Awetomaton Ltd · 12 hours ago
Space Domain Awareness Engineer
Beavercreek, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAwetomaton is a Dayton-based defense startup that specializes in satellite collection and is seeking a Space Domain Awareness Engineer to support SDA initiatives. The role involves designing, implementing, and validating collection strategies and algorithms for space object characterization and requires effective communication with stakeholders and technical expertise in sensor planning and data fusion.
Cloud Data ServicesDevOpsInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with technical & operational stakeholders
Demonstrate initiative when faced with limited guidance or ambiguous requirements
Design and evaluate SDA collection strategies for unresolved and resolved observations
Define collection configurations (e.g., bandwidth, integration time, wavelength, duration, tracking rate, sensor jogs)
Support sensor planning, tipping and cueing, and multi-sensor tasking approaches
Develop and validate multi-hypothesis state estimation algorithms for non-cooperative or maneuvering objects
Perform orbit determination and refinement (IOD, Batch Differential Correction)
Maintain and assess custody of high-interest objects (e.g., satellites, FOBS, ASAT-related objects)
Apply super-resolution techniques (e.g., Drizzle) to improve resolved collections
Use Ansys STK and Python to model sensors, orbits, access, and collection performance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Astrodynamics, Computer Science, or related field
3+ years of experience in Space Domain Awareness, SSA, or orbital analysis
Proficiency in Python for scientific computing and estimation
Experience with orbit determination (IOD, BatchDC)
Familiarity with Ansys STK and SDA sensor modeling concepts
Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, estimation theory, and sensor geometry
Active Top Secret security clearance required
Preferred
Master's or PhD in a relevant technical discipline
Experience with multi-sensor data fusion and multi-hypothesis estimation
Familiarity with SGP4 and SP-based propagation (e.g., HPOP)
Experience supporting DoD, IC, or commercial SDA missions
Benefits
Flexible time off totaling 36 days / year. No approvals required.
100% 401k company match up to IRS annual limits. This is a benefit of up to $23,500 for 2025.
Health plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield with Health Savings Account (HSA). We pay 95% of employee premiums including family plans.
Employee favorite: Tech and Wellness reimbursement of $3000 / year. Treat yourself with the newest gadgets or athletic gear. No approvals required.
Annual profit sharing as 401k contribution. No set percent and dependent on annual company performance. Benefit is above and beyond 401k match.
Windows or MacBook laptop and well-equipped office spaces for optimal productivity in office and on-the-go.
Company
Awetomaton Ltd
Awetomaton is a team of curious, tenacious, and seasoned analysts and engineers. Let us make your cloud and data adventure a joy.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Mike Holt
Founding Partner
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