ISR Operator – ICEYE Japan

Key Responsibilities

• Mission Coordination & Tasking
• Manage and prioritize satellite tasking requests for Japan and surrounding regions
• Coordinate with internal mission planning teams to optimize collection schedules
• Ensure timely execution of customer requirements
• Real-Time Monitoring & Operations
• Monitor ISR workflows and data acquisition in near real-time
• Track satellite passes, collection status, and delivery timelines
• Respond to time-sensitive or high-priority tasking requests
• Data Interpretation & Reporting
• Review SAR imagery and derived products to identify relevant changes or events
• Generate concise, actionable reports for customers
• Support rapid dissemination of insights during critical situations (e.g., disasters, security events)
• Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
• Act as a point of contact for Japan-based customers
• Translate operational needs into actionable tasking plans
• Provide updates on mission status and product delivery
• Operational Support & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain situational awareness of regional events impacting ISR priorities
• Contribute to process improvements and operational best practices
• Support training and onboarding of new team members

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geospatial Intelligence, Remote Sensing, Defense Studies, Engineering, software or related field.
• Experience in ISR operations, geospatial analysis, satellite operations, or similar

environments.

• Familiarity with SAR imagery and/or remote sensing data (preferred)
• Engineering or software background.
• Military or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive operational environment
• Native-level proficiency in Japanese with business-level fluency in English required.
• Willingness to work flexible hours or shifts if required
• Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance or an equivalent level of clearance.
• Valid Japanese driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with government, defense, or security customers in Japan
• Knowledge of maritime domain awareness, disaster response, or border security operations
• Familiarity with GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS) or imagery analysis platforms
• Prior experience in a 24/7 operations or command center environment