# R&D Engineer at HEO Robotics

- Company: HEO Robotics
- What the company does: HEO Robotics provides Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and asteroid prospecting services using nanosatellites deployed in high Earth orbit. Backed by AirTree Ventures.
- Company website: https://heospace.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Arlington, VA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-29
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://heo.breezy.hr/p/e8ffbb4d551f-r-d-engineer?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/heo-robotics-r-and-d-engineer/

## About the role

We are seeking a Principal R&D Solutions Engineer to serve as the primary technical authority for our major US Government (USG) programs. This is a high-level technical leadership role responsible for architecting and delivering bespoke solutions for national security stakeholders. You will be the technical bridge for HEO USA, responsible for delivering non-recurring engineering (NRE) solutions and driving the development of experimental features based on specific USG mission needs. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Experience: 10+ years of significant industry experience in space mission analysis, orbital mechanics, or satellite operations, with or in support of the US Intelligence Community (IC) or DoD
- NRE Expertise: Demonstrated experience in non-recurring engineering and the ability to build custom technical solutions for complex space domain challenges
- Technical Proficiencies: Advanced proficiency in Python for data analysis, expert-level experience with STK or similar high-fidelity orbital modeling software for mission modeling and orbital mechanics
- Leadership: Strong technical leadership skills with the ability to manage high-stakes customer relationships and grow an engineering discipline within a startup environment
- Domain Focus: Deep background in LEO/GEO mission operations and/or development of mission operations and ground segment software
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field


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