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Orbital Sciences

3.6 76 reviews
www.orbital.com Sterling, VA 1000 to 5000 Employees
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1982
Company - Public (ORB)
Telecommunications Services
$1 to $2 billion (USD) per year
Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman

Orbital Sciences maintains that what goes up doesn't have to come down -- at least not for a long time. The company makes low-Earth-orbit satellites and other spacecraft for communications, science and technology research, and national security purposes. Orbital Sciences also manufactures satellite launch vehicles, as well as interceptors (to stop missile attacks) and target launch vehicles that test missile defense systems. Its Advanced Space Programs division develops and supports human space flight, space exploration, and launch systems and satellites primarily used for...More


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Limitless Opportunity

Some say the sky is the limit.  When it comes to your career at Orbital, there are no limits.We are one of the premier space technology companies in the world, and we have exciting opportunities for experienced professionals, those in the early phase of their careers, and recent graduates.  Lean business principals, coupled with a “can-do” entrepreneurial spirit, means that you can assume responsibilities as quickly as you wish in a challenging and collegial environment. And no matter what stage you are in your career, Orbital offers the opportunity to work with some of the most talented and creative engineers, scientists and other professionals in the space industry.
 
Experienced Professionals
For seasoned professionals, opportunities are available in either engineering/scientific or managerial tracks. Our technical "ladder" offers opportunities ranging from entry- to very senior-level engineering and technical positions and spans a broad area of activity from engineering/scientific specialties to new product design.  The management track includes both functional management and program management opportunities, business development and other business support areas such as finance. For more information about opportunities for experienced professionals, click here.
 
Recent Graduates/Early Career
 
If you are fresh out of college or in the early phase of your career, you will be given responsibilities that are reserved only for more senior employees at larger, more traditionally structured companies. Orbital offers those in the early stage of their careers the opportunity to gain valuable “hands-on” experience while providing a full spectrum of company-sponsored professional development opportunities. For more information on career opportunities for recent grads and early career professionals click here.
 
Promoting Professional Growth
 
Orbital provides a wide range of opportunities to help employees build their skills and develop their careers. Orbital's generous tuition reimbursement program encourages continuing education.  Other professional development opportunities range from lunchtime seminars, formal classroom training and on-line learning, to special assignments, mentoring and/or coaching, on-the-job training, and participation in special task forces. 
So, choose your career path and join us in developing the innovative and reliable space systems that our customers count on.

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Employees are “Satisfied”   76 ratings

3.6

88% Approve of the CEO   50 ratings

Orbital Sciences Chairman and CEO David W. Thompson

David W. Thompson

Chairman and CEO

“Very good company to work for”

Current

Pros: Very good rate of pay, flexible hours. Alway something interesting to do. Very demanding, high tech company. Good communication with staff. – Full Review

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Engineering Intern at Orbital Sciences

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Feb 2012 – Reviewed Feb 13, 2013

Interview Details I actually had a few phone interviews with the company. A lot of the interview was going over my resume and asking about various highlights of it. Nothing too technical in the interview, just mostly trying to illustrate that I'm competent as a potential hire.

Everyone I spoke with was super… – Full Interview

Interview Question:
Explain the troubleshooting process that you typically go through. – Answer Question

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Visionary Award - David W. Thompson, The Foundation Fighting Blindness, 2013
Greater Washington's Healthiest Employers Award, Washington Business Journal, 2012
Where A&D Professionals Want to Work - 3rd Place, Aviation Week, 2012
Wellness Warrior, UnitedHealth Care, 2011
CEO received International Von Kármán Wings Award, Aerospace Historical Society (AHS), 2011

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