Space Surveillance Field Technician

At Slingshot Aerospace,we'reon a mission to make space safer and more securefor everyone. Our work directlyimpactsglobal security, disaster response, climate monitoring, and the critical infrastructure that connects our world.We'rea team of builders, thinkers, and problem-solvers who believe that the next generation of space operations will be powered by better data and smarter software. We move fast,we'renot afraid to fail, and we believe the best ideas can come from anywhere-whetheryou'rein engineering, sales, product, or operations. If you want to work on something that truly matters, with people who care deeply about the impactwe'remaking and help shape the future of an industrythat'sjust getting started,you'rein the right place.

As a Space Surveillance Field Technician (Field Installation Focus), you will play a critical role in the installation, integration, and commissioning of Slingshot's Global Sensor Network (GSN) systems around the world. This position is highly field-oriented, requiring up to 70% travel to domestic and international deployment sites to ensure systems are installed, tested, and fully operational in diverse environments.

While in the field, you'll conducthands-on installation and integration activities, including site preparation, hardware setup, cabling, alignment, calibration, testing, and validation of space surveillance systems. You will ensure that all installations adhere to engineering specifications, safety standards, and operational requirements.As needed, you will execute preventative system maintenancetasks ensuring optimal system functionality

While in the office, you'll conduct remote troubleshooting of fields system diagnostics, and performance verification. You'll also perform routine system health checks, software and firmware updates, and take corrective actions as needed to maintain system uptime and data quality.

You'll work closely with engineering and operations teams to document installation procedures, field instillation results, and performance data, and will contribute to the continuous improvement of installation and maintenance processes. Your field observations will directly inform design refinements and operational best practices.

We'rebuilding a team of sharp, creative people who love solving hard problems. We value curiosity over ego, initiative over waiting for permission, and people who genuinely care about doinggreat work. Bring yourexpertise, your fresh ideas, and your drive-we'llbring the rocket fuel.

• Must be eligible to obtain or maintain US Government Security Clearance
• Travel up to 70% of the time to global sensor locations for system installation, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Must be capable of international travel to remote locations
• Perform hands-on field installation, alignment, calibration, and testing of GSN hardware and software systems.
• Conduct on-site diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs to resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Ensure all installations comply with engineering drawings, standards, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to document installation and maintenance procedures.
• Provide detailed performance reports, site assessments, and recommendations for improvement.
• Support logistics planning, including packaging, shipping, and customs coordination for deployments.
• Maintain accurate records in inventory and asset management systems.
• Contribute to training materials
• Other responsibilities up to 10%

• Associates degree in a engineering discipline or equivalent of 3 Years Field Technician experience with robotic, optical, or automation systems
• 2+ years of experience in operations and/or sustainment
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the time within and outside of the United States to support sensor installations and repairs
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on technical skills in mechanical, electrical, or computer systems.
• Working knowledge of Linux and cloud application tooling
• Ability to read and interpret schematics
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints
• Ability to lift 55 lbs. Regularly as needed
• Ability to work long periods in both hot and cold temperature environments

• Observatory operations and/or telescope sustainment experience
• Knowledge of optical systems and experience working with telescopes
• Customer-success-driven, hands-on, action-oriented, positive personality
• Experience or a keen interest in learning about optical telescope systems

We'rebuilding a constellation here, not looking for identical satellites. Every member of the team brings different capabilities to the same mission. If your orbit intersects with ours andyou'remission-ready, send it.

Location: Windsor, CO, USA or Northern Colorado

Classification: Full time Exempt (learned professional exemption)