Job Application for Rockstar at Orbital Operations

About Orbital Operations

At Orbital Operations, we’re building the future of dynamic space maneuvering. Our mission is to enable rapid-response orbital capabilities, executing maneuvers without hesitation and without regret.

Our flagship technology, the Cryogenic Propulsion Management System (CPMS), is redefining what’s possible in space mobility. Designed for military and commercial spacecraft, CPMS delivers sustained, high-thrust maneuverability in geosynchronous and cislunar orbits. It integrates low-loss cryogenic storage, reverse Brayton cycle (RBC) thermal control, and turbomachinery-driven propulsion to make spacecraft more agile, resilient, and responsive.

Beyond defense, CPMS is poised to transform commercial orbital logistics. By powering next-generation orbital transfer vehicles (OTVs), it can slash LEO-to-GEO transit times from six months to just eight hours—unlocking new possibilities for satellite servicing, deployment, and beyond.

Join us in building the infrastructure for a more maneuverable and mission-ready space domain.

About the role

Don't see what you're looking for in our other positions? No problem.

Are you a rockstar?

We’re looking for incredible people who love tackling all elements of a problem, no matter the field or experience level. If you love owning a challenge from end-to-end, then we want to hear from you! We’re looking for people curious, driven, and ready to move fast. You’ll need to be self-directed, adaptable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment where the stakes are high and the mission is clear.

Qualifications

Exceptional command of fundamentals
Demonstrated history of building amazing things, start to finish
Excellent written and verbal communication

Opportunities are available across our engineering teams, including:

Cryogenic Propellant Management
Turbomachinery
Fluids Design and Analysis
Liquid Rocket Propulsion
Space Vehicle Structures
Test and Integration
Manufacturing and Assembly

If you’re ready to help build the future of orbital operations, we’d love to hear from you.

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