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Katalyst Space · Broomfield, CO · Space Systems · first seen 2026-07-25
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About Katalyst

Katalyst is an American technology company focused on dynamic space operations. We are building a fleet of dual-use multipurpose robotic space vehicles to enable maneuvering, upgrading, refueling, resupply and exploration as routine operations in space. We develop foundational capabilities that make sustained, responsive operations possible.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture and Investigation

  • Architect solutions for space mission objectives around space domain awareness and RPOD with emphasis on autonomy, from hardware and software perspectives
  • Evaluate and select appropriate techniques such as machine learning methods, physics-informed solutions, stochastic methods, Kalman Filters
  • Assist in proposal capture efforts with feasibility analysis and engage with private/public partners, Department of Defense, Other Government Agencies, and commercial partnerships

Architecture Design

  • Develop architecture, lead trade studies and lead GNC team from conceptualization to flight for RPOD missions
  • Design algorithms, simulations, and tools for orbit determination, state estimation, uncertainty propagation to support space domain awareness efforts
  • Analyze and source datasets for training and validation of algorithm performance
  • Build and test modeling and simulation tools for orbital/cislunar dynamics, sensor modeling, and visualization
  • Six degree of freedom modeling, simulation and validation of spacecraft dynamics, sensors and algorithms for RPOD missions

Implementation

  • Collaborate with software and GNC teams to implement algorithms in flight software
  • Support hardware-in-the-loop testing for integrated system validation
  • Design concepts of operations that balance thermal, power, momentum and communications for spacecraft missions
  • Provide mission operations training and support

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical engineering discipline
  • 0-3 years of experience in guidance, navigation, and control
  • Software development experience in Python
  • Experience developing, debugging, and deploying GNC sensors, effectors and algorithms in real world applications
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, demanding start-up atmosphere
  • Proven ability to lead a project from conception to completion

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with cradle-to-grave spacecraft design, testing, verification/validation and in-orbit mission operations
  • Expertise in guidance, navigation or control
  • Experience with multi-body astrodynamics
  • Experience with Git, Linux and Basilisk
  • Software development experience in C/C++
  • Capable of identifying and solving complex problems with little to no supervision or direction
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

  • Base salary: $90,000 - $150,000 annually
  • Stock options and equity through Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan
  • Relocation bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Catered lunches

Additional Information

Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed. Work on U.S. Department of Defense projects requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Katalyst must ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before employment commencement.