Orbital Analyst

Orbital Analyst Job Tracking ID :

85347-367805

Job Level :

Mid Career (2+ years)

Level of Education :

Masters Degree

Job Type :

Full-Time/Regular

Date Updated :

03/25/2026

Starting Date :

05/05/2026

Radford Job Code :

5103

Travel Requirement :

Domestic

Compensation :

Capabilities :

Space

Salary :

$100,000 USD Annually - $140,000 USD Annually

Years Of Experience :

003 Job Description Readiness Delivered. Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services. We are cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers working collaboratively to solve our customers' toughest challenges. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. We are seeking an Orbital Analyst to work a hybrid schedule and join our flight dynamics software team supporting critical 24x7 space operations and software development. In this role you'll be working with our Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) flight dynamics products to support both internal and external customers.

Develop & Innovate:

Build and maintain orbit databases for use in COTS flight dynamics products, ensuring optimal performance for mission-critical operations. Built from specifications and requirements

Design & Optimize:

Apply and refine orbit design and optimization guidelines for our 24x7 operational systems

Solve Complex Problems:

Analyze customer requirements, identify gaps, and design product enhancements to meet evolving mission needs

Provide Expert Support:

Serve as a technical liaison between users and our flight dynamics products, troubleshooting issues and delivering solutions

Collaborate:

Work directly with customers for product reviews, installations, and testing

Experience and Skills Education:

Master's or Doctorate degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution

Experience:

Minimum 2 years in orbit analysis Minimum 2 years in application or product development

Technical Expertise:

Strong foundation in orbital mechanics and celestial mechanics Experience with flight dynamics analysis and operations Proficiency with COTS flight dynamics software

Preferred Skills/Experience:

Software development experience in C/C++, Python or Java Familiarity with orbital analysis tools (STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, or similar) Experience supporting 24x7 operational systems Background in satellite operations or mission design Strong customer service and communication skills Experience with a configuration management system such as Git or Subversion Experience with the software development lifecycle #LI-Hybrid Competitive salary based on experience and education Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And we always deliver. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Job Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time-Off (PTO) Holidays Education Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.