ISR Operator – ICEYE Japan at ICEYE (Tokyo, Japan)
ICEYE· Tokyo, Japan·
Role details
Cutting-Edge Space Technology Company · Mission-Critical Operations With Real-World Impact · Collaborate With A Global, Highly Skilled Team · Opportunity To Shape ISR Operations In The Japan Market
ICEYE at a glance
ICEYE operates the world's largest synthetic aperture radar satellite constellation, selling all-weather, day-and-night Earth observation data and sovereign satellite systems to governments and businesses.
ICEYE designs, launches, and operates synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites, the largest such constellation in the world. It sells the resulting all-weather, day-and-night Earth observation data and analytics to insurers, governments, and businesses, and sells complete sovereign satellite missions to nations that want to operate their own intelligence capability.
Over €1B (Series F, June 2026) raised · latest: Series F · €1B+ (€450M primary) · June 2026 · backed by General Atlantic, Solidium, Tesi, Varma
Summary
Coordinate satellite tasking and monitor SAR data for Japan-focused operations. Interpret geospatial intelligence, generate actionable reports for customers, and ensure timely mission execution in a fast-paced operational environment.
Job description
About ICEYE
ICEYE delivers unparalleled persistent monitoring capabilities through its constellation of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites. Our solutions enable customers to make informed decisions by providing actionable insights in near real-time, regardless of weather or lighting conditions.
About the job
We are seeking an ISR Cell Operator to support Japan-focused operations by coordinating satellite tasking, monitoring incoming SAR data, and delivering timely intelligence to customers and internal stakeholders. This role sits at the intersection of operations, analysis, and customer engagement, ensuring that ICEYE’s capabilities are effectively leveraged to meet mission requirements.
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
Why Join ICEYE Japan?
- Be part of a cutting-edge space technology company transforming Earth observation
- Work on mission-critical operations with real-world impact (e.g., disaster response, national security)
- Collaborate with a global, highly skilled team
- Opportunity to shape ISR operations in the Japan market
Who We Are
ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defense and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1,000 employees across Poland, Spain, Germany, the UK, Australia, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US. We’re a growing international team of builders. Join us.
Why work at ICEYE
- Mission-driven impact: Employees work on challenges that matter — enabling faster disaster response, protecting communities, and strengthening national security.
- Fast-paced ownership culture: “At ICEYE, you take ownership early. You move fast, solve hard problems, and work alongside driven experts who care deeply about impact.” — ICEYE Careers page.
- Multicultural & diverse: Colleagues from over 45 (or 75) nationalities, creating a truly international “NewSpace” environment.
- Values-driven: Culture built on curiosity, collaboration, acting as one, seeing the big picture, driving effective teamwork, and having fun.
- Hybrid & remote flexibility: Many roles are hybrid (combining office time with remote work), and some are fully remote within specific countries or time zones. Exact setup depends on the role and team.
- Benefits:
- Occupational healthcare, occupational and accident insurance
- Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes
- Relocation support (flight tickets, accommodation, relocation agency)
- Yearly benefit budget (sport, transport, bike, wellness, lunch, etc.)
- Inspiring office spaces with silent workspaces for focus
- Growth & learning: Opportunity to work across engineering, software, data, product, and business roles — space/aerospace background not required for many positions as long as core skills are strong.
- Recruitment process: Transparent and structured — recruiter call, hiring manager deep-dive, technical task (for relevant roles), team collaboration conversation, leadership discussion, and offer. Relocation and visa support available for most roles.