: This is a one-person show initially—you'll architect, code, deploy, and iterate rapidly using modern Python-based ML tooling

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience with a strong mix of ML engineering and data science—you've built models AND deployed them into production systems
• Proficiency in Python and modern ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn)
• Experience with MLOps practices: data pipelines, feature engineering, model versioning, experiment tracking, and deployment workflows
• Familiarity with ML infrastructure tooling (MLflow, Dagster/Airflow, or similar orchestration tools)
• Understanding of tracking, estimation, or filtering algorithms (Kalman filters, data association techniques)—you need to understand what tracking algorithms output and why they make the decisions they do
• Ability to work with streaming time-series data and engineer features from algorithm telemetry
• Experience building data catalogs, managing ground truth labels, and validating model performance
• Strong software engineering fundamentals—you can build maintainable, production-quality code independently
• Comfortable working in C++ environments enough to add instrumentation/logging (no deep algorithm development required)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience deploying ML models in edge, embedded, or air-gapped environments with security constraints
• Background in defense, aerospace, or sensor systems
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for model serving and deployment
• Experience with anomaly detection, root cause analysis, or automated diagnostics systems
• Knowledge of AutoML, hyperparameter tuning, or online learning techniques
• Understanding of radar systems, sensor fusion, or signal processing
• Experience building conversational or query interfaces for technical systems
• Familiarity with model registries and model-as-data artifact management
• Experience with distributed data processing (Spark, Dask) for large-scale telemetry analysis
• Formal coursework or training in MLOps, data science, or estimation theory
• Active U.S. Top Secret SCI clearance

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

Job Summary: 

The Project Engineer VI serves as a senior technical authority and strategic integrator for high-complexity defense and aerospace programs. The individual provides technical direction and programmatic oversight across engineering disciplines, ensuring alignment of design, performance, and risk with mission and contractual requirements. The Level VI engineer represents engineering leadership at the enterprise level, contributing to organizational strategy, process improvement, and technology development initiatives.

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as chief project engineer or senior technical lead for large, multi-phase, or multi-contract defense and aerospace programs
• Define and guide system architecture, integration, and verification strategies aligned with customer and mission objectives
• Oversee engineering execution across multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and major subcontractors, ensuring technical, cost, and schedule compliance
• Lead technical baseline definition, configuration management, and system integration planning
• Chair or provide executive-level support for major design and integration reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) and ensure readiness and compliance with technical performance metrics
• Serve as the primary engineering interface to executive management and DoD customers, supporting technical interchange meetings and milestone reviews
• Manage and approve Statements of Work (SOWs), subcontractor technical deliverables, and major supplier design inputs
• Develop and implement advanced risk and opportunity management frameworks across enterprise-level programs
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical oversight to project engineers and functional leads
• Support proposal development, cost estimation, and new business capture activities
• Guide and enforce adherence to systems engineering standards, model-based engineering practices, and configuration control
• Drive organizational engineering process improvements, knowledge management, and best practices

Required Qualifications: 

• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale, multi-disciplinary engineering projects through the full lifecycle—from concept development through verification, qualification, and delivery
• Proven ability to develop and execute technical strategies aligned with business and program objectives
• Exceptional leadership, influencing, and mentoring abilities across engineering, program management, and customer teams
• Strong technical depth and judgment to guide architecture-level decisions and complex trade studies
• Proactive, strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset and commitment to technical excellence and mission success
• Advanced knowledge of DoD acquisition frameworks, contract structures, and customer interface management

Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in project engineering, systems engineering, or program-level technical leadership
• Proven experience managing large-scale DoD or MDA programs, including complex system integration and verification activities
• Demonstrated success as a Control Account Manager (CAM) and technical lead under EVMS-compliant contracts
• Deep understanding of DoD acquisition lifecycle (DoDI 5000 series) and MIL-STD systems engineering processes
• Experience overseeing major subcontractors, suppliers, and multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• Background in propulsion systems, flight vehicle integration, or complex electro-mechanical systems preferred
• Prior experience leading customer engagements, proposal efforts, and engineering process improvement initiatives

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical, electrical engineering, or related STEM field from an accredited college/university

Skills:

• Advanced technical and organizational leadership skills, with the ability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities
• Expertise in system integration, verification planning, and risk-based engineering approaches
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills—capable of engaging executive and customer audiences
• Proficient with engineering management and project planning tools (Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent)
• Skilled in data-driven decision making, technical trade analysis, and configuration control
• Strong interpersonal skills for guiding and motivating diverse, high-performing teams
• Experienced with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio

Others:

• Must be able to travel approximately 10% of the time to support program and customer needs
• Must be comfortable working in secure or classified environments, as required
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven development environment
• Ability to balance multiple priorities across concurrent workstreams
• Committed to mission success, technical integrity, and collaborative execution in a national defense environment

Please click “Apply” to submit your application. 

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence. 

Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.  

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. 

What You’ll Do

1. Understand spacecraft architecture and missions
2. Review current model and simulation capability
3. Identify any gaps in current simulation framework
4. Evaluate how simulation integrates with other teams within the company GSW, FSW, AI&T, MOPS, etc
5. Train as an operator to prepare for upcoming mission
6. Identify gaps from assessment and create the simulation architecture roadmap
7. Identify required models (Spacecraft subsystem, environment, GNC, etc)
8. Establish a framework that defines how hardware models, software models, and operational scenarios interact within the simulation environment
9. Establish how the digital twin gets integrated into a physics based “universe sim”
10. Establish a concrete validation strategy

 Mindset + skills: 

Mindset 

1. Systems level thinker understanding the crossroads of Physics, Software and Hardware
2. Ownership mindset serving as the technical authority across design and implementation
3. Ability to prioritize needs from multiple internal and external customers
4. Excels while operating in a fast-paced New Space environment
5. Strong desire to build and design something from the ground up
6. Someone willing to get dirty and produce code not just design
7. Passionate about creating a product that is used throughout the company 

Skills 

1. Strong understanding of orbital mechanics and astrodynamics
2. Experience modeling spacecraft dynamics, control systems, and environmental effects
3. Ability to design modular and extensible simulation architecture
4. Experience implementing physics-based simulations in Python and C++
5. Strong knowledge of numerical methods, time integration, and stability considerations
6. Experience building “universe-style” multi-body simulation environments
7. Ability to design simulations that support historical replay, real-time execution, and accelerated future-time scenarios
8. Experience with integrating simulations with GSW, FSW, AI&T, and HITL testing
9. Ability to design constellation level simulations
10. Experience designing event-driven or time-stepped simulation frameworks
11. Experience generating realistic synthetic telemetry 
12. Strong V&V practices  

 Your Ideal Background

Required

1. 10+ years of experience in modeling and simulation for complex aerospace missions
2. Deep understanding of physics engines or digital twins (subsystem/component models, dynamical systems, etc)
3. Experience developing for multiple internal stakeholders such as AI&T, GSW, MOPS, FSW, etc
4. BS in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or closely related STEM field
5. Deep knowledge in C++, Python, Basilisk (or similar Framework), Docker, K8, CI/CD 

Preferred 

1. Proven ownership of the design and architecture of a multi-model and simulation system
2. Understanding of distributed simulation frameworks
3. Strong foundation in multiple subsystems such as GNC, Flight Dynamics, EPS, Propulsion, etc
4. Nice to have experience simulating 6-DOF relative motion and ROPD missions 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $130,000 - $240,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

As a Senior Systems Operations Engineer at Spire, you will be responsible for ensuring that on-orbit mission operations meet and sustain technical and service-level objectives. You will serve as the technical link between the development and operations phases of the mission lifecycle, ensuring that the constellation behaves as expected and that any deviations are rapidly understood, assessed, and resolved with sound engineering judgment.  

This role is central to Spire’s strategy to deliver scalable, reliable, and technically assured services using model-based engineering and validated asset profiles. Your work will ensure that decisions affecting constellation performance are made with technical insight.  

Role Responsibilities:  

• Own the technical quality of mission operations during the on-orbit service period, ensuring Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are well defined, monitored, and maintained. 
• Assess and design strategies to address underperformance, providing detailed technical insight and coordinating resolution strategies in collaboration with Systems Engineering, Mission Design, and SRE. 
• Define and manage the high-level structure and performance requirements of asset profiles, ensuring they accurately represent mission needs and provide a clear basis for verification. Work with System Owners and SMEs to ensure subsystem capabilities are properly characterised, and with SREs to ensure ongoing validation of in-orbit performance. 
• Bridge the gap between Systems Engineering, Mission Design, Program Management, Customer Service, and SRE by providing technical leadership during the mission service period. Define the tooling and functional monitoring needs that enable the SRE team to maintain constellation health and respond effectively to deviations. 
• Support SRE, Platform, and Customer Service leads in triaging constellation or satellite issues that deviate from nominal asset profile definitions, ensuring escalation paths and responses are technically justified. 
• Act as a technical reviewer and contributor during Mission Readiness Review (MRR) and pre-launch handover, ensuring operational teams are equipped with validated, well-understood assets and clearly defined expectations for mission performance. 
• Identify operational risks and propose mitigations related to in-orbit performance, platform limitations, or evolving CONOPS. 
• Ensure technical consistency and justification for on-orbit changes such as mode transitions, re-tasking, or adjustments to duty cycles or resource allocations. Lead the rollout of complex fleet-wide changes when CONOPS are being updated, ensuring risks and dependencies are managed. 
• Collaborate across SRE, Platform, and Systems teams to codify lessons learned into reusable operational standards, documentation, and improved design practices for future missions. 
• Derive and maintain Operational Requirements by helping project teams translate mission and system-level requirements into operational-level non-functional requirements (SLOs, latency, freshness, availability), with verification methods and traceability. 
• Support configuration control during service, helping manage the versioned operational baseline (limits, parameters, tasking configurations) and working with SREs, System Owners, and Customer Service to prevent configuration drift across the fleet. 
• Support the definition and coverage of FDIR (Fault Detection, Isolation, and Recovery) logic, ensuring coverage against top failure modes and reducing residual operational risk over time. 

Basic Qualifications:  

• BSc in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant technical discipline. 
• 3+ years of experience in system performance monitoring, root cause analysis, and anomaly resolution. 
• Solid understanding of space system behaviour on orbit, including thermal dynamics, power management, RF communications, and tasking impacts. 
• Ability to translate system-level engineering context into clear operational guidance and tooling requirements. 
• Familiarity with SLA-driven architectures, system observability, and mission assurance principles. 
• Clear communication skills to align stakeholders across engineering, operations, and customer delivery. 
• Familiarity with software tools and frameworks used in operations, including strong Python, SQL skills and GitHub-based workflows. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience supporting operations of multi-satellite constellations. 
• Knowledge of asset profiling approaches and system models (including fault profiles, mode transitions, and performance boundaries). 
• Understanding of ground-segment tooling, SRE practices, or telemetry/telecommand systems. 
• Experience working with cross-functional, multi-time zone teams across engineering and operations. 
• Background in satellite mission design, including the transition from development to operations. _LI-MK1

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. _LI-MK1

Meet Slingshot 

At Slingshot Aerospace, we're on a mission to make space safer and more secure for everyone. Our work directly impacts global security, disaster response, climate monitoring, and the critical infrastructure that connects our world. We're a team of builders, thinkers, and problem-solvers who believe that the next generation of space operations will be powered by better data and smarter software. We move fast, we're not afraid to fail, and we believe the best ideas can come from anywhere—whether you're in engineering, sales, product, or operations. If you want to work on something that truly matters, with people who care deeply about the impact we're making and help shape the future of an industry that's just getting started, you're in the right place. 

What You’ll Be Launching 

As a member of Space Surveillance Research and Development (R&D) technical staff, you will support Slingshot’s efforts to accelerate the security, safety, and sustainability of space via the detection, tracking, identification, and characterization of satellites and space debris. This work will include a subset of (i) designing sensing systems for space surveillance applications; (ii) development of software/hardware interfaces for ground- and space-based gimbaled and non-gimbaled sensor systems, (iii) development of state-of-the-art detection, calibration, and mount control algorithms; (iv) modeling, simulation, and analysis of sensor network capabilities; and (v) development of robust software to process data from ground- and space-based SDA sensors. This role requires Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

We're building a team of sharp, creative people who love solving hard problems. We value curiosity over ego, initiative over waiting for permission, and people who genuinely care about doing great work. Bring your expertise, your fresh ideas, and your drive—we'll bring the rocket fuel. 

Your Mission (Should you choose to accept it)  

• Execute all position responsibilities in alignment with Slingshot’s core values, mission, and purpose 
• Develop algorithms and software to help automate and enhance sensor data tasking, collection, processing, exploitation, and dissemination
• Perform system-level design, simulation, and integration of hardware components to create cutting-edge space surveillance systems
• Support ongoing and future transitions of Slingshot’s products and services to the Slingshot Global Sensor Network (SGSN), space operations centers, and other technology testbeds
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes for their mission-critical needs
• Contribute your expertise and ideas to help shape our products and strategies
• Prepare technical reports and briefing materials
• Represent your team and Slingshot to a broader audience through presentations to customers and stakeholders
• Serve as a technical expert and key contributor to Slingshot’s space surveillance technology development
• Lead the successful execution of individual projects, small team projects, and/or product development activities
• Perform other duties as assigned (to be less than 10% of the responsibilities listed above) 
• Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required for this role. 

Pre-flight Checklist 

• Undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, or a related field 
• 4+ years of relevant experience, potentially accounting for a record of academic excellence with relevant internship experience
• Experience developing applications in Python, C++, and Docker
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to convey salient details about advanced technology in a compelling manner to both experts and non-experts alike
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with little to no day-to-day oversight
• Ability to work in a SCIF in Colorado Springs, CO for up to 20 hours per week (remainder will be remote work-from-home)
• Tenacious drive to overcome challenges and deliver solutions with excellence 

Bonus Cargo 

• Graduate level degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, or a related field 
• Significant experience developing and debugging applications in Python and/or C++ with deployment experience in a Linux operating environment
• Cislunar SSA experience
• Training or experience in fields such as orbital analysis, algorithm optimization, software/hardware interfacing, embedded/GPU development, astrodynamics, estimation theory, statistical analysis, remote sensing, radiometry, and machine learning
• Early-stage startup experience 

We're building a constellation here, not looking for identical satellites. Every member of the team brings different capabilities to the same mission. If your orbit intersects with ours and you're mission-ready, send it. 

Location: Hybrid Colorado Springs, CO Area (50% onsite in SCIF, 50% remote) 

Relocation: Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Salary: $127,500-$212,500

Classification: Full time Exempt (learned professional exemption) 

Overview

The Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and supporting business development and proposal activities. This role works cross-functionally with legal, finance, and proposal teams to manage risk, review terms, and maintain alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements, including U.S. Government contracting standards. 

What You’ll Do

Contract Administration & Compliance 

• Manage and monitor active contracts to ensure ongoing compliance with contractual terms and conditions
• Track deliverables, obligations, and key milestones across all active agreements
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks, ensuring adherence to company policies and applicable regulations
• Maintain organized contract records and documentation 

Contract Review & Negotiation 

• Review prospective contracts, subcontracts, and agreements for legal, financial, and operational risk
• Analyze and interpret FAR/DFAR clauses, identifying provisions that require negotiation, clarification, or escalation
• Provide recommendations on terms the company should push back on or closely monitor
• Support contract negotiations in collaboration with leadership and legal counsel 

Proposal & Business Development Support 

• Partner with proposal teams to review solicitation requirements and contract terms during the proposal phase
• Assist in developing and maintaining boilerplate contractual language
• Ensure alignment between proposed terms and company capabilities and risk posture
• Support compliance reviews for RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations 

Agreements & Legal Documentation 

• Draft, review, and manage Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and other standard agreements
• Ensure proper execution and tracking of all pre-contract and contract-related documents
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency and completeness 

 Your Ideal Background

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ Years of experience managing active contracts and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
• Demonstrated experience reviewing on government prospective contracts, including identifying and assessing FAR/DFAR clauses and related risks such as SBIR Phase I, Phase II, Phase III, OTA, and other vehicles.
• Ability to identify terms that require negotiation or escalation and provide actionable recommendations
• Experience supporting proposal teams, including contract review, compliance checks, and development of boilerplate language
• Familiarity with drafting and reviewing NDAs and other standard contractual agreements
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously 

Preferred 

• Experience with commercial B2B contracts for large enterprise services procurements 
• Experience in government contracting or aerospace/defense industry
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFAR)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $95,000 - $130,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Overview

Katalyst is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Director of Finance own the company’s full finance operating rhythm across monthly close, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, internal controls, and strategic finance support. 

This leader will be expected to operate as both a player and a builder: personally driving core accounting and finance processes in the near term while designing the systems, controls, and team structure needed to scale the business over time. The Director of Finance will serve as a key thought partner to leadership team, ensuring the company has accurate financials, strong operating discipline, and forward-looking financial visibility. 

This role is especially well suited for a finance leader who thrives in early-stage environments, can move fluidly between detail and strategy, and is excited to build a finance function that will support the company through its next phase of growth. 

Reporting Structure 

This role will report to the VP of Operations and work closely with department leaders across the company. 

What You’ll Do 

Build and lead the finance function

1. Establish the foundation of the finance organization
2. Design and implement scalable finance processes, controls, policies, and reporting cadences
3. Build the finance roadmap, including team design, systems architecture, and outsourcing strategy where appropriate
4. Hire, develop, and lead future finance team members across accounting, FP&A, and AP/AR as the company grows
5. Establish clear ownership, documentation, and standard operating procedures across all core finance activities 

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual finance operating cadence

1. Lead the monthly close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, prepaids, revenue recognition considerations, and financial statement preparation
2. Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
3. Maintain budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis across departments
4. Support quarterly reforecasts and annual planning processes
5. Prepare management reporting packages and support board-level reporting
6. Translate financial results into actionable insights, risks, and recommendations 

Lead accounting operations and controllership activities 

1. Own day-to-day accounting operations in a hands-on manner until team scale supports greater delegation
2. Oversee and improve accounts payable, procurement controls, accounts receivable, invoicing, and collections
3. Maintain balance sheet integrity through timely reconciliations
4. Ensure disciplined expense classification, cutoff, and period-end accruals
5. Develop and maintain internal controls appropriate for a scaling venture-backed business
6. Prepare the company for increasing audit, diligence, tax, and investor reporting 

Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic finance 

1. Develop monthly cash flow forecasts, including a rolling detailed cash forecast and long-term runway model
2. Partner with the leadership team on hiring plans, expense decisions, and resource allocation
3. Support pricing, vendor, customer, and investment decisions with financial analysis and scenario modeling
4. Support fundraising readiness by ensuring the company’s financial story, metrics, and supporting schedules are credible and consistent 

Cash management and working capital ownership 

1. Monitor daily and weekly cash position and ensure strong visibility into liquidity
2. Manage payment timing, collections, and cash conversion discipline to preserve runway
3. Build and maintain clear reporting on burn rate, runway, and key cash drivers
4. Identify risks and opportunities related to working capital, customer receivables, vendor obligations, and large spend commitments 

Systems, controls, and GAAP readiness 

1. Lead the migration from the company’s current accounting environment to a GAAP-compliant accounting system and finance infrastructure capable of supporting scale, investor expectations, and future audit requirements
2. Assess and improve the current accounting systems, close processes, chart of accounts, and reporting architecture
3. Implement systems and workflows that improve data integrity, auditability, and reporting efficiency
4. Establish accounting policies and procedures aligned with U.S. GAAP and the needs of a venture-backed business 

Compliance and government contracting support 

1. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to support tax, compliance, and regulatory requirements
2. Help ensure finance processes and records are maintained in a manner consistent with applicable government contracting expectations, including familiarity with DCAA/DCMA-related accounting environments, cost structures, and documentation disciplines 

What We're Looking For

1. You’re a hands-on builder with strong judgment for balancing accuracy and efficiency
2. You have meticulous attention to detail and enjoy producing financial and cost data that stands up to scrutiny
3. You like owning the numbers end-to-end and understand how they impact programs, contracts, and business decisions
4. You enjoy digging into cost structures and variances and turning them into clear, useful insights for leadership and program teams
5. You’re comfortable working in ambiguity and building frameworks, systems, and processes as the organization grows and matures
6. You enjoy working closely with engineering, operations, and program teams and helping finance enable execution 

Your Ideal Background

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of experience across accounting, controllership, or a related finance role
• Prior experience in public accounting at a major firm
• Strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, close processes, reconciliations, and internal controls
• Experience owning or materially contributing to budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and executive reporting
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a highly hands-on role with limited infrastructure and build processes from scratch
• Experience implementing, upgrading, or migrating accounting systems and improving finance tooling
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the practical application of GAAP in a scaling company environment
• Excellent modeling, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to synthesize detailed financial information into clear business recommendations 

Preferred 

• CPA preferred
• Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or another regulated hardware manufacturing industry
• Experience preparing a company for audit, due diligence, or institutional investor reporting
• Experience working in venture-funded companies, ideally in early-stage or high-growth environments
• Experience building and managing small, high-performing finance teams
• Familiarity with DCAA/DCMA accounting practices, government contract cost structures, documentation expectations, and compliance-oriented financial processes
• Proficiency in Excel 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $170,000 - $220,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

What You’ll Do 

1. Architect vision-based navigation systems for autonomous space missions
2. Define and evaluate algorithms for pose estimation, feature tracking, and sensor fusion
3. Build prototype CV pipelines for onboard and simulation environments
4. Lead integration of camera systems with GNC stack
5. Deliver a vision-based navigation architecture for SDA/RPOD missions
6. Develop and validate perception algorithms using synthetic and real datasets
7. Stand up simulation environments for camera modeling and scene generation
8. Drive integration and testing of navigation solutions within full system 

Your Ideal Background

Required 

1. Bachelor’s or higher degree in Aerospace, Robotics, Computer Vision, or related field
2. 5+ years experience in navigation, state estimation, or computer vision systems
3. Strong experience with computer vision techniques (e.g., SLAM, visual odometry, feature detection)
4. Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for algorithm development
5. Experience deploying algorithms to real-world or flight-like systems
6. Proven ability to lead technical projects from concept to deployment 

Desired 

1. Experience with space-based navigation (e.g., RPOD, planetary landing, SSA/SDA)
2. Familiarity with multi-sensor fusion (IMU, cameras, LiDAR, etc.)
3. Experience with OpenCV, ROS, or similar frameworks
4. Understanding of spacecraft dynamics and GNC systems
5. Experience with simulation tools and synthetic data generation
6. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $200,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness Radar team develops state-of-the-art radar systems, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking to hire a Systems Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Broomfield, CO. The Battlespace Awareness team develops tactical sense- and decision-making software that provides advanced capabilities for Anduril's command and control (C2) products. This software must work with various combinations of compute hardware, connected sensor/effector hardware, and supporting software services.  It must be effective, robust, and safe across various configurations, mission sets, and customer experiences. We need systems engineers who are capable of internalizing the nuances of these complex systems, and ensuring the technical success of an end-to-end solution. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Systems Engineer will support the design, development, and validation of advanced algorithmic capabilities including tracking, sensor/effector management, battlespace optimization, and threat forecasting.  This role bridges system design, requirements management, modeling and simulation (M&S), and verification & validation (V&V) activities.  You will integrate emerging capabilities into new products and system configurations.  You will lead requirements decomposition across cross-functional teams, defining success in the face of ambiguity. You will develop test plans, acceptance criteria, and analysis tools to evaluate system performance using both simulation and collected field data.   You will use data-driven analysis to verify customer requirements are met, and create artifacts to trace performance as the system evolves  You will own systems end-to-end, bringing an ability to identify and solve problems between the seams and push through to reach an ultimate desired outcome. 

• Lead the integration of emerging capabilities, bringing new products into the family of systems. This may include scoping and executing on a combination of hardware and software solutions, both internal and external to the company.
• Lead requirements decomposition across cross-functional teams, defining success in the face of ambiguity.
• Responsible for scoping ideal system laydown, scrutinizing system performance, and ensuring the deployed system is meeting customer requirements.
• Also responsible for making tradeoffs across capability, timelines, risk, cost, and other factors to deliver an outcome. 
• Own systems end to end with the ability to identify and solve problems between the seams and push through to reach an ultimate outcome.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-4 years of hardware and software systems engineering experience. Degree in Engineering, Physics, Robotics, Mathematics, or a related field. 
• Demonstrated use of model based systems engineering in program lifecycle. Experience with tools such as: JAMA, Cameo, Matlab, Simulink, AFSIM.
• Proficiency with programming languages such as Python for data parsing, modeling & simulation, data analysis, and visualization. 
• Skilled in Statistics, AI/ML, Requirements, Testing, MBSE.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the application of engineering standards into engineering processes or requirements.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to communicate complex technical findings clearly to developers, system leads, and customers.
• Comfortable working with ambiguity, evolving priorities, and challenging problems.
• Experience conducting system and software-level hazard analyses (e.g., Functional Hazard Analysis) to identify potential failures and define risk mitigation strategies.
• Familiarity with DoD System safety standards such as MIL-STD-882E
• Skilled in working software developers and QA teams to review software architecture, design, and code against safety principles and contribute to the maintenance of the system hazard log.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Up to 25% travel to customer sites.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with Linux OS.
• Familiarity with processes and constraints for real-time and safety-critical software.
• Working knowledge of C/C++ or Rust (coding full-time is not required but understanding is valuable)
• Understanding of the full software development lifecycle.
• Prior involvement in field exercises, test events, experimentation campaigns.
• Comfortable obtaining data from software platforms using command-line tools.
• Previous experience in a defense, aerospace, or naval environment.
• Experience with any of the following: radar, optics, tracking systems, distributed systems, autonomous systems, computer vision, wireless communication, software defined radios, networking. 

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness Radar team develops state-of-the-art radar systems, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The Radar team is seeking an experienced Staff RF Engineer to help us design, test, and deploy the next generation of US radars. The Radar team is responsible for all aspects of radar system development, from the ideation stage through initial production.  In this role, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary technical team to define radar architectures, design solutions, build prototypes, perform testing, and mature the prototypes into products. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Own the design and development of advanced phased arrays and RF electronics for military radar systems, ensuring cutting-edge performance and reliability.
• Lead testing, troubleshooting, and optimization efforts to ensure radar systems meet rigorous performance requirements across various operating environments.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and ensuring quality across the team’s deliverables.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define radar architectures, system concepts, and end-to-end product requirements.
• Conduct trade studies, RF simulations, and prototyping to drive innovation and ensure optimal system performance.
• Drive technical decision-making and contribute to programmatic strategy, ensuring alignment with company objectives and mission success.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to maintain Anduril’s technological edge.
• Support production ramp-up, including design for manufacturing (DFM), design for testability (DFT), and supplier engagement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience in developing RF electronics, phased arrays, antennas or related radar electronics
• Proficiency in RF design and analysis tools such as Ansys HFSS, Keysight ADS, or comparable tools.
• Expertise with RF measurement equipment, including Network Analyzers, Signal Analyzers, and Near Field Scanners.
• Strong knowledge of PCB design (schematic capture, layout), with experience in tools like Altium.
• Deep understanding of electronic systems engineering, including design specification, part selection, and test planning.
• Proven ability to lead technical initiatives, solve complex problems, and implement innovative solutions with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated experience working across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

TOOL FAMILIARITY:

• Electromagnetic Simulation Tools: Ansys HFSS or comparable.
• RF Circuit Design Tools: Keysight Advanced Design System (ADS) or similar.
• Electronics Design Tools: Altium or comparable PCB design tools.
• Programming Languages: Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar for design, simulation, and testing.
• Test Equipment: Signal analyzers, RF network analyzers, Near Field Scanners, etc.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree in RF/Microwave Engineering
• Expertise in active phased array radar and beamforming technologies.
• Knowledge of antenna array simulation, design, and manufacturing
• Familiarity with advanced PCB technologies for high-frequency RF and high-density routing/interconnect.
• Proven track record of leading phased array radar system designs from concept to production in a defense or aerospace environment.

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Research Scientists excel at developing state-of-the art algorithms and software that solve scientific problems with real-world applications. Working in small innovative teams, our research scientists build solutions that make a difference. Our research endeavors don’t end once we’ve written a journal or conference paper describing our technology; rather, our work is complete when our technology has been deployed in mission-critical systems and our customers within government and industry are successful. As science fiction writer Arthur Clarke wrote, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Therefore, Anduril is seeking talented “magicians” to join in our common struggle of expanding the boundary of what’s possible.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Contribute to the direction of a talented small team with your expertise and ideas;
• Create mathematically principled solutions to some of the world’s most challenging information science problems;
• Prototype state-of-the-art algorithms in an agile development environment;
• Implement high-performance software spanning the spectrum from tactical systems to web applications;
• Use high-fidelity modeling and simulation environments, innovative analysis tools, and flexible compute clusters to quantify the benefit of our technology;
• Engage with our customers, to ensure successful outcomes for their mission-critical needs;
• Help your colleagues and customers understand what you’re doing and why.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Research Scientist at Anduril should possess an M.S. or Ph.D. in Applied or Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Controls and Dynamical Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Statistics and Probability, or a related field.
• A Research Scientist should have a record of academic excellence, including demonstrated experience in most of the following areas:
• Applied Mathematics: differential equations, linear algebra, numerical analysis, and continuous or discrete optimization;
• Engineering: controls, estimation theory, digital signal processing, and machine learning;
• Scientific Computing: software design, algorithm implementation, and software analysis, testing, and optimization;
• Probability: statistics and random processes.
• A Research Scientist should have effective written and verbal communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to convey salient details about advanced technology in a compelling manner to both experts and non-experts alike.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Research Scientists excel at developing state-of-the art algorithms and software that solve scientific problems with real-world applications. Working in small innovative teams, our research scientists build solutions that make a difference. Our research endeavors don’t end once we’ve written a journal or conference paper describing our technology; rather, our work is complete when our technology has been deployed in mission-critical systems and our customers within government and industry are successful. As science fiction writer Arthur Clarke wrote, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Therefore, Anduril is seeking talented “magicians” to join in our common struggle of expanding the boundary of what’s possible.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Contribute to the direction of a talented small team with your expertise and ideas;
• Create mathematically principled solutions to some of the world’s most challenging information science problems;
• Prototype state-of-the-art algorithms in an agile development environment;
• Implement high-performance software spanning the spectrum from tactical systems to web applications;
• Use high-fidelity modeling and simulation environments, innovative analysis tools, and flexible compute clusters to quantify the benefit of our technology;
• Engage with our customers, to ensure successful outcomes for their mission-critical needs;
• Help your colleagues and customers understand what you’re doing and why.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Research Scientist at Anduril should possess an M.S. or Ph.D. in Applied or Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Controls and Dynamical Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Statistics and Probability, or a related field.
• Experience coding languages with Rust, C++, and Python.
• A Research Scientist should have a record of academic excellence, including demonstrated experience in most of the following areas:
• Applied Mathematics: differential equations, linear algebra, numerical analysis, and continuous or discrete optimization;
• Engineering: controls, estimation theory, digital signal processing, and machine learning;
• Scientific Computing: software design, algorithm implementation, and software analysis, testing, and optimization;
• Probability: statistics and random processes.
• A Research Scientist should have effective written and verbal communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to convey salient details about advanced technology in a compelling manner to both experts and non-experts alike.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Research Scientists excel at developing state-of-the art algorithms and software that solve scientific problems with real-world applications. Working in small innovative teams, our research scientists build solutions that make a difference. Our research endeavors don’t end once we’ve written a journal or conference paper describing our technology; rather, our work is complete when our technology has been deployed in mission-critical systems and our customers within government and industry are successful. As science fiction writer Arthur Clarke wrote, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” Therefore, Anduril is seeking talented “magicians” to join in our common struggle of expanding the boundary of what’s possible.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Contribute to the direction of a talented small team with your expertise and ideas;
• Create mathematically principled solutions to some of the world’s most challenging information science problems;
• Prototype state-of-the-art algorithms in an agile development environment;
• Implement high-performance software spanning the spectrum from tactical systems to web applications;
• Use high-fidelity modeling and simulation environments, innovative analysis tools, and flexible compute clusters to quantify the benefit of our technology;
• Engage with our customers, to ensure successful outcomes for their mission-critical needs;
• Help your colleagues and customers understand what you’re doing and why.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Research Scientist at Anduril should possess an M.S. or Ph.D. in Applied or Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Controls and Dynamical Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Statistics and Probability, or a related field.
• A Research Scientist should have a record of academic excellence, including demonstrated experience in most of the following areas:
• Applied Mathematics: differential equations, linear algebra, numerical analysis, and continuous or discrete optimization;
• Engineering: controls, estimation theory, digital signal processing, and machine learning;
• Scientific Computing: software design, algorithm implementation, and software analysis, testing, and optimization;
• Probability: statistics and random processes.
• A Research Scientist should have effective written and verbal communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to convey salient details about advanced technology in a compelling manner to both experts and non-experts alike.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

ABOUT THE TEAM

We're seeking a product security engineer to own security for assigned products, particularly radar systems, in your technical domain. This role involves providing expert consultation on security architectures, guiding the implementation of security features, developing solutions engineering for complex security challenges, and ultimately securing our suite of advanced technologies including artificial intelligence systems, command and control platforms, aerospace vehicles, and long-range sensors. The ideal candidate has a background in electrical or software engineering, with a focus on platform security, or has pivoted to a product or application security role. They will be able to conduct complex security architecture reviews, research and mitigate exploits against hardware and software, and work with other engineering teams to build resiliency into our products.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Product Security Engineer, you will own the end-to-end security for assigned radar products. This includes deriving and decomposing security requirements from customer needs and threat intelligence, designing security architectures, and actively building, integrating, and testing security features throughout the product lifecycle. You will also be responsible for conducting security reviews, researching exploits, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure robust security for radar systems. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Owns the development and maturation of security features for Anduril’s radar products.
• Collaborates and builds solutions with engineering teams to meet and exceed industry-standard security goals for radar systems
• Collaborate with security assessment teams to assess Anduril’s radar products and integrated components to uncover potential weaknesses
• Collaborates with manufacturing and operations teams to develop secure handling and operational processes for radar systems
• Engages with teams to remediate uncovered weakness in designs, implementations, integrations, and processes for radar systems
• Implement security features and capabilities, develop and execute comprehensive security test strategies at multiple integration levels, and support major milestone deliveries (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, PRR)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of experience and a Bachelors degree or equivalent education/work experience
• Experience with one or more programming languages (e.g. C/C++, Golang, Rust, Python)
• Experience assessing security of firmware, applications, network, IoT, or embedded systems
• Experience developing features for and improving security of firmware, applications, network, or embedded systems
• Experience building, testing, and delivering production-ready systems, especially for embedded and/or Linux systems
• Familiarity with anti-tamper and reverse engineering mechanisms
• Strong and professional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong understanding of the "why" behind product, systems, and security design
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with security architectures of embedded, aerospace, or cyber-physical systems
• Fluency in modern USG cyber methodologies, including Cyber Survivability guidance and related policy (JSIG, ICD 503, CSEIG, SSECG, NIST SP 800-160, Cyber T&E Guidebook, CMMC, etc.)
• Experience with programmable logic devices and their development tools
• Regularly builds, tests, and delivers production-ready systems, especially for embedded and/or Linux systems

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Imaging team develops state-of-the-art imaging systems across both hardware and software, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The team is heavily involved in utilizing computer vision, perception, electro-optical, infrared, and sensor data to give the US and its allies an advantage.

ABOUT THE JOB

As an Electrical Engineer at Anduril Imaging, you will design and develop advanced electronics for state-of-the-art imaging systems. Your role will span the complete product life cycle from full system architecture design to laying out circuits on PCBAs to fielding production units. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with hands-on testing, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and rapid design cycles to ensure optimal performance and integration of cutting-edge technologies.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of electronics for EO/IR systems, including sensor electronics and power management.
• Support systems engineering teams in defining and refining requirements based on physics-based models of sensor and system performance.
• Assist in the design and development of PCB layouts in collaboration with the electrical engineering team.
• Participate in system testing in both the lab & field, providing detailed data analysis and feedback.
• Conduct troubleshooting and testing of electronic components and subsystems to ensure optimal performance.
• Work closely with technical leads and project teams to support system integration efforts.
• Document test results, system designs, and processes to maintain thorough technical records.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, focusing on system-level design, development, and testing.
• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with analog and digital electronics design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in laboratory skills, including setting up and running experiments.
• Familiarity with PCB design tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in sensor or communication systems, such as RF, EO/IR, or optical technologies.
• Familiarity with rad-hard and space-based electronics design.
• Familiarity with analytical tools and programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++.
• Understanding of system integration processes and workflows in aerospace or defense environments.

Tomorrow.io is seeking a Contract Talent Acquisition Partner to support recruiting efforts across multiple business functions, using an AI First approach. This role will operate in a full cycle capacity encompassing, sourcing, screening, advising business partners, and helping to improve processes while maintaining a best in class candidate experience to help us build teams that enable Tomorrow.io’s mission at global scale. This role will report directly to the Talent Acquisition Manager, and ideally based in the Golden, CO area to meet the team and candidates at our office when needed.

The TA Partner’s mission is to attract, select, and secure top talent aligned with Tomorrow.io’s values and business goals. This includes embedding AI and automation as a leading force in your process, driving execution across all stages of recruitment, and ensuring an inclusive, high-trust experience for candidates and hiring managers. Ultimately, this role ensures we bring in exceptional people who can execute our strategy, innovate boldly, and accelerate the organization’s long-term success. The ideal candidate will have experience working and recruiting within the space industry.

*This is a 1 year, 1099 contract*

What You’ll Do:

• Own the end-to-end hiring lifecycle on assigned roles from role scoping through sourcing, interviewing, offer management, and closing top talent
• Partner closely with hiring managers to improve hiring capability, align on expectations, and deliver an exceptional candidate and interviewer experience
• Build and maintain a strong, diverse talent pipeline while continuously improving quality-of-hire and reducing time-to-hire
• Use data and market insights to inform hiring strategies, identify trends, and optimize recruiting processes
• Serve as a trusted adviser to leaders across Space, Weather, Go-to-Market and G&A teams by anticipating talent needs and proactively shaping hiring plans
• In partnership with the TA Manager, refine recruiting processes and practices to scale with the business and support long-term growth

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of Recruiting experience within a SaaS/AI startup environment
• Experience sourcing and recruiting talent across various functions (Tech, GTM, G&A, etc.)
• Experience leveraging AI to automate parts of the hiring process (Sourcing, scheduling, analysis, etc.)
• Previous experience recruiting candidates in the space or aerospace industry
• Skilled in competency and behavioral based interviewing
• Leverages data to anticipate and solve problems throughout the hiring process
• Proficient in optimizing ATS’s (Greenhouse preferred)
• Bonus Experience:
• Global hiring experience (e.g. Europe & Asia)

So if you’re looking to grow your career by owning both strategic initiatives and hands-on execution in a cutting-edge technology company, Tomorrow.io is the place for you! The hourly rate for this role will be $45-50/hr.

Tomorrow.io is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Tomorrow.io participates in the E-Verify program in all US states, as required by law.

At tomorrow.io we have established a workplace culture that values fairness and equal opportunities and we believe it is crucial for fostering a positive and productive environment. Regularly reviewing and adjusting pay practices to align with legitimate drivers of pay, such as job level, geographic location, and performance, demonstrates a commitment to maintaining equity within the organization.This commitment to ongoing assessment and improvement is key to creating a workplace that is not only diverse and inclusive but also fair and just. Anticipated salary range for this role is X subject to local market and candidates skills and experience. Comprehensive health benefits, unlimited paid time off and other benefits included. Relocation assistance may be offered/available for certain roles.

Tomorrow.io is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at jobs@tomorrow.io

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About tomorrow.io:

Selected by TIME Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Companies in the World, Tomorrow.io is the world's leading Resilience Platform™. Combining next-generation space technology, advanced generative AI, and proprietary weather modeling, Tomorrow.io delivers unmatched forecasting and decision-making capabilities. Trusted by six of the top ten Fortune 500 companies, Tomorrow.io empowers organizations to proactively manage weather-related risks, opportunities, and enhance operational efficiency. From cutting-edge weather intelligence to real-time early warning systems, Tomorrow.io enables predictive, impact-based action for a safer, more resilient future. Learn more at Tomorrow.io.

Ethos:  Our ethos guides us in everything we do - The people of Tomorrow are here to make an impact, they show true grit, and always put people first.

How we roll: We work in an “one office” environment. We believe that magic happens when people work together. Together also includes Zoom meetings, flexible hours and unlimited vacation days. Your success is achieved by your impact and deliveries and not by the hours you put in. We believe in transparency and directness, putting work before ego and empathy. We grow fast and move faster but we always see people first. Each person has their own career growth path for we believe that the only way for the company to grow is if you grow.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Jira Platform & Identity Automation Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing automation and structured data models across Jira Service Management and Jira Assets. This is a short-term project (6 months) contract with British Aerospace Engineering.  The role focuses on automating Active Directory (AD) access workflows and building scalable, maintainable systems that translate business processes into reliable, auditable automation. The engineer will support both the development of a structured asset/data model and the automation of high-volume AD group membership changes based on approved service requests.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

AD Automation & Workflow Execution

• Design and implement automation that converts approved Jira tickets into AD group membership changes
• Integrate Jira workflows with execution platforms (e.g., PowerShell services or VMware Aria Orchestrator)
• Develop and maintain automation using ScriptRunner for Jira or equivalent tools
• Implement validation, idempotency, and error handling for automated actions
• Ensure all changes are logged, auditable, and attributable

Jira Assets (CMDB) Design & Implementation

• Design object schemas in Jira Assets for devices, infrastructure, applications, and services
• Define relationships between assets (e.g., system → owner → access groups)
• Establish data standards, governance, and lifecycle processes for Assets
• Integrate Assets with Jira forms to enforce structured input and reduce errors

Platform Integration & Architecture

• Define and implement separation between request intake (Jira), data/policy (Assets), and execution (automation/orchestration)
• Build integrations between Jira, Assets, and external systems via REST APIs
• Ensure scalability and maintainability of automation workflows

Identity & Access Management Alignment                                                   

• Support and improve AD group lifecycle and access request processes
• Apply IAM principles including least privilege, role-based access, and separation of duties
• Identify opportunities to reduce manual access provisioning and improve consistency

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Hands-on experience with Active Directory, including security groups and group membership management
• Experience with PowerShell-based administration
• Experience with Jira Service Management, including workflows, request types, and automation
• Experience designing or working with structured data models (CMDB, asset systems, or similar)
• Experience with scripting and automation
• Experience integrating systems via APIs
• Strong understanding of RBAC, least privilege, and separation of duties

EDUCATION: Bachelors with  3+ or Master with  1+ Years of Experience

LENGTH: 6 months

LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in Broomfield, CO

CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT:  TS/SCI Eligible 

DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II

SALARY RANGE: $100 to $120 per hour

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
• Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
• Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
• Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is performed within a secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.

About the Role:

The GRC Analyst, Federal & Customer Programs is responsible for the hands-on analysis, documentation, and operational execution of the company's security governance, risk, and compliance obligations. This role sits at the intersection of customer contracts, regulatory frameworks, and the company's security control environment — translating external requirements into clear, traceable internal commitments and evaluating how well current capabilities satisfy them. The GRC Analyst reviews incoming contractual security language, maps obligations to applicable frameworks and existing controls, produces compliance matrices and gap analyses, owns the operational risk assessment process, contributes to governance and policy lifecycle activities, and supports audit, assessment, and customer inquiry activities.

A meaningful portion of this role is dedicated to ongoing contract and requirements analysis as new programs are awarded and existing programs evolve. The GRC Analyst serves as the security function's primary reviewer of incoming contractual cybersecurity language and works directly with legal and sourcing on flow-down negotiation and redlines. Candidates who enjoy careful reading of contractual and regulatory text — and who want this to be a substantial part of their day-to-day work — will find this role a strong fit.

This is a detail-oriented, writing-intensive role requiring strong analytical judgment, fluency across multiple compliance frameworks, and the ability to work effectively with legal, sourcing, program management, engineering, and security operations stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Contract & Requirements Analysis

• Review customer contracts, statements of work, security annexes, CDRLs, data protection addenda, and flow-down clauses to identify cybersecurity, privacy, and information handling obligations applicable to the company.
• Extract and catalog specific security requirements from contractual language, and translate them into structured, testable statements suitable for traceability and control mapping.
• Compare identified requirements against the company's current product scope, control environment, and certification posture to determine where compliance is already met, partially met, or requires new implementation work.
• Produce gap analyses, compliance matrices, and Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) artifacts that clearly communicate the state of compliance for a given contract, program, or system.
• Serve as the security function's primary point of contact for legal and sourcing during contract review, redline cycles, and flow-down negotiation, including review of subcontractor and supplier flow-down language.

Framework Mapping & Interpretation

• Maintain working proficiency across the frameworks relevant to the company's regulatory and contractual posture, including NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, NIST CSF, CMMC, ISO 27001, FedRAMP, and applicable European frameworks such as NIS2 and GDPR.
• Map controls across frameworks to minimize duplicated work and enable consistent responses to overlapping requirements; contribute to a shared control inventory used by compliance, security, and program teams.
• Interpret framework language and authoritative guidance (NIST publications, DoD guidance, regulator FAQs) in the context of specific company systems and business scenarios and escalate ambiguity for formal risk decisions when appropriate.

Governance, Policy & ISMS Support

• Contribute to the maintenance of the company's Information Security Management System (ISMS) documentation set, including keeping control descriptions, evidence references, and scope statements accurate and current.
• Support the policy and standard lifecycle, including periodic review cycles, version control, exception governance, and clarification of control owner accountability.
• Produce compliance posture reporting and audit readiness metrics for governance forums and leadership review, including framework coverage, finding aging, and remediation progress.

Deliverable Writing & Artifact Contribution

• Draft and revise compliance deliverables including System Security Plans (SSP), Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M), policy and standard content, control narratives, customer security questionnaire responses, and audit artifacts.
• Author clear, concise written responses to customer, auditor, and regulator inquiries, calibrated to the technical level of the audience and consistent with approved company positioning.

Risk Assessment & Treatment

• Own the operational risk assessment process and the supporting risk register, including conducting periodic and event-driven risk assessments, documenting current state, identifying deficiencies, and developing risk treatment recommendations.
• Route risk acceptance and exception decisions to the appropriate decision authority with the underlying analysis and documentation prepared for review; track decisions and ensure follow-through on conditions or expirations.
• Track open compliance findings and remediation activities, prepare status updates, and flag aging or high-severity items for escalation.

Third-Party & Supply Chain Risk

• Contribute to vendor and supplier security review activities, including evaluating vendor security questionnaires, reviewing supplier control attestations, and assessing residual risk for inclusion in procurement and program decisions.
• Support assessment of subcontractor and supplier flow-down compliance, including coordinating with sourcing and program management on supplier security obligations and remediation.

Audit & Assessment Support

• Support internal and external audit, assessment, and certification activities, including C3PAO engagements, ISO 27001 surveillance audits, customer assessments, and regulator inquiries.
• Coordinate evidence collection with system owners and control operators; validate that evidence is accurate, complete, and appropriately scoped before submission.
• Participate in assessor and auditor interviews as a subject matter contributor on specific controls and artifacts.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with legal and sourcing on contract review, redlines, and flow-down language; with security program management on milestones, schedules, and audit coordination; and with security engineering and IT on evidence, control implementation detail, and remediation planning.
• Serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for internal teams seeking to understand what a given regulatory or contractual requirement means in practice.

What Success Looks Like in Year One

• Established a repeatable contract review intake process with legal and sourcing, including a maintained library of standard cybersecurity flow-down clauses and review turnaround expectations.
• Produced an end-to-end Requirements Traceability Matrix for at least one active federal program, traceable from contract clauses through framework controls to evidence sources.
• Stood up the operational risk register and routine risk reporting cadence, with at least one full assessment cycle completed and risk treatment decisions documented.
• Maintained the ISMS documentation set in audit-ready condition through at least one external assessment or surveillance cycle.

Required Qualifications:

• Five or more years of progressive experience in cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance; IT audit; or a closely related discipline, with substantial hands-on exposure to framework interpretation and contract requirement analysis.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and NIST SP 800-53, including control families, assessment procedures, and common implementation patterns.
• Experience contributing to SSP and POA&M artifacts, compliance matrices, or Requirements Traceability Matrices in a regulated environment.
• Practical experience supporting at least one formal audit, certification, or assessment cycle (for example CMMC, ISO 27001, SOC 2, FedRAMP, or comparable).
• Strong technical writing skills, including the ability to produce accurate, concise, and audience-appropriate compliance documentation. Writing samples may be requested as part of the interview process.
• Demonstrated comfort and interest in reading contractual and regulatory language carefully and translating it into specific, actionable internal requirements. This is a core part of the role, not an occasional task.
• Comfort working across multiple stakeholder groups — legal, sourcing, engineering, IT, security operations, and program management — and adjusting communication style accordingly.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Business, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience with CMMC 2.0 assessment preparation, including familiarity with DFARS 252.204-7012 and 48 CFR Part 204.
• Familiarity with ISO 27001, FedRAMP, SOC 2, NIS2, GDPR data security obligations, or EU dual-use export control regimes.
• Experience handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in accordance with NARA and DoD requirements.
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, space, or other regulated technology environments.
• Experience reviewing or negotiating cybersecurity flow-down language in customer or supplier contracts.
• Working familiarity with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tooling such as ServiceNow GRC, Archer, Hyperproof, Drata, Vanta, or equivalent.
• Industry certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISSP, CGRC (formerly CAP), ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor, CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP), or CMMC Certified Professional / Certified Assessor (CCP / CCA).
• Active US security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one.

Spire operates a hybrid work model, and this position will require you to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Access to US export-controlled software and/or technology may be required for this role. If needed, Spire will arrange the necessary licenses—this is not something candidates need to have before applying. #LI-DC1

• 2-4+ years of experience leading complex technical programs, ideally in aerospace, satellite systems, radar technologies, or other hardware-integrated environments.
• Proven ability to execute programs end-to-end across development, production, launch readiness, and deployment phases.
• Strong cost, schedule, and risk management experience, KPI tracking, and performance reporting.
• Experience managing suppliers and contracts within aerospace or advanced manufacturing ecosystems.
• Solid systems integration understanding across hardware, software, and space operations, including familiarity with satellite lifecycle management (AIT, launch integration, constellation ops).
• Proficiency with program management tools (MS Project, Jira, Confluence, ERP systems) and awareness of cloud-based systems integration (AWS/GCP preferred).
• Builds trust and accountability across cross-functional teams.
• Leads through influence in matrixed environments and facilitates solution-oriented dialogue.
• Communicates clearly and transparently with both technical teams and executive leadership.
• Demonstrates resilience and adaptability in dynamic, high-stakes environments.
• Collaborates effectively across engineering, supply chain, operations, and leadership to drive predictable outcomes.

• Lead end-to-end program execution for Tomorrow.io’s satellite constellation and internally developed software-defined radar production programs.
• Establish and drive integrated program plans spanning spacecraft and payload development, production, launch readiness, and constellation sustainment.
• Proactively manage risks, dependencies, suppliers, and technical trade-offs to meet cost, schedule, and performance commitments.
• Monitor and improve operational metrics across development and production lifecycles to ensure predictable, high-quality execution.
• Align cross-functional teams around program objectives, ensuring strong collaboration and transparent communication with leadership.
• Contribute directly to maintaining a high-performing weather observation constellation and scaling the world’s most impactful weather intelligence platform.

If your experience is close but doesn’t fulfill all requirements, please apply. Tomorrow.io  is on a mission to build a special company. To achieve our goal, we are focused on hiring people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

This position requires access to technology that is controlled under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Accordingly, this position is restricted to U.S. citizens, permanent residents and protected individuals unless and until any required licenses are obtained.

Tomorrow.io is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Tomorrow.io participates in the E-Verify program in all US states, as required by law.

At tomorrow.io we have established a workplace culture that values fairness and equal opportunities and we believe it is crucial for fostering a positive and productive environment. Regularly reviewing and adjusting pay practices to align with legitimate drivers of pay, such as job level, geographic location, and performance, demonstrates a commitment to maintaining equity within the organization.This commitment to ongoing assessment and improvement is key to creating a workplace that is not only diverse and inclusive but also fair and just. The anticipated salary range for this role is $135K-$150K subject to local market and candidates skills and experience. Comprehensive health benefits, unlimited paid time off and other benefits included. Relocation assistance may be offered/available for certain roles.

Tomorrow.io is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at jobs@tomorrow.io

About Tomorrow.io:

Selected by TIME Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Companies in the World, Tomorrow.io is the world's leading Resilience Platform™. Combining next-generation space technology, advanced generative AI, and proprietary weather modeling, Tomorrow.io delivers unmatched forecasting and decision-making capabilities. Trusted by six of the top ten Fortune 500 companies, Tomorrow.io empowers organizations to proactively manage weather-related risks, opportunities, and enhance operational efficiency. From cutting-edge weather intelligence to real-time early warning systems, Tomorrow.io enables predictive, impact-based action for a safer, more resilient future. Learn more at Tomorrow.io.

Ethos: Our ethos guides us in everything we do - The people of Tomorrow are here to make an impact, they show true grit, and always put people first.

How we roll: We believe that magic happens when people work together. The People of Tomorrow take ownership with a bias for action. We believe in transparency and directness, putting work before ego, and empathy. The People of Tomorrow have a can-do attitude, are resilient, and curious. They are growth oriented, value people striving to be experts, and love to have fun. Here, your success is achieved by your impact and deliveries and not by the hours you put in. We have flexible hours and unlimited vacation days policy. The People of Tomorrow show empathy, mutual respect and work as one diverse team. We grow fast and move faster but we always see people first. Each person has their own career growth path for we believe that the only way for the company to grow is if you grow.

As Principal Software Cybersecurity Engineer you will be responsible for;

• Design and implement anti‑tamper protections and embedded cybersecurity frameworks for safety‑critical and secure product lines.
• Lead secure software engineering activities including code analysis, requirements evaluation, architecture reviews, and interface design to ensure robust system security.
• Develop, test, and debug secure applications using languages such as C/C++, Python, and shell scripting.
• Support cybersecurity validation and testing efforts across diverse platforms including embedded systems, RF technologies, and advanced hardware solutions.
• Build and maintain embedded Linux environments, including creation and customization of Linux distributions using embedded build frameworks.
• Collaborate in a cross‑functional engineering environment using Agile methodologies and modern development tools.
• Contribute to system hardening efforts and ensure compliance with security standards and best practices across the development lifecycle.

Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.9+ years of experience in software development or cybersecurity, including 5+ years focused on application security or system hardening in a senior capacity.
• Strong background in software and system analysis, including code review, requirements assessment, and secure design practices.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and scripting languages for secure application development.
• Experience working with Linux systems, including administration and development of embedded distributions.
• Familiarity with modern development and collaboration tools used in Agile engineering environments.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an industry‑recognized cybersecurity certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP).

Salary Range: $150,000 - $235,000

Location: Onsite in Westminster, CO

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US Persons (citizens or permanent residents) need apply for this position. 

YOUR MISSION 

We are seeking an experienced Flight Dynamics Engineer to support advanced satellite rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO). This role will focus on supporting on-orbit mission operations through orbit determination, maneuver planning, conjunction assessment, and performance monitoring across nominal and off-nominal scenarios. This role develops and prototypes analytical tools, scripts, and workflows to improve operational efficiency, decision quality, and automation, while providing timely analysis in support of real-time and near-real-time operations. Working closely with mission operations, GNC, and software teams, the Flight Dynamics Engineer translates operational needs into practical flight dynamics solutions, validates methods through simulation and on-orbit data, and contributes to the continuous improvement of operational concepts and procedures. 

 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, simulate, and execute spacecraft missions spanning from early-orbit operations to RPO taskings. 
• Lead development and integration of automation and mission planning tools to enhance mission planning, execution, and post-analysis.
• Provide subject matter expertise for company ground system and flight software development.
• Provide surge support as both an operator and developer for mission engineering, systems engineering, and GNC/AA teams to ensure mission and operational readiness.
• Monitor spacecraft telemetry and health in real-time during operations; identify anomalies and support mitigation
• Assist in the development of operational procedures, flight rules, and checklists for RPO activities
• Conduct post-mission analysis and lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve operational processes
• Conduct orbit state determination for cooperative, non-cooperative, and uncooperative SVs and derive intent 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
• Strong understanding of astrodynamics, control & optimization, and satellite subsystems
• History of solving astrodynamics problems in programming languages such as Typescript, Python, & C/C++
• 5+ years of spacecraft operations and simulation experience, preferably including rendezvous and proximity operations
• Proven ability to work effectively in high-pressure, real-time mission environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field, preferably with a focus on applied astrodynamics and control of spacecraft.
• Prior experience developing mod & sim capabilities
• Experience with open-loop and closed-loop spacecraft operations
• Prior experience in multi-satellite missions, RPO, or on-orbit servicing mission
• Security clearance or eligibility to obtain 

COMPENSATION

• Colorado Base Salary: $105,000 - $170,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—This is an onsite position, we are seeking candidates based near Colorado Springs, CO.
• Work Schedule—flexibility to support 24/7 mission operations, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability during mission-critical events and anomaly response.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.
#LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is building the next generation of space superiority capabilities for national security space. As an Operations Engineer 3, you will plan, simulate, and execute missions for our RPO-class spacecraft—operating at the cutting edge of what's possible on orbit. You'll own the full lifecycle of spacecraft operations, from developing and refining procedures to real-time mission execution, anomaly resolution, and post-mission analysis. Working at the intersection of operations and engineering, you'll bring deep technical expertise to bear on some of the most complex and consequential missions in space while directly shaping the tools and systems that make them possible.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute both simulated and live spacecraft missions across all mission phases, from early-orbit operations through complex Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) taskings
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve spacecraft operations procedures, drawing on deep expertise in flight software, spacecraft hardware, and ground systems to achieve mission objectives
• Monitor spacecraft telemetry and system health in real time during operations
• Identify on-orbit anomalies, lead anomaly resolution planning, and drive execution of corrective actions in coordination with engineering teams
• Conduct post-mission analysis and lessons-learned sessions to capture insights and drive continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, and products
• Perform orbit state determination for cooperative, non-cooperative, and uncooperative space vehicles (SVs) and derive intent from observed behaviors
• Provide subject matter expertise (SME) to inform the development and refinement of flight software and ground system capabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including systems, GNC, flight software, ground software, and hardware engineering—to support vehicle development, integration, and test activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of spacecraft operations experience, preferably leading a team of operators
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
• Experience coordinating across engineering and operations teams to translate mission requirements into executable procedures and system capabilities
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, real-time mission environments with sound judgment and composure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Eligibility for a DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, or a related field
• Experience with Space Domain Awareness (SDA), including tracking, orbit determination, characterization, and/or behavior analysis of resident space objects
• Prior experience with RPO missions, on-orbit servicing, inspection, or multi-satellite constellation management
• Familiarity with national security space missions (DoD and/or IC) and the broader space domain awareness (SDA) enterprise
• Experience with GNC concepts relevant to proximity operations, including relative navigation, maneuver planning, and safety zone management
• Proficiency with astrodynamics tools (e.g., AGI STK, GMAT, or equivalent) for mission planning and simulation
• Experience developing flight procedures and operational concept documentation
• Experience with ground system architecture, command and telemetry processing, and real-time mission data systems
• Experience supporting hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing
• Experience with anomaly investigation, including fault tree analysis and corrective action reporting
• Scripting or programming proficiency (Python, MATLAB, or similar) to support integration of flight software, ground software, and operational processes
• Active TS/SCI clearance

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $105,000 - $170,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Colorado Springs. This is an onsite position.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.

#LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

RESPONSIBILITIES 

True Anomaly is seeking a highly accomplished Loads Development Lead to serve as the technical authority for structural, mechanical, thermal, and coupled loads across a next-generation Space Based Interceptors defense program. This is a generational opportunity to architect the structural design basis for one of the most demanding mission sets in aerospace engineering and Space Based Interceptors defense.

In this role, you will have end-to-end ownership of loads development across the full system lifecycle, from ground handling and launch through on-orbit operations, intercept maneuvers, and end-of-life scenarios. You will establish and enforce program standards and processes for loads generation, combination, margins, and documentation; develop and validate Coupled Loads Analyses (CLA); derive Mass Acceleration Curves (MAC); and decompose system-level loads into clear design criteria and verification requirements.

The Loads Development Lead is the single point of accountability for loads methodology, assumptions, traceability, and technical rigor. You will define governing load cases, ensure consistency across subsystem analyses, adjudicate discrepancies, and act as steward of one of the program’s most critical technical artifacts: the Loads Data Book. Your work ensures that load environments are physically realistic, analytically defensible, and properly integrated into design, analysis, verification, certification, and safety margins across the program.

This role requires close collaboration with structures, dynamics, thermal, mechanisms, avionics, systems engineering, GNC, propulsion, trajectory, environments, and test teams to ensure system integrity and performance. You will lead design trade studies driven by load sensitivities, support risk reduction and anomaly resolution efforts, and represent the program in internal and external technical reviews.

As a senior technical leader, you will mentor analysts, shape best practices, and protect the intellectual rigor of the program’s structural design basis. You will play a central role in ensuring the success, credibility, and long-term robustness of True Anomaly’s Space Based Interceptors defense architecture.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications & Experience 

• 8+ years full lifecycle experience in structural loads development for aerospace systems (spacecraft, Space Based Interceptors, interceptors, or launch vehicles)
• Expertise in CLA, load derivation, and structural verification. 
• Demonstrated experience generating and managing loads across multiple mission phases and operational environments. 
• Strong background in structural dynamics, coupled loads analysis, and systems-level load integration. 
• Experience authoring, owning, and maintaining formal loads documentation such as Loads Data Books or equivalent governing artifacts. 
• Proficiency with industry-standard analysis tools (e.g., Femap, NASTRAN, MATLAB, Python, or equivalent).  
• Proven leadership in design, analysis, and verification on a major aerospace program.
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries.
• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field. Master’s or Ph.D. preferred
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret

Desired Qualifications & Experience 

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline. 
• Experience with Space Based Interceptors defense systems, interceptors, or highly dynamic flight regimes. 
• Familiarity with DoD or Space Force programs, certification processes, and review cycles. 
• Experience working with classified programs and handling controlled technical data. 
• Background in probabilistic loads, uncertainty quantification, or margin optimization. 
• Prior experience leading technical teams or serving as a subsystem or discipline lead. 
• TS/SCI clearance

COMPENSATION  

• Base Salary: $150,000-$255,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave  

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.  #LI-Hybrid

YOUR MISSION

RESPONSIBILITIES 

True Anomaly is seeking a highly accomplished Structural Integrity Lead to lead the technical execution of a next-generation missile defense program. This is a generational opportunity to architect a solution to some of the most challenging mission sets in missile defense, not to mention aerospace engineering as a whole.  You will establish and enforce processes and standards ensuring structural integrity across the SBI program. You will develop and validate structural models and manage structural margins across configuration while defining and maintain fracture control, fatigue, creep, and damage tolerance methodologies. Finally you will establish the processes by which verification and test activities related to structural integrity are performed. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications & Experience 

• 10+ years experience developing and managing Fracture Control Plans and performing structural analysis using FEM methods

• Proven leadership in design, analysis, and verification on a major aerospace program

• Ability to scale analytical rigor to match program maturity and risk 

• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries 

• Expertise with NASTRAN, ABAQUS, NASGRO or comparable analysis tools

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field. Master’s or Ph.D. preferred
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret

Desired Qualifications & Experience 

• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering 

• Experience with missile defense or space vehicle programs

• Strong track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing design-to-delivery cycles

• Background in systems engineering or technical program management
• TS/SCI clearance

COMPENSATION  

• Base Salary:  $150,000-$255,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Hybrid 

YOUR MISSION 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

True Anomaly is seeking a highly accomplished Chief Engineer, Host Vehicle to lead the technical execution of a next-generation missile defense program. This is a generational opportunity to architect a solution to some of the most challenging mission sets in missile defense, not to mention aerospace engineering as a whole. You will serve as the top technical authority for the host vehicle, accountable for engineering performance, risk management, and system integration. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams through design, development, analysis, test, and fielding phases while ensuring the vehicle architecture, requirements, and design decisions align with system-level objectives and mission success criteria. You must impedance match rigor and analysis depth to the maturity and risk posture of the program. Finally you will drive design and technical readiness reviews, technical baseline management, and design assurance. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications & Experience 

• 10+ years of of proven experience delivering a major aerospace subsystem or vehicle from concept through delivery/fielding 

• Demonstrated ability to balance technical rigor with schedule and program realities 
• Strong systems engineering and technical leadership background across mechanical, electrical, and software domains 
• Strong background in systems engineering practices: requirements, verification, trade studies, interface control, and failure analysis

• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field. Master’s or Ph.D. preferred
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret

Desired Qualifications & Experience 

• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering

• Experience with missile defense or space vehicle programs

• Strong track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing design-to-delivery cycles
• TS/SCI clearance

COMPENSATION  

• Base Salary:  $210,000-$355,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Hybrid

YOUR MISSION

RESPONSIBILITIES 

True Anomaly is seeking a highly accomplished Deputy Chief Engineer to lead the technical execution of a next-generation missile defense program. This is a generational opportunity to architect a solution to some of the most challenging mission sets in missile defense, not to mention aerospace engineering as a whole. The Deputy Chief is responsible for ensuring the technical integrity, accuracy, and repeatability of analysis across the program. 

Responsibilities include: 

Program Technical Leadership 

• Support the Chief Engineer in maintaining overall technical integrity of the missile defense program

• Serve as acting Chief Engineer when delegated, leading technical reviews and milestone readiness assessments

• Translate top-level technical direction and risk posture into actionable guidance for subsystem teams

• Lead integrated design reviews, risk boards, and engineering change control processes

Systems Integration and Verification 

• Ensure interfaces between major subsystems (host vehicle, interceptor, kill vehicle, ground systems) are technically sound and compatible

• Drive technical integration across disciplines, avionics, structures, thermal, propulsion, and GNC, to maintain system coherence 

• Oversee verification planning, ensuring requirements are traceable, testable, and verified across the full lifecycle

• Ensure analytical and test rigor is scaled appropriately to design maturity and risk tolerance

Engineering Discipline Coordination 

• Mentor discipline leads, ensuring consistency in standards, modeling assumptions, and data management

• Promote cross-functional problem solving, ensuring issues are rapidly elevated and technically resolved

• Enforce engineering rigor, documentation, and configuration control across the design and analysis functions

• Oversee the engineering review process (ERB, CCB) and ensure technical disposition of non-conformances

Strategic and Programmatic Alignment 

• Support the Chief Engineer and Program Manager in balancing technical, schedule, and cost trade-offs

• Coordinate with Systems Engineering and SEIT to ensure cohesive technical baseline and verification closure

• Contribute to technology maturation and risk reduction planning for future phases of the SBI program

• Represent engineering during customer technical interchange meetings, design reviews, and audits

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications & Experience 

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace systems engineering, design, and technical leadership

• Proven record of leading multidisciplinary teams through full lifecycle development (concept through fielding)

• Deep understanding of configuration management, requirements traceability, and verification processes

• Strong background in one or more core domains (systems, structures, propulsion, GNC, avionics)

• Excellent communication, decision-making, and leadership skills
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret

Desired Qualifications & Experience 

• Prior experience as Chief Engineer, Deputy Chief Engineer, or IPT Lead on a missile defense, launch, or space vehicle program

• Experience interfacing with government technical authorities and independent review boards

• Demonstrated success in scaling technical processes for rapid prototyping through operational deployment
• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
• TS/SCI clearance

COMPENSATION  

• Base Salary: $185,000-$310,000 
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.  #LI-Onsite

The Company

Outrider, the pioneer in autonomous yard operations for logistics hubs, helps large enterprises improve safety and increase efficiency. The only company exclusively focused on automating all aspects of yard operations, Outrider eliminates manual tasks that are hazardous and repetitive. Outrider’s mission is to drive the rapid adoption of sustainable freight transportation by deploying zero-emission systems. Outrider is a private company backed by NEA, 8VC, Koch Disruptive Technologies, and other top-tier investors. For more information, visit www.outrider.ai

The Role

The Senior Mechatronics Engineer will report to the Head of Hardware Engineering and support the development of custom end effector, tool, and HW system designs for robotic manipulation and autonomous vehicle systems. This position requires strong mechanical design skills, attention to detail, and an ability to learn in unstructured environments. 

Successful candidates will have a demonstrated history of contributing technically to the design and implementation of complex components of robotic systems from scratch.

This role is mission-critical for helping deliver a safety-critical system for industrial automation. The opportunity offers a technical, hands-on team member the chance to help develop a market-defining enterprise product that combines autonomous vehicle technology with a software-as-a-service (SaaS) business model. 

The ideal candidate will embrace our goal to drive zero-emission, self-driving vehicle adoption, and help us realize our potential to define, build, and lead a new category of robotic automation for the enterprise.

This role is based in Denver, CO. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and maintain parts and complex CAD assemblies
• Brainstorm and prototype electro-mechanical, and pneumatic tools for automation systems and robotic manipulators
• Lead reliability initiatives by analyzing failure modes, implementing design and process improvements, and driving corrective actions to improve product performance, durability, and lifecycle cost.
• Work with vendors and select components based on design analysis, requirements, and performance
• Collaborate with software team members to incorporate desired sensing mechanisms and account for HW/SW integrated system design considerations
• Design and build reliability test fixtures to simulate real-world operating conditions, enabling accelerated life testing, failure analysis, and validation of design robustness.
• Support field testing and debugging, both locally and at remote customer sites

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with integrated software/hardware systems such as robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other automotive/aerospace products
• BS or MS in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical/electronics engineering, or a similar discipline
• Experience designing complex electro-mechanical, and pneumatic systems from concept to product, including driving cost reduction initiatives and designing for scale
• Experience working with linear and rotary actuators 
• Experience designing and documenting machined parts, weldments, sheet metal components, and assemblies
• Experience creating and maintaining detailed mechanical drawings (GD&T, tolerances, and BOMs) to support test and manufacturing.
• Knowledge and experience selecting, designing, and/or integrating sensors to understand the state of a system
• Experience with the product development lifecycle - particularly design for manufacture, reliability, and cost
• Ability to perform finite element analysis and iterate designs based on results
• Experience using basic shop equipment (3d printer, bandsaw, mill, drill, etc) to build rapid prototypes
• Strong technical analysis skills

Ideal qualifications

• Experience with industrial automation equipment
• Experience with linkage synthesis and linkage design
• Experience with PDM and part release processes
• Experience designing and optimizing joints for robotic manipulators
• Prior work with contract manufacturers 
• Familiarity wiring sensors and designing cable harnesses
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary robotics team
• Familiarity working on systems for use in hardened environments

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $160,000 - $180,000
• Relocation assistance offered
• Equity: equity package commensurate on experience and skills
• Benefits: Full health benefits
• Actual compensation is based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, and specific work location due to differences in the cost of labor

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Staff Program Manager

About Us:

 BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and operate the world's most advanced space-based intelligence platform and provide customers satellite imagery, automated analytics and high-frequency monitoring of strategic locations, economic assets and events from around the globe. BlackSky is trusted by the most demanding allied military and intelligence organizations and commercial companies to deliver foresight into critical matters that affect national security and the economy. BlackSky's data enables governments and businesses to see, understand and anticipate change as it happens, giving them the ultimate strategic advantage so they can act quickly. Our global team works with cutting-edge technology to make a difference around the world and prides itself on being people-first, customer-focused and fun.

A successful employee in the position will oversee the delivery and ensure successful execution of complex space and ground-based R&D contracts. Work closely with customers, internal engineering teams, executive and business development stakeholders, and finance/accounting teams to manage all aspects of Program execution and drive engagement strategies for portfolio expansion. This position reports to the Director, ISR Programs and is remote but with required location near Denver or Colorado Springs, Colorado for customer facility access.

Responsibilities:

• Manage contract execution, including budget, schedule, revenue and profit margin performance related to customer programs.
• Work closely with Finance and Operations to ensure budget adherence and efficient usage of resources.
• Partner with internal engineering stakeholders to develop execution plans for capabilities that align with the company’s business strategy, and support the Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TC-PED) needs of customers.
• Support Business Development engagement with relevant DOD/IC and International organizations.
• Engage with the PMO (Program Management Office) to effectively align resources to drive efficient execution.
• Develop and deliver reporting and decision briefings for BlackSky senior leadership including program baseline approvals, program management reviews, and milestone gate reviews
• Author, organize, and deliver written reports and presentation briefings for the customer
• Develop and deliver formal and informal proposals and white papers to Government customers as needed to expand program scope.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of experience in geospatial or aerospace program management, to include complex, high dollar value, strategic defense and intelligence and/or tactical ISR programs.
• Minimum of 7 years of commercial/industry experience -- working with and directing aerospace or geospatial engineering teams.
• Ability to operate independently, effectively and decisively in a highly technical data-rich environment with minimal guidance.
• Strong communication skills to work with customers, partners, and team members, and provide effective direction to internal cross-functional teams to create stakeholder alignment.
• Previous experience establishing risk assessments and management plans to ensure all risks are identified and mitigated.
• Proven experience of successfully driving and implementing customer engagement and growth strategies for delivering space-based intelligence solutions to a global customer base.
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI.
• Bachelor of Science degree (or four years of additional equivalent experience) in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Geospatial Science, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven track record delivering full lifecycle aerospace programs
• Experience managing technical programs for the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community.
• Strong proficiency in developing and managing complex program requirements, risks, budgets, and schedules.
• Exceptional ability to bring focus, order, organization, and clear direction to complex projects and dynamic situations.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field of study or PMP certification.
• Experience with aerospace, maritime, autonomous vehicle, drone or comparable communications systems and/or mission planning/optimization problem space.
• Experience executing government programs to include firm fixed price and cost-plus fixed fee contracts.

Life at BlackSky for full-time benefits eligible employees includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, group term life and AD&D, voluntary life, and AD&D insurance
• BlackSky pays 100% of employee-only premiums for medical, dental and vision and contributes $100/month for out-of-pocket expenses!
• 15 days of PTO, 11 Company holidays, four Floating Holidays (pro-rated based on hire date), one day of paid volunteerism leave per year, parental leave and more.
• 401(k) pre-tax and Roth deferral options with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance and Travel Assistance Programs
• Employer matching donations
• Professional development
• Mac or PC? Your choice!
• Awesome swag

The anticipated salary range for candidates in Colorado is $160,000-$180,000 per year. The final compensation package offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on specific background and education. BlackSky is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect salary ranges in other states or locations outside of these location.

BlackSky is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

EEO/AAP/ Pay Transparency Statements: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

Job Summary: 

• The successful candidate’s attributes should include but are not limited to direct supervisory responsibilities, strong experience with FAR/DFARS/Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) terms and conditions risk assessment and negotiations, understanding the implications of international and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contracting, working knowledge of Offsets and Industrial Participation, experience in intellectual property issues and USG data rights, strong business acumen, excellent communication skills, subject matter expertise in contracting, and be able to provide contractual and business guidance to the Program Management Leadership
• Experience with managing Government contracts under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS)
• Provide strategic advice and guidance on numerous contractual rights/obligations, regulations, and policy/procedure to mitigate risks and unauthorized changes
• Partner with Finance leadership to ensure financial targets are met by securing contract awards, negotiating contract payment terms, and working closely with the customer to ensure on-time payment
• Develop and Implement contract strategies consistent with Voyager strategic imperatives.
• Partners with business divisions and functional organizations to ensure contracting activities are vetted across multiple stakeholders including Legal, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Controller, and Compliance functions
• Ensure each contract and proposal action is reviewed and approved consistently with the Delegation of Authority and that all documentation is complete per command media/policy.

Develop, support, and maintain customer relationships to ensure positive and constructive interactions.

• Manage and provide leadership for activities associated with contract management responsibilities including but not limited to:
  1. Assist in proposal preparation and contract negotiations
  2. Assessment of terms and conditions to ensure the corporation is protected from unusual risk while sustaining or improving the future financial goals
  3. Representing and providing recommendations to executive leadership aligned with Voyager strategy
  4. Coordinate and drive to resolution key business issues with legal, risk management, and corporate contracts
  5. Contract closeouts and interface with Supply Chain leadership to ensure relevant contracting requirements are communicated and incorporated.
• Experience in the development of proposals, proposal cost structure, performance requirements, delivery schedules, and negotiations
• Experience leading direct reports
• Demonstrated ability to shape results in support of objectives, including ability to communicate and influence executive leadership
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with complex customers

Required Qualifications: 

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).
• You have 10-15 years of experience in a highly dynamic role in a technology, defense, or aerospace company
• Proactive communication and polished interpersonal abilities, with a focus on customer service.
• You are highly analytical and love solving complex, cross-functional problems in a people’s centric way
• You are both high ownership and low ego, approaching everything with strong outcome orientation and high humility
• You are Incredibly detail oriented and data-driven
• You are an incredibly fast learner
• You are insatiably curious
• You are tactical
• You are passionate about technology and efficiency
• You are highly operational 

Please click “Apply” to submit your application. 

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence. 

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.  

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. 

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

Job Summary: 

Each Vice President General Manager is the senior executive responsible for Voyager Technologies’ individual line of business, with full P&L ownership across a broad. This role leads strategy, execution, and performance, overseeing distributed teams to ensure cost, quality, schedule, and margin discipline.

A hands-on operator, this leader will strengthen operating rigor, build scalable systems and teams, and play a central role in integrating new product groups as Voyager expands its platforms.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide full P&L leadership for the individual line of business, with accountability for revenue growth, profitability, bookings, and execution against the Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
• Own and execute the business unit’s strategic roadmap and operating model, balancing near-term delivery commitments with long-term growth, innovation, and market positioning.
• Lead day-to-day operations across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, program management, business development, people, and finance, ensuring alignment to cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Drive operational excellence through disciplined execution, capacity planning, cost control, ERP utilization, labor tracking, KPIs, and performance dashboards.
• Lead the transition of key programs from development into LRIP and full-rate production, establishing scalable schedules, cost structures, and production models.
• Partner with Business Development to align product strategies, market segmentation, and pipeline execution with customer demand and profitable growth.
• Engage directly with key customers and strategic programs, serving as a senior external-facing leader, including participation in classified program environments.
• Integrate distributed groups under one singular line of business unit, which may include future acquisitions and facilities into a cohesive, scalable platform.
• Build and sustain a high-performance, mission-first culture across engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and finance, grounded in accountability and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field; MBA preferred.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance (requires US citizenship)
• 15+ years of progressive leadership in Aerospace, Space, Defense, or advanced manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success managing P&L, driving revenue growth, margin expansion, cost control, operational readiness, schedule adherence, and capacity utilization.
• Established network in the Aerospace/Defense industry, with familiarity in compliance, government contracting, and federal programs; experience engaging with DoD, prime contractor customers, Boards, investors, and clients.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams across engineering, production, manufacturing, operations, program management, finance, quality, and supply chain in multi-site or matrixed organizations.
• Experience with ERP systems, labor tracking, KPIs, and operational performance measurement.
• Hands-on, visible leadership style credible with engineers, operators, customers, and executive leadership alike.
• Experience in growth-stage, acquisition-driven, or complex organizational environments preferred.
• Active or previously held Top Secret or TS/SCI security clearance strongly preferred; ability to travel up to 50% of the time, with flexibility for on-site presence in key locations.

Please click “Apply” to submit your application. 

Voyager offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, retirement savings, wellness program, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence. 

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.  

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. 

As Senior Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for;

• Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for opto-mechanical systems
• Experience with thermal, structural, and or dynamic analysis of optical-mechanical systems a plus
• Support integration of optical elements including lenses, mirrors, and laser paths into mechanical structures
• Develop and refine pointing and stabilization mechanisms (e.g., gimbals, mounts, precision actuation systems)
• Perform tolerance analysis (GD&T) to ensure optical alignment and system performance
• Collaborate cross-functionally with optical, electrical, and systems engineering teams
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation, including troubleshooting and design iteration
• Ensure designs meet ruggedization requirements (shock, vibration, thermal stability)

Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 10-20+ years of experience in mechanical design (level flexible based on candidate)
• Experience with precision mechanical design and tight tolerance assemblies in rugged environments
• Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
• Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering environments

Salary Range: $140,000-$200,000

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

Note: Due to the nature of the work, only US citizens need apply for this position. 

Role Purpose:

The Product Safety Process & Regulatory Readiness Coordinator supports the Head of Product Safety in preparing Product Safety function for upcoming and evolving regulatory requirements, with a focus on the EU AI Act and Cyber Resilience Act.

The role is responsible for coordinating the development, adoption, and embedding of product safety–related processes, procedures, and governance mechanisms, while actively engaging internal stakeholders across engineering, digital, legal, compliance, cybersecurity, and product management. The position acts as a central integrator, ensuring alignment, traceability, and readiness rather than owning regulatory interpretation or technical implementation.

Responsibilities:

Process & Procedure Enablement

• Support the definition, documentation, and rollout of Product Safety processes and procedures addressing AI‑enabled products, digital components, and cyber resilience requirements.
• Coordinate updates to existing Product Safety frameworks to incorporate regulatory expectations related to AI risk management, secure‑by‑design principles, and lifecycle obligations.
• Ensure consistency and usability of Product Safety documentation across business units and regions.

Regulatory Readiness & Change Support

• Track regulatory developments and internal interpretations related to the EU AI Act and Cyber Resilience Act, in collaboration with Legal, Compliance, and Regulatory Affairs.
• Translate regulatory expectations into practical process impacts for Product Safety without providing legal interpretation.
• Support readiness assessments, gap analyses, and roadmap development for Product Safety–related obligations.

Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination

• Act as a key interface between Product Safety and internal stakeholders including:
• Engineering and R&D
• Digital, Software, and AI teams
• Cybersecurity and IT
• Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management
• Quality, Lifecycle Management, and Product Management
• Plan and facilitate cross‑functional workshops, working groups, and reviews to align on responsibilities, interfaces, and deliverables.
• Drive follow‑up actions and maintain accountability across stakeholders.

Governance, Tracking & Reporting

• Support the establishment of Product Safety governance structures related to AI and cyber topics (e.g., roles, decision forums, escalation paths).
• Maintain structured overviews of initiatives, milestones, dependencies, and risks.
• Prepare concise management‑level updates and materials for the Head of Product Safety and senior stakeholders.

Change Management & Awareness

• Support communication and awareness activities related to Product Safety expectations for AI‑enabled and connected products.
• Contribute to training concepts, guidance materials, and internal communications to promote consistent understanding across the organization.
• Encourage adoption of processes by focusing on clarity, pragmatism, and integration with existing ways of working.

Education and Experience:

• University degree in engineering, computer science, industrial management, or a comparable field.
• Experience in a coordination, program management, product safety, quality, regulatory, or compliance‑related role within an industrial, digital, or regulated environment.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle processes, system engineering, software‑enabled products, and/or cybersecurity concepts.
• Experience working in complex, global, cross‑functional organizations.
• Understanding of (or strong interest in) emerging regulatory topics such as AI governance, product compliance, and cyber resilience.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and coordination skills; able to manage multiple workstreams in parallel.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication capabilities across technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Ability to translate abstract regulatory or governance concepts into structured processes and practical actions.
• Structured, methodical working style with attention to detail and traceability.
• Confident facilitator of workshops and collaborative working sessions.
• Pragmatic, solution‑oriented mindset with the ability to operate in evolving and ambiguous contexts.

What Success Looks Like:

• Clear, usable Product Safety processes in place to support AI Act and Cyber Resilience Act readiness.
• Strong alignment and collaboration between Product Safety and key internal stakeholders.
• Improved transparency of responsibilities, status, and gaps related to AI and cyber product safety topics.
• The Head of Product Safety is effectively supported with structured inputs, coordinated actions, and reliable oversight.

Location: REMOTE (with strong virtual engagement across regions)

Salary Range: $120K-$150K

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience 

Are you a creative, risk-taking researcher who excels at driving innovation from the lab into the real world? Do you thrive on solving the greatest challenges in distributed systems—from AI at the edge and cybersecurity to software-defined networking—for the world’s most important autonomous machines? If you are a long-term thinker who wants to work at the intersection of product development and field-proven technology, this role is for you! 

In this role, you will join a unique research team rated in the top 1% in the country for research commercialization success. As our Principal Distributed Systems Research Engineer, you won't just be conducting research that "dies in the lab"—you will be the driving force maintaining our status as the most advanced software infrastructure in the industry, ushering in the new era of autonomous vehicles, medical robotics, and smart power systems. You will conduct cutting-edge research in distributed systems — building on a proven, data-centric foundation while exploring the hardest open problems across the full stack, from how intelligent machines communicate to how they decide and act in the real world.

✨ What You’ll Do / Responsibilities

You will work with a team of experts researching emerging technologies, coming up with novel solutions for the problems posed by our research sponsors, exploring new concepts for products, prototyping ideas, and leading small teams to develop and to enhance advanced features related to RTI’s secure real-time connectivity platform, Connext. This is an individual contributor role. Duties will include:

• Innovate new solutions that will form the foundation of secure, adaptable, and fast distributed systems.
• Create and execute long-term strategic research activities.
• Work with the business development team to define research areas of interest and define interesting research proposal topics.
• Write research proposals and project reports.
• Execute and lead research contracts to push our technology forward. Serve in the role of Principal Investigator and/or Staff Member on externally-funded research projects.
• Actively interface with research project sponsors, customers, research partners, and prospects.
• Keeping abreast of emerging technology trends and sharing your insights across RTI.
• Communicate technical innovations through papers and presentations.
• Support the transition of promising technical innovations to product including customer trials, coordinating with product management, and working closely with the engineering team to design, develop, test and support this transition.

🎯 What We’re Looking For / Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. Studies related to distributed systems, peer-to-peer networks, or computer networking. Solid understanding of computer network protocols; network and system programming, and real-time and/or high-performance applications.
• 7+ years of experience in distributed systems research.
• Excellent written communications skills, and evidence of research publications. Experience writing and winning proposals, and research project management.
• Solid programming skills (e.g. C/C++, Java, Python or other scripting languages).
• Demonstrated ability to work with cutting edge technology/hardware with little to no support.
• Ability to work successfully / actively engage with a highly distributed team.
• US Person requirement *Due to applicable laws, government regulations and contract specifications, we are required to fill this position only with an individual who qualifies as a "U.S. Person."

Don’t meet every single requirement? At RTI, we are dedicated to building a fair and inclusive workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with all qualifications in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be just the right candidate for this or another one of our open roles. Learn more about our commitment to our team, here!

🌟 What We Offer You 

• Flexible working schedule. 
• Hybrid working + Home Office Stipend to cover the costs of working from home.
• Flexible Paid Time Off + “Real Vacation Bonus,” an additional bonus for taking more than 1-week of uninterrupted vacation.
• Competitive compensation including annual bonus based on individual and company performance 
• We recognize employees for their achievements, offer great opportunities for career growth and development, and provide the tools they need to succeed.

💙 How is life at RTI

• We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years both in Spain and the US. In addition, we were listed as one of the Best Companies for Women to Advance. 
• We live and work by our core values, which emphasize excellence, teamwork, and reaching your potential. Our motto is “Enjoy the journey,” above all we must enjoy what we do and have fun at work. At RTI, you will work in a positive, supportive, diverse environment with a team that truly cares about you.
• We are defined by our “Working as One” culture and truly care about team’s interaction. That is why we plan trips for teams to get together in person, enjoy fun team-building activities and events, and feel more connected.

🌍 What We Do / About RTI

Real-Time Innovations (RTI) is the data-streaming company for intelligent distributed systems. RTI Connext® software is the critical nervous system for over 2,000 designs across Aerospace and Defense, MedTech, Automotive, and Robotics. Connext is the only real-time data streaming platform that can both control demanding physical systems and integrate them with cloud applications. RTI helps organizations develop, deploy, and scale intelligence and physical AI from edge to cloud, faster. RTI Runs a Smarter World™. Learn more at www.rti.com.

RTI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

The compensation range for this role is 170K - 240K for Sunnyvale, California. The salary range displayed on this job posting reflects a minimum and maximum target. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that this range reflects the base salary target range only, and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

For more information about how we collect and use your data, please see our Privacy Notice for US Job Applicants and Employees.

Are you a creative, risk-taking researcher who excels at driving innovation from the lab into the real world? Do you thrive on solving the greatest challenges in distributed systems—from AI at the edge and cybersecurity to software-defined networking—for the world’s most important autonomous machines? If you are a long-term thinker who wants to work at the intersection of product development and field-proven technology, this role is for you! 

In this role, you will join a unique research team rated in the top 1% in the country for research commercialization success. As our Distributed Systems Research Engineer, you won't just be conducting research that "dies in the lab"—you will be the driving force maintaining our status as the most advanced software infrastructure in the industry, ushering in the new era of autonomous vehicles, medical robotics, and smart power systems. You will conduct cutting-edge research in distributed systems — building on a proven, data-centric foundation while exploring the hardest open problems across the full stack, from how intelligent machines communicate to how they decide and act in the real world.

✨ What You’ll Do / Responsibilities

You will work with a team of experts researching emerging technologies, coming up with novel solutions for the problems posed by our research sponsors, exploring new concepts for products, prototyping ideas, and leading small teams to develop and to enhance advanced features related to RTI’s secure real-time connectivity platform, Connext. This is an individual contributor role. Duties will include:

• Innovate new solutions that will form the foundation of secure, adaptable, and fast distributed systems.
• Create and execute long-term strategic research activities.
• Work with the business development team to define research areas of interest and define interesting research proposal topics.
• Write research proposals and project reports.
• Execute and lead research contracts to push our technology forward. Serve in the role of Principal Investigator and/or Staff Member on externally-funded research projects.
• Actively interface with research project sponsors, customers, research partners, and prospects.
• Keeping abreast of emerging technology trends and sharing your insights across RTI.
• Communicate technical innovations through papers and presentations.
• Support the transition of promising technical innovations to product including customer trials, coordinating with product management, and working closely with the engineering team to design, develop, test and support this transition.

🎯 What We’re Looking For / Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. Studies related to distributed systems, peer-to-peer networks, or computer networking. Solid understanding of computer network protocols; network and system programming, and real-time and/or high-performance applications.
• 7+ years of experience in distributed systems research.
• Excellent written communications skills, and evidence of research publications. Experience writing and winning proposals, and research project management.
• Solid programming skills (e.g. C/C++, Java, Python or other scripting languages).
• Demonstrated ability to work with cutting edge technology/hardware with little to no support.
• Ability to work successfully / actively engage with a highly distributed team.
• US Person requirement *Due to applicable laws, government regulations and contract specifications, we are required to fill this position only with an individual who qualifies as a "U.S. Person."

Don’t meet every single requirement? At RTI, we are dedicated to building a fair and inclusive workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with all qualifications in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be just the right candidate for this or another one of our open roles. Learn more about our commitment to our team, here!

🌟 What We Offer You 

• Flexible working schedule. 
• Hybrid working + Home Office Stipend to cover the costs of working from home.
• Flexible Paid Time Off + “Real Vacation Bonus,” an additional bonus for taking more than 1-week of uninterrupted vacation.
• Competitive compensation including annual bonus based on individual and company performance 
• We recognize employees for their achievements, offer great opportunities for career growth and development, and provide the tools they need to succeed.

💙 How is life at RTI

• We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years both in Spain and the US. In addition, we were listed as one of the Best Companies for Women to Advance. 
• We live and work by our core values, which emphasize excellence, teamwork, and reaching your potential. Our motto is “Enjoy the journey,” above all we must enjoy what we do and have fun at work. At RTI, you will work in a positive, supportive, diverse environment with a team that truly cares about you.
• We are defined by our “Working as One” culture and truly care about team’s interaction. That is why we plan trips for teams to get together in person, enjoy fun team-building activities and events, and feel more connected.

🌍 What We Do / About RTI

Real-Time Innovations (RTI) is the data-streaming company for intelligent distributed systems. RTI Connext® software is the critical nervous system for over 2,000 designs across Aerospace and Defense, MedTech, Automotive, and Robotics. Connext is the only real-time data streaming platform that can both control demanding physical systems and integrate them with cloud applications. RTI helps organizations develop, deploy, and scale intelligence and physical AI from edge to cloud, faster. RTI Runs a Smarter World™. Learn more at www.rti.com.

RTI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

The compensation range for this role is 170K - 210K for Sunnyvale, California. The salary range displayed on this job posting reflects a minimum and maximum target. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that this range reflects the base salary target range only, and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

For more information about how we collect and use your data, please see our Privacy Notice for US Job Applicants and Employees.

Are you a creative, risk-taking researcher who excels at driving innovation from the lab into the real world? Do you thrive on solving the greatest challenges in distributed systems—from AI at the edge and cybersecurity to software-defined networking—for the world’s most important autonomous machines? If you are a long-term thinker who wants to work at the intersection of product development and field-proven technology, this role is for you! 

In this role, you will join a unique research team rated in the top 1% in the country for research commercialization success. As our Principal Distributed Systems Research Engineer, you won't just be conducting research that "dies in the lab"—you will be the driving force maintaining our status as the most advanced software infrastructure in the industry, ushering in the new era of autonomous vehicles, medical robotics, and smart power systems. You will conduct cutting-edge research in distributed systems — building on a proven, data-centric foundation while exploring the hardest open problems across the full stack, from how intelligent machines communicate to how they decide and act in the real world.

✨ What You’ll Do / Responsibilities

You will work with a team of experts researching emerging technologies, coming up with novel solutions for the problems posed by our research sponsors, exploring new concepts for products, prototyping ideas, and leading small teams to develop and to enhance advanced features related to RTI’s secure real-time connectivity platform, Connext. This is an individual contributor role. Duties will include:

• Innovate new solutions that will form the foundation of secure, adaptable, and fast distributed systems.
• Create and execute long-term strategic research activities.
• Work with the business development team to define research areas of interest and define interesting research proposal topics.
• Write research proposals and project reports.
• Execute and lead research contracts to push our technology forward. Serve in the role of Principal Investigator and/or Staff Member on externally-funded research projects.
• Actively interface with research project sponsors, customers, research partners, and prospects.
• Keeping abreast of emerging technology trends and sharing your insights across RTI.
• Communicate technical innovations through papers and presentations.
• Support the transition of promising technical innovations to product including customer trials, coordinating with product management, and working closely with the engineering team to design, develop, test and support this transition.

🎯 What We’re Looking For / Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. Studies related to distributed systems, peer-to-peer networks, or computer networking. Solid understanding of computer network protocols; network and system programming, and real-time and/or high-performance applications.
• 7+ years of experience in distributed systems research.
• Excellent written communications skills, and evidence of research publications. Experience writing and winning proposals, and research project management.
• Solid programming skills (e.g. C/C++, Java, Python or other scripting languages).
• Demonstrated ability to work with cutting edge technology/hardware with little to no support.
• Ability to work successfully / actively engage with a highly distributed team.
• US Person requirement *Due to applicable laws, government regulations and contract specifications, we are required to fill this position only with an individual who qualifies as a "U.S. Person."

Don’t meet every single requirement? At RTI, we are dedicated to building a fair and inclusive workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with all qualifications in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be just the right candidate for this or another one of our open roles. Learn more about our commitment to our team, here!

🌟 What We Offer You 

• Flexible working schedule. 
• Hybrid working + Home Office Stipend to cover the costs of working from home.
• Flexible Paid Time Off + “Real Vacation Bonus,” an additional bonus for taking more than 1-week of uninterrupted vacation.
• Competitive compensation including annual bonus based on individual and company performance 
• We recognize employees for their achievements, offer great opportunities for career growth and development, and provide the tools they need to succeed.

💙 How is life at RTI

• We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years both in Spain and the US. In addition, we were listed as one of the Best Companies for Women to Advance. 
• We live and work by our core values, which emphasize excellence, teamwork, and reaching your potential. Our motto is “Enjoy the journey,” above all we must enjoy what we do and have fun at work. At RTI, you will work in a positive, supportive, diverse environment with a team that truly cares about you.
• We are defined by our “Working as One” culture and truly care about team’s interaction. That is why we plan trips for teams to get together in person, enjoy fun team-building activities and events, and feel more connected.

🌍 What We Do / About RTI

Real-Time Innovations (RTI) is the data-streaming company for intelligent distributed systems. RTI Connext® software is the critical nervous system for over 2,000 designs across Aerospace and Defense, MedTech, Automotive, and Robotics. Connext is the only real-time data streaming platform that can both control demanding physical systems and integrate them with cloud applications. RTI helps organizations develop, deploy, and scale intelligence and physical AI from edge to cloud, faster. RTI Runs a Smarter World™. Learn more at www.rti.com.

RTI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

The compensation range for this role is 145K - 200K for Denver, Colorado. The salary range displayed on this job posting reflects a minimum and maximum target. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that this range reflects the base salary target range only, and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

For more information about how we collect and use your data, please see our Privacy Notice for US Job Applicants and Employees.

Are you a creative, risk-taking researcher who excels at driving innovation from the lab into the real world? Do you thrive on solving the greatest challenges in distributed systems—from AI at the edge and cybersecurity to software-defined networking—for the world’s most important autonomous machines? If you are a long-term thinker who wants to work at the intersection of product development and field-proven technology, this role is for you! 

In this role, you will join a unique research team rated in the top 1% in the country for research commercialization success. As our Distributed Systems Research Engineer, you won't just be conducting research that "dies in the lab"—you will be the driving force maintaining our status as the most advanced software infrastructure in the industry, ushering in the new era of autonomous vehicles, medical robotics, and smart power systems. You will conduct cutting-edge research in distributed systems — building on a proven, data-centric foundation while exploring the hardest open problems across the full stack, from how intelligent machines communicate to how they decide and act in the real world.

✨ What You’ll Do / Responsibilities

You will work with a team of experts researching emerging technologies, coming up with novel solutions for the problems posed by our research sponsors, exploring new concepts for products, prototyping ideas, and leading small teams to develop and to enhance advanced features related to RTI’s secure real-time connectivity platform, Connext. This is an individual contributor role. Duties will include:

• Innovate new solutions that will form the foundation of secure, adaptable, and fast distributed systems.
• Create and execute long-term strategic research activities.
• Work with the business development team to define research areas of interest and define interesting research proposal topics.
• Write research proposals and project reports.
• Execute and lead research contracts to push our technology forward. Serve in the role of Principal Investigator and/or Staff Member on externally-funded research projects.
• Actively interface with research project sponsors, customers, research partners, and prospects.
• Keeping abreast of emerging technology trends and sharing your insights across RTI.
• Communicate technical innovations through papers and presentations.
• Support the transition of promising technical innovations to product including customer trials, coordinating with product management, and working closely with the engineering team to design, develop, test and support this transition.

🎯 What We’re Looking For / Requirements

• Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field. Studies related to distributed systems, peer-to-peer networks, or computer networking. Solid understanding of computer network protocols; network and system programming, and real-time and/or high-performance applications.
• 7+ years of experience in distributed systems research.
• Excellent written communications skills, and evidence of research publications. Experience writing and winning proposals, and research project management.
• Solid programming skills (e.g. C/C++, Java, Python or other scripting languages).
• Demonstrated ability to work with cutting edge technology/hardware with little to no support.
• Ability to work successfully / actively engage with a highly distributed team.
• US Person requirement *Due to applicable laws, government regulations and contract specifications, we are required to fill this position only with an individual who qualifies as a "U.S. Person."

Don’t meet every single requirement? At RTI, we are dedicated to building a fair and inclusive workplace so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with all qualifications in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may be just the right candidate for this or another one of our open roles. Learn more about our commitment to our team, here!

🌟 What We Offer You 

• Flexible working schedule. 
• Hybrid working + Home Office Stipend to cover the costs of working from home.
• Flexible Paid Time Off + “Real Vacation Bonus,” an additional bonus for taking more than 1-week of uninterrupted vacation.
• Competitive compensation including annual bonus based on individual and company performance 
• We recognize employees for their achievements, offer great opportunities for career growth and development, and provide the tools they need to succeed.

💙 How is life at RTI

• We have been certified as a Great Place to Work for seven consecutive years both in Spain and the US. In addition, we were listed as one of the Best Companies for Women to Advance. 
• We live and work by our core values, which emphasize excellence, teamwork, and reaching your potential. Our motto is “Enjoy the journey,” above all we must enjoy what we do and have fun at work. At RTI, you will work in a positive, supportive, diverse environment with a team that truly cares about you.
• We are defined by our “Working as One” culture and truly care about team’s interaction. That is why we plan trips for teams to get together in person, enjoy fun team-building activities and events, and feel more connected.

🌍 What We Do / About RTI

Real-Time Innovations (RTI) is the data-streaming company for intelligent distributed systems. RTI Connext® software is the critical nervous system for over 2,000 designs across Aerospace and Defense, MedTech, Automotive, and Robotics. Connext is the only real-time data streaming platform that can both control demanding physical systems and integrate them with cloud applications. RTI helps organizations develop, deploy, and scale intelligence and physical AI from edge to cloud, faster. RTI Runs a Smarter World™. Learn more at www.rti.com.

RTI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

The compensation range for this role is 145K - 170K for Denver, Colorado. The salary range displayed on this job posting reflects a minimum and maximum target. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that this range reflects the base salary target range only, and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

For more information about how we collect and use your data, please see our Privacy Notice for US Job Applicants and Employees.

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