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# Orbit Analyst - Software Engineer

- **Company:** Kratos Space Training & Cyber
- **Location:** Riverdale Park, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Databases, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Subversion, Orbital Mechanics, Git, Operational Systems
- **Published:** October 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18623358/Orbit-Analyst-Software-Engineer-Maryland-Riverdale

## About the Role

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

Experience:

 * Minimum 5 years in orbit analysis
 * Minimum 5 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

## Description

* 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

Keyword: C++, Java, SQL, Windows, Linux