Orbital Operations jobs

Orbit Operations Engineer Hawthorne HQ, Hawthorne, California, United States At Reflect, you will be expected to move fast, have a lot of ownership and, most importantly, be able to effect change. If this excites you, we are interested in hearing about your best work and accomplishments across any domain and from any points in your life. About the Role As an Orbit Operations Engineer, you'll own both the day-to-day operation of our spacecraft and the development of the operational infrastructure that makes it all work. This is a high-ownership role on a small, collaborative mission operations team - you won't just execute procedures, you'll write them, improve them, and help define how we operate as a company. You'll monitor spacecraft health, investigate anomalies, plan maneuvers, and coordinate ground station passes. You'll also build and refine the tools, scripts, and processes that keep our future fleet running smoothly. As our constellation grows, you'll help shape operational strategies, maintain and update mission requirements, and drive continuous improvement across our satellite and ground segment. Responsibilities - Monitor real-time telemetry and spacecraft subsystem health, identifying and responding to anomalies early - Plan and execute spacecraft maneuvers, station-keeping, and orbital adjustments - Coordinate ground station passes, command uplink, and data downlink schedules - Support launch campaigns and in-orbit testing for new satellites - Develop, validate, and maintain operational procedures and command sequences - Collaborate with spacecraft engineering teams to define CONOPS, fault management, and spacecraft procedures - Support deployment and testing of ground software updates

Orbital Analyst/Principal Orbital Analyst (*TS/SCI & Poly req) United States-Colorado-Schriever AFB | United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs

Satellite On-Orbit Operations Engineer (Starlink) Redmond, WA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SATELLITE ON-ORBIT OPERATIONS ENGINEER (STARLINK) SpaceX is leveraging its experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to more than 10M+ users worldwide, and that's only scratching the surface of the potential global impact. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we're looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team. As an engineer on this team, you'll sit at the intersection of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering - ultimately ensuring that hardware on thousands of satellites can robustly serve millions of users worldwide from low-Earth orbit while ensuring collision avoidance and space safety. You will send commands and respond to alerts to sustain peak performance of the largest constellation of satellites in the world. You will work with subsystem responsible engineers, software engineers, guidance navigation and control engineers, and network engineers to develop tools, mitigations, and upgrades to orbital assets. You will define and improve procedures for operating and monitoring new hardware versions, new Starlink satellites, and new satellite capabilities. Your work will feed directly into the designs of next-generation satellites. Through continuous

Orbital Tube Welder (Fluid Systems) Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. ORBITAL TUBE WELDER (FLUID SYSTEMS) RESPONSIBILITIES: - Follow established procedures to setup and operate the orbital welding system - Work from blueprints and approved drawings - Cut and prepare all tubing and fittings used in the welding operation - Perform setup of the welding system - Assemble and calibrate liquid controllers and systems as required - Inspect all completed assemblies using the borescope inspection system - Maintain an adequate supply of spare parts for the welding system - Maintain a clean work area - Maintain a file of all work records BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: - High school diploma or equivalency certificate - 1+ year of welding, machining or manufacturing experience OR certificate from an accredited trade skills program in A&P, manufacturing, welding, and/or electronics PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: - Certification from a formal orbital weld training program - 3+ years of orbital welding experience - Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license - TIG welding and clean room experience - Experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: - Must be able to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as needed - Must be able to work any of the following shifts: - Monday to Friday: 4:00 AM

Operations Engineer, Starlink Satellites Redmond, WA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER, STARLINK SATELLITES Starlink, our revolutionary satellite constellation, will deliver low-latency broadband internet worldwide. As an Operations Engineer within the Starlink Satellite Production team, you will drive improvement projects to ensure that safety, reliability, and process capability goals are achieved, maintained, and improved. You will be a vital part of the relationship between our development, supply chain, and production teams. You will drive the design and development of new and existing processes and infrastructure to enable our current and future generation vehicles. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, building/infrastructure, and layout upgrades to meet production, materials management, and site demand - Manage projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholders - Drive improvements to increase production throughput, reduce manufacturing build hours and quality issues, and remove waste from complex processes - Anticipate and identify challenges within the satellite manufacturing and procurement value stream, determine root cause, and develop appropriate solutions - Develop, standardize, and continuously improve key process indicators and other operations metrics. Provide detailed analyses, and drive action plans - Train technicians, engineers, and leaders on best-in-class operations practices by driving process improvement workshops; providing training and

Mission Operations Engineer Los Angeles Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge. For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles. Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more. We'd love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Mission Operations Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will own all aspects of operating our satellites-covering mission planning, onboard and ground-based automation, fault protection, anomaly response, and long-term mission success. You will work closely with both internal engineering teams and external customers to adapt our productized approach to each mission's needs, while helping shape our processes, products, and spacecraft designs. This role requires strong technical depth in spacecraft systems and mission operations, as well as the ability to lead critical responses under pressure. Responsibilities: - Develop, validate, and execute mission plans and operations products for flight vehicles.

Payload Operations Engineer Lanham, Maryland, United States AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today's five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected. Position Overview We are seeking a Payload Operations Engineer responsible for performing all activities required to operate AST satellite payload subsystems in support of constellation service and in‑orbit testing. This is a day‑staff shift position supporting each AST Satellite Operations Center (SOC), with occasional weekend, holiday, and on‑call support to ensure 24×7 payload coverage. Key Responsibilities - Support development of payload operations tools to enable efficient and automated payload tasks. - Operate payload tools to generate configuration items required for in‑orbit testing (IOT) and commercial service. - Monitor automated service/testing processes and analyze results through telemetry and log evaluation. - Coordinate payload system configuration changes to maintain commercial service levels. - Collaborate with tool developers to implement functionality updates and payload software improvements. - Troubleshoot issues in coordination with SOC, Network Operations Center (NOC), and subsystem engineering teams. - Monitor and process payload subsystem telemetry to maintain state of health, including power, thermal, and RF performance. - Maintain situational awareness of satellite, payload, and ground segment configuration and status. - Operate SOC operations software

Electrical On-orbit Hardware Reliability Engineer, Satellites (Starlink) Redmond, WA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. ELECTRICAL ON-ORBIT HARDWARE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, SATELLITES (STARLINK) SpaceX is leveraging its experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer products that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we're looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team. As a Satellite On-Orbit Hardware Reliability Engineer on Starlink, you will track, investigate, and analyze electrical and mechanical hardware failure modes on the largest space vehicle fleet in history. Your daily work will include a combination of hardware testing, on-orbit data analysis, and collaboration with design, production, and operations engineers to act in response to on-orbit hardware anomalies. You will use a mixture of electrical engineering analysis, statistical methods, and on-orbit experiments to achieve root cause for various failure mode investigations. You will provide critical

Operations Engineer, Global Operations (Starlink) Bastrop, TX SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER, GLOBAL OPERATIONS (STARLINK) Starlink, our revolutionary satellite constellation, will deliver low-latency broadband internet worldwide. As an Operations Engineer within the Starlink program, you will analyze, develop, and implement tactical and strategic business processes for the company's enterprise and government teams to create high impact, efficient, economical solutions. We are looking for problem solvers with a passion for creating a simple, high-quality customer experience. You will lead multi-disciplinary initiatives to introduce new products and features to customers around the world. You will create and maintain tight customer feedback loops across engineering and operations groups to drive end-to-end continuous improvement across the Starlink product. You will coordinate testing with key customers, measure success, and apply lessons learned to future iterations. Ideal team members are highly autonomous individuals that excel in flexible environments, are steadfast in their efforts to sustain change, have empathy for unique customer needs, and bring clarity and smart decision-making to our leadership teams that drive the organization. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Apply process improvement methodologies and tools (e.g. process mapping, problem solving, visual management, etc.) to improve the customer's ability to self-service, proactively address issues, increase speed of resolution, and scale complex processes across multiple

Operations Engineer (Starlink) Redmond, WA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER (STARLINK) Starlink is the world's first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls and more. Leveraging advanced satellites and user hardware coupled with our deep experience with both spacecraft and on-orbit operations, Starlink delivers high-speed, low-latency internet to users all over the world. As an Operations Engineer on the Starlink Satellite team, you will drive improvement projects for our Materials Management and Satellite Supply Chain organization to ensure that safety, reliability, and process capability goals are achieved, maintained, and improved. You will be a vital part of the relationship between our development, supply chain, and production teams. You will drive the design and development of new and existing processes and infrastructure to enable SpaceX to continue building and improving the world's most advanced satellite constellation. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, building/infrastructure, and layout upgrades specifically related to materials management to meet production and site demand - Manage material flow projects, and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating with and influencing stakeholders - Drive improvements to increase inventory, on-time delivery, reliability, and reduce waste - Anticipate and identify

GNC Engineer, Orbit Determination/Stargaze (Starlink) Redmond, WA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. GNC ENGINEER, ORBIT DETERMINATION/STARGAZE (STARLINK) Reliable knowledge of object orbits and accurate predictions are paramount in today's orbital environment, as they are essential to preventing collisions, ensuring mission success, and protecting critical space infrastructure. As the number of satellites and debris proliferates, advanced orbit determination capabilities enable proactive risk mitigation, fostering a sustainable space domain for exploration, communication, and scientific advancement. SpaceX is seeking talented engineers with expertise in orbit determination and object tracking to enhance our space surveillance efforts, leveraging optical or radar observations to maintain a precise catalog of space objects and support collision avoidance. This role directly contributes to the safety of the Starlink constellation, which is revolutionizing global connectivity by delivering high-speed internet to underserved regions, bridging digital divides, and enabling transformative applications in education, healthcare, and disaster response worldwide. Join us to tackle the challenges of space traffic management and drive innovations that make space safer and more accessible for humanity. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Maintain, update, and operate orbit determination tools and pipelines to support collision avoidance and space safety operations - Develop and refine image processing algorithms for object detection and data association to enhance system performance - Operate surveillance systems

Operations Engineer (Starlink Aviation) Woodinville, WA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER (STARLINK AVIATION) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to millions of users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for communities and businesses around the globe. As an Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for the performance and reliability of aviation processes. Specifically, you will work on field monitoring and investigations, troubleshooting customer support tooling, and the analysis of findings from defective hardware returns. You will build robust processes to enable efficient hardware troubleshooting and processing, top notch technical issue resolution, and efficient data pipelines for performance and reliability metrics for the aviation fleet. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead technical investigations with tight timelines by diving into isolated or fleet-wide performance or reliability issues which affect our customers

Mission Operations Responsible Engineer/Scientist Long Beach, California At Relativity Space, we're building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that's just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven't been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you'll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we're writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it's early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us. About the Team: The Interplanetary Sciences Program was established to expand access to scientific exploration across our solar system. Its mission is to make planetary research faster, more affordable, and more capable than ever before by rethinking how science missions are designed, built, and

Operations Engineer (Raptor) Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER (RAPTOR) As a Raptor engineer at SpaceX you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge, experience, and creativity to develop hardware at the cutting edge of space technology. You will build the engines that will ultimately extend humanity's reach beyond the earth and moon. The Raptor Operations Engineering team builds the machine that makes the machine, in this case the factory that builds the world's most advanced rocket engine. Factory build and expansion, process flow, machine moves, and project planning all fall under the scope of this team. Ops engineers have an eye for detail and simplicity and make that become reality on the factory floor. If you like strategic planning, juggling many different priorities, improving part flow, and spending most of your time away from your desk, a role on the operations engineering team may be for you! RESPONSIBILITIES: - Design and own factory and production area layouts following the rules of clear visual indicators and linear flow - Conduct job walks with vendors, negotiate prices and hold vendors to schedule - Host process walks of production lines, and ask questions to determine what process steps can be deleted or simplified and help kick

Operations Engineer, Spaceport Operations Starbase, TX SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER, SPACEPORT OPERATIONS The city of Starbase, incorporated in 2025, is a critical component of SpaceX's mission to make humanity multiplanetary, housing hundreds of employees and their families, and rapidly expanding. The Spaceport Facilities team manages the development and continuous improvement of residential housing, community amenities, schools, shared spaces, and related facilities. In this role, the Operations Engineer will support the team through data optimization, strategic planning, process optimization, and resource alignment to build and maintain effective residential facilities and city infrastructure. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Proactively identify operational challenges/inefficiencies within the Starbase Facilities organization, determine root cause, and develop appropriate solutions - Improve data foundation by identifying deficiencies in current data capture - Build and design data analyses, and extract actionable insights to inform decision-making across land development, maintenance, facilities, and transportation - Partner with key stakeholders across SpaceX to solve facilities-related challenges - Provide updates to cross-functional groups and recommend strategic solutions for the broader business - Address top priorities of the Spaceport Operations function by monitoring and actioning impactful requests and by driving success on strategic projects - Partner with software development resources - Overseeing contract services across the site - Review/manage/execute large contracts BASIC

Operations Engineer (Space Planning) Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER (SPACE PLANNING) The Corporate Operations Engineering team supports overall business operations through strategic planning, optimization of processes, and alignment of resources to tasks. In this role, you will work with all programs on the Hawthorne campus to develop and maintain accurate space allocations. You will be challenged to be up to date with space needs and timelines in order to help your stakeholders succeed. We are looking for an engineer with a history of managing multiple projects and providing creative solutions that will optimize operational efficiency. This position is based out of the Hawthorne campus and will require an active on-site presence. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Conduct operations engineering at a strategic level by optimizing resources, schedules, and risk under uncertainty - Manage multiple concurrent projects and execute to tight timelines while effectively communicating to and influencing stakeholders - Maintain accurate information and coordinate space planning decisions within and between campuses using a BIM or mapping software such as ArcGIS, Revit or similar - Engage leadership and Operations Engineering teams across groups to understand requirements, synchronize efforts and provide input into space strategy and utilization across the Hawthorne campus - Own and operate a plan of record

Operations Engineer (Facilities) Hawthorne, CA SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. OPERATIONS ENGINEER (FACILITIES) As a member of the infrastructure engineering team, you will apply your knowledge, experience and creativity to help design, build, and activate some of the world's most technically advanced manufacturing facilities. The Construction and Infrastructure Engineering team builds the machine that makes the machine, in this case the factory that builds the world's most advanced rocket, engine and components. Process flow, machine moves, project planning and detailed department level metrics and dashboards all fall under the scope of this role. If you like strategic planning, juggling many different priorities, improving processes, and spending your time in a dynamic work environment, then this team may be for you! This role will deport directly to the department head and serve as the resource org-wide. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Develop internal visual standards for internal work boards, JIRA queuing, PowerBI dashboards, and department workflow - Support department continuous improvement projects such as new process rollouts/standardization - Integrate with all levels of the business to understand current workflows and identify systematic gaps - Define and develop department-level metrics & associated dashboards that quantify the health of our operations and influence change - Conduct in-depth analyses through SQL queries and other data

Mission Operations Development Engineer Lanham, Maryland, United States AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today's five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected. Position Overview We are seeking a Mission Operations Development Engineer to develop, automate, and maintain the mission operations processes, tools, and procedures required for successful operation of the AST SpaceMobile satellite constellation. This role combines mission operations engineering with software-driven automation, with a strong focus on scripting satellite procedures, developing operational tooling, and enabling scalable, reliable constellation operations. This position plays a key role in shaping the day‑to‑day function of the Satellite Operations Center (SOC) and its evolution over the lifetime of the constellation. The engineer will provide operational insight into system design while building the automation and procedures used on orbit. Key Responsibilities Mission Operations & SOC Development - Develop and evolve mission operations processes and concepts of operations (ConOps) across all mission phases (LEOP, commissioning, routine operations). - Perform trade studies on SOC software tools and operational architectures. - Support SOC system design, integration, and scalability initiatives with a strong automation focus. - Configure, operate, and troubleshoot SOC operations tools and environments. Procedure Development & Automation - Develop, test, and validate

On-Orbit Execution & Planning Engineer United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs

Engineering Lead, Orbit Determination Espoo, Uusimaa, Finland Role highlights: - Engineering Lead - Orbit Determination - Location: Espoo - Department: Spacecraft Analysis, Orbit and Attitude Control / Engineering - Reports to: Engineering Manager, AOCS - Employment type: Permanent - Workplace model: Hybrid - Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required) Why this role matters: As an Engineering Lead - Orbit Determination, you'll lead a small (4-10 people) multidisciplinary team responsible for delivering accurate and reliable orbit determination capabilities that underpin ICEYE's satellite operations. Your work ensures timely and precise satellite position data, enabling mission-critical systems such as image acquisition, planning, ground station communications, and on-orbit collision avoidance. Who We Are ICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE's world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world's largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy - day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits. As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE's near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience. ICEYE is headquartered in

Executive Assistant San Carlos, California, San Carlos, California, United States Executive Assistant Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities-from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. By rethinking how energy and data are generated and distributed in space, we're unlocking entirely new ways to operate both in orbit and on Earth. Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt (co-founder of Robinhood), Cowboy Space Corp. is backed by leading investors and built by a team from top aerospace and defense organizations. We're moving quickly to solve complex technical challenges and build a new category of space infrastructure. About the Role : We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to support our Chief Operating and Chief Legal Officer. This person will play a critical role in keeping legal operations running smoothly by managing scheduling, communications, coordination, and administrative priorities across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, highly discreet, exceptionally organized, and excited to operate in a fast-moving startup environment. Responsibilities: - Manage complex calendar scheduling and meeting coordination - Coordinate internal and external communications on behalf of the Chief Operating and Chief Legal Officer. - Organize legal documents, contracts, and confidential materials - Track action items, deadlines, and follow-ups across legal initiatives

Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer Seattle, WA, United States Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities-from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. By rethinking how energy and data are generated and distributed in space, we're unlocking entirely new ways to operate both in orbit and on Earth. Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt (co-founder of Robinhood), Cowboy Space Corp. is backed by leading investors and built by a team from top aerospace and defense organizations. We're moving quickly to solve complex technical challenges and build a new category of space infrastructure. About the Role : We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer to support the development, analysis, and validation of advanced aerospace systems. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with hands-on simulation and systems engineering experience to support mission design, flight dynamics, and autonomous control system development. This position is located onsite in Seattle WA . Responsibilities: - Develop and analyze launch vehicle and spacecraft trajectories, including ascent, orbit insertion, and orbital maneuvers - Perform orbital propagation and station-keeping analysis for spacecraft operations - Support mission design including launch window analysis, delta-V budgets, and contingency planning - Interface with flight software and GNC teams to validate and optimize guidance profiles - Contribute to development of in-house simulation tools

Satellite Engineering Seattle, WA, United States Satellite Engineering About Cowboy Space Corp Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities-from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. By rethinking how energy and data are generated and distributed in space, we're unlocking entirely new ways to operate both in orbit and on Earth. Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt (co-founder of Robinhood), Cowboy Space Corp. is backed by leading investors and built by a team from top aerospace and defense organizations. We're moving quickly to solve complex technical challenges and build a new category of space infrastructure. Satellite Roles: We are hiring across multiple satellite engineering disciplines and are looking for engineers with experience designing, building, integrating, testing, or operating spacecraft systems. This is a broad opportunity for highly technical engineers who thrive in hands-on environments and want meaningful ownership over mission-critical space hardware. Depending on background and experience, engineers may work across: - Spacecraft systems engineering - Satellite integration and test - Avionics and embedded systems - Power systems - Thermal and fluid systems - Structures and mechanisms - GNC and mission operations - Payload integration - Flight software and ground systems Preferred Qualifications: - Strong aerospace engineering fundamentals - Hands-on experience with flight hardware or launch systems - Ability to work across

GNC Engineer Seattle, WA, United States GNC Engineer Cowboy Space Corp. is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our satellites operate in Low Earth Orbit to collect sunlight and enable a new class of capabilities-from powering on-orbit compute, to transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit compute to delivering secure, high-bandwidth optical data. By rethinking how energy and data are generated and distributed in space, we're unlocking entirely new ways to operate both in orbit and on Earth. Founded in 2024 by Baiju Bhatt (co-founder of Robinhood), Cowboy Space Corp. is backed by leading investors and built by a team from top aerospace and defense organizations. We're moving quickly to solve complex technical challenges and build a new category of space infrastructure. About the Role : As a GNC Engineer at Cowboy Space, you will design and implement the algorithms that control how our spacecraft orient, navigate, and maneuver in orbit. Your work will directly impact pointing accuracy, orbital control, and overall mission performance. This is a high-ownership role spanning modeling, simulation, flight software integration, and real-world testing. You'll work closely with propulsion, hardware, and software teams to ensure GNC systems perform reliably from simulation to on-orbit operations. Responsibilities: - Design and develop guidance, navigation, and control algorithms for spacecraft attitude and orbit control - Build high-fidelity simulations to model spacecraft dynamics, sensors, and actuators - Develop state estimation algorithms (e.g., Kalman filters) for navigation and attitude determination - Design control laws for