Space Surveillance Systems Technician

Slingshot Aerospace•Windsor, CO

8d•$60,800 - $101,300•Hybrid

About The Position

At Slingshot Aerospace, we're on a mission to make space safer and more secure for everyone. Our work directly impacts global security, disaster response, climate monitoring, and the critical infrastructure that connects our world. We're a 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're not afraid to fail, and we believe the best ideas can come from anywhere—whether you're in engineering, sales, product, or operations. If you want to work on something that truly matters, with people who care deeply about the impact we're making and help shape the future of an industry that's just getting started, you're in the right place. As a Space Surveillance Systems 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 50% 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 conduct hands-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 maintenance tasks 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. Slingshot Aerospace cares deeply about our commitment to company values, mission, and purpose. The core competencies we will be looking to identify include: intellectual agility, ability to develop innovative solutions, leadership, performance-orientation, and industry expertise.

Requirements

3+ Years of Field Technician experience with optical, electrical, robotic, or automated systems OR bachelor's degree in computer science or an engineering discipline
Excellent communication, documentation, and customer-facing interpersonal skills
Ability to travel up to 50% 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, drawings, and blueprints
Ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly during installation
Ability to work long periods in both hot and cold temperature environments
Must be eligible to obtain or maintain US Government Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in operations and/or sustainment
Experience with preventative maintenance and standard work procedures
Knowledge or experience with RF or electronic warfare
Observatory operations and/or telescope sustainment experience
QA/QC, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies preferred

Responsibilities

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%