Laser Analyst

Omitron, Inc.

Alexandria, VA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Employee Retention, Environmental Monitoring, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Flexible Spending Accounts, Government, Hazard Analysis, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Insurance, Laser Communications, Laser Science, Life Insurance, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Military, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Optical Engineering, Performance Analysis, Physics, Procedure Development, Product Development, Realtime Operating System, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Reimbursement, Satellite Operations, Small Business, Space Operations, Technical Analysis, Technical Operations, Time Management, United States Citizen, Vision Plan

LOCATION

Alexandria, VA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Omitron is seeking a Laser Analyst to join our team in Alexandria, VA. Analysts will conduct routine screening and assessment of laser activity and potential laser-related hazards impacting on-orbit satellite operations. As part of a highly technical operations environment, analysts will support the identification, evaluation, and communication of laser-related safety-of-flight risks to satellite operators and government stakeholders.
These operations support the protection of U.S. space assets across all phases of the satellite life cycle, including launch, on-orbit operations, anomaly resolution, and end-of-life disposal. Analysts will work alongside senior scientists, engineers, and mission partners to develop technical expertise in laser hazard analysis and space environment monitoring while contributing to one of the premier spaceflight safety teams supporting national security missions.

Responsibilities:

Train on complex aerospace and space-domain awareness systems designed to detect and assess laser activity affecting satellites
Conduct analysis of potential laser illumination events and evaluate impacts to satellite sensors and subsystems
Interface with satellite constellation operators to provide timely information regarding identified laser-related hazards
Act as a subject matter contributor in laser hazard analysis within the broader space environment context
Learn system functions and troubleshoot basic system anomalies
Submit operational reports documenting system performance, detected events, and analytic findings
Collaborate with advanced analysts and system-tier support to develop temporary procedures in support of evolving operational requirements
Prepare and deliver briefings to mid- and senior-level management on laser-related spaceflight safety activities
Evaluate incoming data for reasonableness, consistency, and operational impact
Remain adaptable to shifting priorities in a real-time operations environment

Minimum Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship required
Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph required
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Optical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar STEM discipline
Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in Laser Analysis, Optical Systems, Space Domain Awareness, Orbital Analysis, or related technical field (experience may be considered in lieu of degree)

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with laser propagation principles and atmospheric effects
Experience supporting space operations or government customers
Red Hat Linux experience
Windows experience
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Experience analyzing technical sensor or environmental data

Benefits include:

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
HSA or FSA accounts
Company paid ST/LT Disability and AD&D insurance
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Vacation Leave and Sick Leave
Parental Leave
401k with company match
Supplemental Insurance options like AFLAC
Professional Development Reimbursement
Voluntary Life Insurance

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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Omitron, Inc.

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