At BlackSky, we’re more than a workplace.
We’re a launchpad for big ideas and meaningful change. Our work is cutting-edge and our team is the driving force behind it all. Here, your talent and passion aren’t just appreciated — they’re essential to shaping the future.
Together, we’re tackling complex challenges, advancing high-tech solutions and transforming the possibilities of space-based intelligence. It’s more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make an impact on a global scale.

What we offer

Competitive compensation
We offer competitive compensation as well as 401(k) with employer match.

100% health insurance
We cover 100% of our employee’s health premiums for medical, dental and vision insurance with various plan choices such as HRA, LSA and HSA.

Time off
Striking a balance between work and our personal lives is important. We offer 15 days of PTO, 11 company holidays, four floating holidays (pro-rated based on hire date) and one day of paid volunteerism leave per year.

Flexible work schedule
Need to focus on family certain hours of the day? Are you a night owl? We can work with you to build a schedule that works best for you and your teammates.

Maternity leave
New birth mothers receive up to eight weeks of paid leave for medical recovery due to childbirth, supplementing employer-provided disability insurance.

Parental leave
For births or adoptions, new parents are offered paid leave to care for and bond with their new child.

ESPP
Be part of the growth and success story at BlackSky by participating in our Employee Stock Purchase Program.

PC or Mac
You select the type of computing environment that works best for you. And, yes, we are deeply into cloud computing.

Casual offices
No stuffy environment at BlackSky. We want you for who you are, not what you wear.

On-site perks
Like to work out at lunch? Visit our on-site gyms. And recharge afterwards with free snacks and beverages.

Team get-togethers
We host events across teams. Learn who your coworkers are, not just where they sit and what they do.

Unique swag
Lots of companies offer embroidered hats and gear (and we do, too). But, which of them offer mission patches too?
Our promise
People first

You will enjoy a wide range of benefits and perks designed to help you achieve personal, professional and financial growth. Ours is an environment of both opportunity and progress.
Work-life balance

Our work is fast-paced and at times demanding, but our goal is to always strive for balance and to support our people to be well-rounded, healthy individuals—not just BlackSky employees.
Epic culture

Employees all contribute to and are a part of a culture that helps us show up at our best. We are strongly committed to diversity, inclusion and making sure all voices are both represented and heard.
We’re a fast-paced team focused on accelerating the innovation curve of space. If you’re ready to innovate, inspire and grow, we’re ready to welcome you. Be part of something bigger — join the BlackSky team.
The BlackSky team
“I love working at BlackSky because our team is constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible to accomplish with satellite imagery. I’m surrounding by great coworkers within a company culture that promotes curiosity, innovation and professional growth. Plus, every employee is able to task their own image collections!”
“Working at BlackSky has been awesome because the teamwork here is real and embedded in everything we do. From day one at BlackSky, I observed everyone jumping in to help each other and our customers without hesitation. We’ve got this cross‑team vibe that makes solving problems faster and supporting customer missions way more impactful. That spirit is what drives our growth, strengthens our brand, and keeps us leading the way in space‑based intelligence. Honestly, it just feels amazing to be part of a team that moves fast, innovates, and wins together.”
“Working at BlackSky has been an absolute blast—there’s nothing cooler than solving real customer problems with technology that literally flies in space. Helping make geospatial imagery and the insights behind it accessible to our customers is one of the parts I enjoy most. And doing all of this alongside insanely smart, passionate teammates makes even the toughest challenges exciting. It’s the kind of work that keeps me energized and curious about what we can build next.”
“BlackSky is a fantastic place to work. I experienced working with and learning from brilliant, welcoming people at BlackSky across all aspects of the space-based intelligence spectrum, from ground to space and back to our customers. Working with the incredible teams at BlackSky encouraged me to challenge myself to learn and grow into new frontiers as well as enabling my team to do the same. I have been with BlackSky for many years, I am still learning new things every day, and I absolutely enjoy challenging myself to reach for the stars.”
“BlackSky continues to be a breath of fresh air, where I am provided ample opportunity for learning and personal growth, as well as chances to flex the knowledge and skills I already have to make a positive impact on our teams and processes. Big or small, the contributions I am able to make while supporting our different departments never goes unnoticed, and I have always felt like a valued member of the company.”
“I love working at BlackSky because the work is fantastic, rewarding, intriguing and mutually benefiting to all. BlackSky also provides me an excellent benefit package… i.e. Great Healthcare plans, a 401K match, HRA and awesome PTO and Holiday Plans.”
“Not only does BlackSky offer an environment that fosters growth and continuous development, but it also allows individuals to make a meaningful impact across the organization. Seeing my contributions in action continues to make working at BlackSky a rewarding experience.”
“One of the things I really value about working at BlackSky is the way teams all across the company collaborate seamlessly to support our customers and achieve shared goals. The culture not only encourages teamwork and open communication, but also recognizes induvial strengths and celebrates successes together.”
“I love working at Blacksky because the team is small, sharp, and genuinely collaborative. Less bureaucracy and more ownership. Leadership is serious about employee well-being and that mindset is reflected all the way down the management chain, and shows in how we work every day.”
“BlackSky is filled with people who really love what they do. This makes it an enriching environment that fosters significant learning and growth, as well as great friendships. It is a joy to work with a team of people who are passionate, genuine, encouraging, and intelligent!”
I love working at Blacksky because there is always a new problem to solve, things to learn, and people to learn from. I am so lucky to work with an amazing group of people from a wide variety of backgrounds, and we get to share our knowledge and help each other grow every day.
“One of the things I like most about working at BlackSky is that no two days are ever the same. I get to work on challenging projects with incredibly smart, talented people and learn something new every day. The work is interesting, the culture supports a healthy work-life balance and honestly, tasking satellites is pretty cool!”
“I’m grateful to have the opportunity to expand my working knowledge by exploring new challenges every day at BlackSky. The dedication our collaborative teams have towards producing positive, impactful outcomes for our customers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance makes BlackSky the place to be!”
“BlackSky to me will always be a great place to work if you appreciate working with a team that punches well above its weight in just about every way. Never a dull day, never a shortage of fascinating projects to work on, always opportunity for eager and likeminded people to make positive impact at a global scale.”
“There are so many things that I love about working at BlackSky, but a big one is the culture. My job never feels like work. I get to be involved in super cool projects along with really fun and talented people, and I always feel like my contributions are valued and appreciated.”
“Working on the Constellation Operations team allows me to make decisions that are consequential to preserving the health and productivity of our satellites, something that I derive a great deal of satisfaction from.”
“The folks at Blacksky are the most driven, keen, and collaborative people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. It’s a joy to see and interact with them while we tackle complex problems and learn together. The selfsame people and the problem space (HAH!) make Blacksky an incredibly motivating organization to be a part of. I love it!”
“I love working at BlackSky because every day brings new and unique challenges that push me to adapt and grow as a geospatial professional.”
“I joined BlackSky to be a part of the team making real-time, space-based GEOINT a reality. I’ve dedicated my entire working career to helping Customers achieve business/mission success. At BlackSky, I can continue this Customer-focus in spades.”
“I love working at BlackSky because we provide opportunities for tremendous professional growth and global impact while getting to work alongside some of the brightest and most passionate people in the industry. Not to mention all the cool swag!”
“I enjoy working at BlackSky because I get to tackle challenging geospatial problems with cutting-edge technology.”
“I joined BlackSky to be part of a unique and dedicated team building a preeminent space business, which I do every day with great colleagues”.
“I love getting the chance to manage projects that tackle complex remote-sensing problems. Our team is driving research and development efforts that are shaping what image-based intelligence means to customers.”
“I love working at BlackSky because I’ve always wanted to make a difference in the world. I’m humbled every day by some of the smartest people on Earth.”
“Working at the front-edge of space technology, national security and humanitarian response alongside some of the most talented and kind people on the planet. That’s what it’s like to work at BlackSky.”
“I joined BlackSky to solve challenging remote sensing problems that enable global insight for our customers. Our team is what makes BlackSky special!”
“I have never before been part of a company with teammates and management this talented, who always act ethically, and who foster a welcoming and friendly community within the company as well.”
“Blacksky is the right place for me because I love living and working in Virginia, and I whole-heartedly agree with the company’s forward stance on justice and support for all.”
“This job gives me the flexibility to make sure I am spending quality time with my family. I never feel like I am underappreciated!”
“A previous boss invited me to join her at BlackSky. We are encouraged to always look for ways to improve. My colleagues are amazing: caring, understanding, appreciative, collaborative, smart…”
“Our Finance team is a close knit bonded family and we work very well together. Finance can be highly stressful, but our team somehow still makes it fun to work together, even virtually.”
“Every day there are new problems to solve and challenges to tackle. Never before have I worked somewhere where an individual can have such a large impact, and where a team is so inexorably driven towards a common goal.”
“I find numerous parallels between climbing and BlackSky. In both, I am often faced with challenges in which I’m able to use creative problem solving techniques (either individually or collaboratively) to accomplish desired outcomes.”
“I love working at BlackSky because I get to work on really cool technology with coworkers whom I truly believe to be among the best at what they do.”
“I chose to join BlackSky because I loved the idea of working for a groundbreaking company. Every day is something different and these are constant reminders of how we are innovators in commercial satellite imagery.”
“What I love most about BlackSky is the atmosphere. We have such a talented and fun team here. Oh, and tasking satellites is cool too!”
“I chose to join the BlackSky team because I saw so much potential for changing how we use imagery and geospatial information, and I wanted to be a part of bringing that change to life.”
“One of the things I love most about working at BlackSky is having the opportunity to work with an extremely talented group of individuals who are all passionate about what they do.”
“I joined BlackSky because I was inspired by the people I met from the very start. They made me feel like I was family. I felt supported, engaged and valued by all levels of the organization.”
“Blacksky drew me in with its promise of pushing boundaries, challenging the status quo of the space industry, and working alongside professionals with a drive to get it all done.”
“BlackSky is at the cutting edge of geospatial intelligence and space operations. We use our technical skills and architectural knowledge to get creative and drive improvements with autonomy and full support from leadership.”