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Orbit Analyst Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Business Analyst Location: Tallahassee, FL (onsite) Duration: 12 months Interview: Phone/Skype Visa: No H1 Client: FL govt. Rate: $55/hr. C2C Key Responsibilities: * Understand business change needs ...

... analytics, pricing, and negotiating. • Ability to set measurable goals, analyze sales market ... Orbit, Wide Orbit Media Sales and Sales Force preferred • Successful track record driving local ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer I

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$96K - $127K/yr

... analysis, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support. The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as ...

Senior Embedded Software Engineer II

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

... analysis, test, qualification, and in-orbit support. The ideal candidate will have development experience at nearly every level of the software stack, including microcontrollers, low-level drivers ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer I

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$96K - $127K/yr

... analysis, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support. The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer I

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$96K - $127K/yr

... analysis, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support. The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as ...

Senior Embedded Software Engineer I

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

... analysis, test, qualification, and in-orbit support. The ideal candidate will have development experience at nearly every level of the software stack, including microcontrollers, low-level drivers ...

Senior Mechanical Engineer I

Melbourne, FL

$96K - $127K/yr

... analysis, manufacturing, testing, qualification, and in-orbit support. The successful candidate will also present engineering design review materials to our customers and executive team, as well as ...

Senior Embedded Software Engineer II

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

... analysis, test, qualification, and in-orbit support. The ideal candidate will have development experience at nearly every level of the software stack, including microcontrollers, low-level drivers ...

Senior Embedded Software Engineer I

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

... analysis, test, qualification, and in-orbit support. The ideal candidate will have development experience at nearly every level of the software stack, including microcontrollers, low-level drivers ...

Our differentiated multi-orbit architecture combines GEO and MEO satellite systems with integrated ... Analyze and resolve end user hardware and software computer problems in a timely and accurate ...

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How much do orbit analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for orbit analyst in Florida is $56,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,400.00 and $68,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an orbit analyst?

An Orbit Analyst is responsible for tracking, analyzing, and predicting the paths of satellites and other space objects. They use mathematical models, software tools, and observational data to ensure the accuracy of orbital trajectories. Their work supports satellite mission planning, collision avoidance, and space situational awareness. Orbit Analysts often collaborate with engineers, scientists, and government agencies to maintain the safety and efficiency of space operations.

What does an orbit analyst do?

A typical day for an Orbit Analyst often involves analyzing satellite telemetry data, predicting orbital paths, and generating reports for mission control or engineering teams. You may use specialized software to model satellite trajectories, assess potential collision risks, and propose maneuvers for maintaining proper orbit. Orbit Analysts frequently collaborate with satellite operators, mission planners, and other analysts to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of space assets. The work is both analytical and collaborative, with opportunities to contribute to real-time decision-making during launches or anomalies. This dynamic environment can lead to career growth in areas like mission planning, space operations management, or technical leadership.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an orbit analyst?

To excel as an Orbit Analyst, a strong background in physics, mathematics, and astrodynamics—often supported by a degree in aerospace engineering or a related field—is essential. Familiarity with satellite tracking software, orbital mechanics simulation tools, and data analysis platforms such as STK or MATLAB is typically required, along with relevant industry certifications. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure precise orbital predictions, timely issue resolution, and successful coordination with mission operators in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Orbit Analyst jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Orbit Analyst jobs in Florida are:

Infographic showing various Orbit Analyst job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,500 per year, or $27.2 per hour.

Business Analyst

Net Orbit

Tallahassee, FL • On-site

$55/hr

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Job description

Role: Business Analyst
Location: Tallahassee, FL (onsite)
Duration: 12 months
Interview: Phone/Skype
Visa: No H1
Client: FL govt.
Rate: $55/hr. C2C
Key Responsibilities:
  • Understand business change needs, assessing the business impact of those changes, capturing, analyzing and documenting requirements and supporting the communication and delivery of requirements with relevant stakeholders.
  • Lead requirements definitions meetings with DEP customers.
  • Analyze and document requirements for authorizations to determine data entry requirements and mapping to any existing DEP components necessary to capture the data.
  • Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.
  • Gather, analyze, document & validate user requirements.
  • Create Visio process maps, requirements traceability matrices, use cases and other business analysis documentation appropriate to the specifically assigned project needs.
  • Facilitating the negotiation of requirements amongst multiple stakeholders.
  • Creating, analyzing, and validating detailed functional specifications.
  • Facilitating design sessions with the implementation team to define the solution.
  • Delivering elements of systems design, including data migration rules, business rules, wireframes, or other detailed deliverables.
  • Identify any new type of data entry components required. For each new component identified, create and update analysis documentation to include wireframes, process maps, business data definitions and business rules.
  • Support multiple moderately complex business processes.
  • Assist in the business process redesign and documentation as needed.
  • Translate high level business requirements into functional specifications and manage changes to such specifications.
  • Work closely with customers, users, and team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions.

Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or other

Information Technology major, or equivalent work experience.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and business resources

and translate business needs into effective technical specifications.
  • Ability to conduct research into application development issues and products.
  • Ability to understand the needs of multiple stakeholders.
  • Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, guidelines, and Power Point

presentations.
  • Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to write technical, business, and plain language documents and/or emails, with great attention to detail in all written communications.
Ability to work on multiple projects as a project team member, occasionally as a project leader.