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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight tracker in Washington is $32.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.50 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a flight tracker do?

A flight tracker is a tool or software used to monitor the real-time location, status, and movement of aircraft. It provides information such as departure and arrival times, flight paths, and delays, often used by airline staff, air traffic controllers, and travelers to stay informed about flight progress. Knowledge of aviation data and navigation tools is helpful for those working with flight tracking systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a flight tracker?

To excel as a Flight Tracker, you need strong analytical and attention-to-detail skills, typically supported by a background in aviation, transportation, or logistics. Familiarity with flight tracking software, air traffic control systems, and industry-standard tools such as ADS-B and radar systems is essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are key soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accurate, timely tracking of flights and effective coordination with pilots, air traffic controllers, and airline personnel.

What is a flight tracker?

A Flight Tracker monitors and analyzes flight movements using radar, satellite data, and airline reports. Their role involves tracking aircraft in real-time, ensuring accurate departure and arrival information, and identifying potential delays or disruptions. They often work in aviation operations centers, air traffic control, or for travel service companies. Strong attention to detail and familiarity with flight tracking software are essential for this role.

What are typical work shifts and team structures for a flight tracker?

Flight Trackers often work in rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to monitor flights around the clock and ensure continuous operations. Teams may be structured within airline operations centers, airport control towers, or logistic companies, with collaborative efforts among flight coordinators, dispatchers, and air traffic controllers. The work environment is typically fast-paced and requires real-time decision-making to address flight delays, reroutes, or disruptions. Being part of a coordinated team allows Flight Trackers to share responsibilities, quickly relay updates, and maintain safe and efficient flight operations.

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Infographic showing various Flight Tracker job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $66,678 per year, or $32.1 per hour.

Space Vehicle Attitude Control Systems Engineer

VTG

Chantilly, VA • On-site

$145K - $200K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Overview

VTG is seeking a Space Vehicle Attitude Control Systems Engineer, in Chantilly, VA. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring, tracking, and reporting on progress & issues associated with spaceflight hardware currently in production and test for a classified space program.  You will be an integral participant in ACS and mechanical actuator design, requirements development & verification, and unit integration & test for a next generation spacecraft architecture.  


What will you do?
  • Review and coordinate changes to specifications, ICDs, and system level requirements documentation for ACS and propulsion subsystems.
  • Track development issues and attend unit, subsystem, system level design reviews.
  • Support launch and spacecraft on-orbit test, as required.
  • Identify and assess emerging risks and develops & evaluates proposed burn-down plans.
  • Review developer’s readiness to proceed into spacecraft test at various levels of assembly.

Do you have what it takes?
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • Bachelors Degree in Aerospace, Astronautical, or Mechanical Engineering and 9 years or more experience; Masters and 7 years or more experience; PhD or JD and 4 years or more experience. 
    • Desired education and experience with spacecraft ACS hardware and software design, manufacture, simulation, and test
  • Experience in DoD IC acquisition and program management processes.
  • Working knowledge of control theory, reaction wheel/control moment gyro, star sensor/tracker, inertial reference units/sensors, sun sensor, magnetic torque rod, GPS receiver, and control algorithm development. 
  • Experience in the design & integration of satellite buses and knowledgeable of launch & flight operations of space vehicles.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with personnel from multiple functions and at all levels of the customer organization to deliver results.

Pay Range: VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $145,000 - $200,000 annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.

Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
  • Bachelors Degree in Aerospace, Astronautical, or Mechanical Engineering and 9 years or more experience; Masters and 7 years or more experience; PhD or JD and 4 years or more experience. 
    • Desired education and experience with spacecraft ACS hardware and software design, manufacture, simulation, and test
  • Experience in DoD IC acquisition and program management processes.
  • Working knowledge of control theory, reaction wheel/control moment gyro, star sensor/tracker, inertial reference units/sensors, sun sensor, magnetic torque rod, GPS receiver, and control algorithm development. 
  • Experience in the design & integration of satellite buses and knowledgeable of launch & flight operations of space vehicles.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with personnel from multiple functions and at all levels of the customer organization to deliver results.
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