Omitron is seeking a Conjunction Assessment Analyst to support NASA's Conjunction Assessment and Risk Analysis (CARA) team in a hybrid capacity, with on-site support at our Colorado Springs, Colorado office. The CARA analyst team collaborates across engineering, operations, and industry partners to advance conjunction assessment methodologies in support of NASA's risk mitigation mission. The selected candidate will perform advanced technical research, contribute to the operational implementation of new concepts, and support the prediction and anticipation of future conjunction assessment needs. This role blends applied research, operational integration, and technical leadership within a highly collaborative environment.
Responsibilities:
Minimum Requirements:
US Citizenship required
Security Clearance: None required
Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Astrodynamics, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline
Experience:
4-6 years of relevant professional experience
Experience in one or more of the following areas: orbit determination, orbital mechanics, covariance analysis, collision avoidance, statistics, applied mathematics, applied physics, or related technical field
Experience with mathematical computing tools such as MATLAB or Python
Strong presentation and technical communication skills
Certifications: None required
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Master's or PhD in Astrodynamics, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical field
Experience:
Previously published research related to conjunction assessment or related disciplines
Strong research and analytical methodology development experience
Experience transitioning research concepts into operational environments
Certifications: None required
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this role is $100,000 to $125,000, depending on relevant experience, location, and other factors.
Benefits include:
Company Overview:
Omitron is an Aerospace Engineering and Information Technology small business firm headquartered in Beltsville, Maryland, with a field office located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Since 1984, Omitron has provided excellence in engineering services and product development to government and industry customers for both civilian and military aerospace programs.
Omitron recognizes that outstanding people are the key to our success. Our goal is to select highly qualified and motivated individuals and provide them with an environment necessary to stimulate and nurture engineering and business objectives. Omitron offers its employees competitive salaries, a full benefits package, and excellent career growth opportunities. We welcome talented professionals who wish to take advantage of the opportunities we offer.
At Omitron, we believe that a workplace that fosters innovation and collaboration will be a successful one. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
Per Title VII, our hiring decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and experience, in accordance with our commitment to equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination policies. We welcome all individuals who share our passion for excellence and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. We also support a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Our workplace initiatives are open to all and designed to create a culture of belonging for everyone.
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