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Slingshot Aerospace · 18 hours ago

Space Surveillance Field Technician

Slingshot Aerospace is a company focused on the installation and integration of their Global Sensor Network systems. The Space Surveillance Field Technician will be responsible for hands-on installation, testing, and maintenance of space surveillance systems, requiring significant travel to various deployment locations.

AerospaceAnalyticsSimulationSoftware
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Responsibilities

Must be eligible to obtain or maintain US Government Security Clearance
Travel up to 70% of the time to global sensor locations for system installation, maintenance, and upgrades
Must be capable of international travel to remote locations
Perform hands-on field installation, alignment, calibration, and testing of GSN hardware and software systems
Conduct on-site diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs to resolve technical issues efficiently
Ensure all installations comply with engineering drawings, standards, and environmental requirements
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to document installation and maintenance procedures
Provide detailed performance reports, site assessments, and recommendations for improvement
Support logistics planning, including packaging, shipping, and customs coordination for deployments
Maintain accurate records in inventory and asset management systems
Contribute to training materials
Other responsibilities up to 10%

Qualification

Field installationTroubleshootingMechanical systemsElectrical systemsLinuxCloud application toolingOptical systemsCustomer-success-drivenPositive personalityCommunicationDocumentation skillsProblem-solving

Required

Must be eligible to obtain or maintain US Government Security Clearance
Travel up to 70% of the time to global sensor locations for system installation, maintenance, and upgrades
Must be capable of international travel to remote locations
Perform hands-on field installation, alignment, calibration, and testing of GSN hardware and software systems
Conduct on-site diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs to resolve technical issues efficiently
Ensure all installations comply with engineering drawings, standards, and environmental requirements
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to document installation and maintenance procedures
Provide detailed performance reports, site assessments, and recommendations for improvement
Support logistics planning, including packaging, shipping, and customs coordination for deployments
Maintain accurate records in inventory and asset management systems
Contribute to training materials
Associates degree in a engineering discipline or equivalent of 3 Years Field Technician experience with robotic, optical, or automation systems
2+ years of experience in operations and/or sustainment
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Ability to travel up to 75% of the time within and outside of the United States to support sensor installations and repairs
Strong problem-solving and hands-on technical skills in mechanical, electrical, or computer systems
Working knowledge of Linux and cloud application tooling
Ability to read and interpret schematics
Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints
Ability to lift 55 lbs. Regularly as needed
Ability to work long periods in both hot and cold temperature environments

Preferred

Observatory operations and/or telescope sustainment experience
Knowledge of optical systems and experience working with telescopes
Customer-success-driven, hands-on, action-oriented, positive personality
Experience or a keen interest in learning about optical telescope systems

Company

Slingshot Aerospace

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Slingshot Aerospace builds space data, analytics, and simulation solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$148.94M
Key Investors
Trinity CapitalSway VenturesHorizon Technology Finance
2025-09-30Series Unknown
2024-09-12Debt Financing· $30M
2023-06-23Debt Financing· $8.42M

Leadership Team

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Tim Solms
CEO & Board Director
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