Space-Based Remote Sensing Systems Expert
Core
Provide technical, analytical, and programmatic support for licensing and compliance analysis of U.S. private space-based remote sensing systems for NOAA.
Role type
Senior IC space systems regulatory analyst (project leader)
Builds
Regulatory compliance assessments and technical reports for NOAA's Office of Commercial Remote Sensing Regulatory Affairs
Domain
Space systems engineering + U.S. federal regulatory compliance
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
space system design/development/operation, electro-optical sensor design/test, synthetic aperture radar design/test, imagery product/data analysis, space operations analysis, space-related regulatory operations, commercial space policy analysis, corporate governance vetting
Preferred skills
identifying unasked customer needs, knowledge of U.S. private remote sensing industry frontrunners, hands-on space system design/development/operation, imagery analysis/image formation operational use, active TS/SCI clearance
Technologies
electro-optical sensors, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), ground networks, cloud-based satellite operations, mission operations, flight control, satellite bus/payload design, orbit mechanics, satellite decay/deorbit analysis, communications systems, radiofrequency performance
Responsibilities
Evaluate technical collection capabilities, system architecture, and operational activities for licensing compliance; conduct technical assessments of system capabilities against Federal law and NOAA licenses; coordinate subject-matter experts for technical consultation; interface with U.S. Government partners on licensing and compliance; participate in investigative plans including on-site inspections of ground components and facilities; deliver comprehensive reports documenting technical specifications and recommendations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with project leadership
