Katalyst Space Technologies
Katalyst is hiring a senior engineer to help advance reliable, mission-critical spacecraft software and test infrastructure that enable dynamic space operations. The role supports the development and maturation of flight software and testbed capabilities within a fast-paced, hands-on environment focused on long-term operational resilience. The position contributes to systems-level engineering and helps ensure safe, fault-tolerant on-orbit performance.
Headquarters
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
Company Size
11-50 employees
Founded
2019
Katalyst Space Technologies is building a fleet of autonomous robotic spacecraft designed to perform dynamic, real-time space operations including on-orbit servicing, hardware upgrades, and satellite docking. Their flagship platform, NEXUS, features a patented robotic arm system, rendezvous and proximity operations capabilities, and dual payload bays for delivering mission hardware to unprepared satellites. Katalyst also offers space domain awareness and defensive counterspace solutions through its SIGHT and SHIELD product lines, serving both commercial and government customers.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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