Mission Planner (Secret Clearance) at Maxar Technologies

Longmont, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Geospatial Intelligence, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen with an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, geography, remote sensing, GIS, or related field (four additional years of experience in related field may be substituted for a degree)
Minimum of 2 years of experience in project and/or task management
Proficiency in Windows and Linux environments
Must be willing and able to perform 24/7 rotational shift work

Responsibilities

Monitor and execute tactical near-term collection strategies, supporting project and service level agreements
Monitor data and factory flows from planning, product generation into layout and delivery, and perform initial QC of images as they enter the factory flow
Perform necessary ground troubleshooting following an established set of procedures and work with MOC personnel during anomaly resolution
Communicate effectively with leads, engineers and other stakeholders when troubleshooting beyond the scope of existing procedures
Escalate operational issues as needed with team management and technical support teams

Skills

Mission Planning

Satellite Collection

Troubleshooting

Anomaly Resolution

Quality Control

Business Intelligence

Weather Data Analysis

Geospatial Intelligence

Factory Flow Monitoring

Maxar Technologies

Earth intelligence and space infrastructure solutions

About Maxar Technologies

Maxar Technologies specializes in Earth intelligence and space infrastructure, providing essential solutions for both government and commercial clients. The company offers services that help clients monitor and understand changes on our planet, including global broadband communications and advanced capabilities for space exploration. Maxar utilizes its extensive experience and commercial technology to deliver solutions that are fast, scalable, and cost-effective. Unlike many competitors, Maxar focuses on delivering precise and reliable data that supports informed decision-making and strategic planning. The company's goal is to generate value through contracts and partnerships, ensuring clients have the information they need to navigate complex global challenges.

Richmond Hill, CanadaHeadquarters

1957Year Founded

$58.1MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Government & Public Sector, AerospaceIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Risks

Data breach could lead to reputational damage and legal liabilities.

Layoffs may impact operational efficiency and employee morale.

GPS-free navigation development may face technical challenges and high costs.

Differentiation

Maxar specializes in complete space solutions and geospatial intelligence.

The company leverages decades of mission expertise for high-value solutions.

Maxar offers GPS-free navigation using 3D maps for drones and airplanes.

Upsides

Partnership with Satellogic enhances defense monitoring capabilities.

Divestment of WeatherDesk allows focus on core space infrastructure.

Global availability on SkyWatch platform boosts satellite imagery accessibility.

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