Slingshot Aerospace · 1 hour ago
Space Surveillance Engineer II
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
4+ years expSlingshot Aerospace is focused on enhancing the security, safety, and sustainability of space. As a Space Surveillance Engineer II, you will be involved in the development of algorithms and systems for satellite and space debris detection and tracking.
AerospaceAnalyticsSimulationSoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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)
Qualification
Required
Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required for this role
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 Aurora, 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
Preferred
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
Company
Slingshot Aerospace
Slingshot Aerospace builds space data, analytics, and simulation solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$148.94MKey Investors
Trinity CapitalSway VenturesHorizon Technology Finance
2025-09-30Series Unknown
2024-09-12Debt Financing· $30M
2023-06-23Debt Financing· $8.42M
Leadership Team
Tim Solms
CEO & Board Director
Scott Humphrys
Chief Operating Officer
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