The Kenya Space Agency (KSA) is recruiting for over 30 positions across technical, scientific, and administrative disciplines, offering professionals a significant opportunity to contribute to Kenya’s growing space sector.
Technical and Scientific Positions
Principal Officer, Remote Sensing (1 vacancy)
Requires at least 8 years of relevant experience, including 3 years at Senior Officer KSA Grade 5 or equivalent, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in aerospace, physics, astronomy, remote sensing, GIS, engineering, telecommunications, or computer science, membership in a recognised professional body, and completion of a management course of at least 4 weeks.
Principal Officer, Geographic Information Systems (1 vacancy)
Requires at least 8 years of relevant experience including 3 years at KSA Grade 5 Senior Officer level, Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in aerospace, physics, astronomy, remote sensing, GIS, geospatial engineering, surveying, engineering, telecommunications, software engineering, IT, or computer science, and membership in EBK, ISK, or another recognised professional body, plus a management course of at least 4 weeks.
Space Infrastructure and Facility Development Officer (1 vacancy)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Remote Sensing, GIS, Geospatial Engineering, Surveying, Engineering, Telecommunications, Software Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or Control & Instrumentation, alongside computer proficiency and a demonstrated record of strong performance.
Space Science and Astronomy Officer (1 vacancy)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Astronomy, Astrophysics, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Remote Sensing, GIS, Geospatial Engineering, Surveying, Engineering, Telecommunications, Software Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or Control & Instrumentation, with demonstrated merit and strong work performance.
Navigation and Positioning Officer (2 vacancies)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science, aerospace, geospatial, engineering, telecommunications, or computing field, or an equivalent qualification, alongside proficiency in computer applications and a demonstrated record of merit and strong performance.
Satellite Communication Officer (1 vacancy)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific, aerospace, geospatial, engineering, telecommunications, or computing discipline from a recognised institution, with demonstrated proficiency in computer applications and a proven record of competence and merit.
Remote Sensing Officer (2 vacancies)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in space sciences, physics, aerospace, geospatial studies, engineering, telecommunications, or computing, or an equivalent recognised qualification, with demonstrated proficiency in computer applications and evidence of strong professional performance.
Geo-Information & Data Management Officer (2 vacancies)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in physics, astronomy, aerospace, remote sensing, geospatial studies, engineering, telecommunications, IT, or computer science from a recognised institution, with the ability to effectively use computer applications and a consistent record of achieving results.
Geographic Information Systems Officer (1 vacancy)
Requires a Bachelor’s qualification in space science, physics, aerospace, geospatial studies, engineering, telecommunications, or computing, or an equivalent recognised qualification, with a good command of standard computer applications and a proven record of effective delivery.
Software Engineer (2 vacancies)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in physics, astronomy, astrophysics, aerospace, remote sensing, geospatial studies, surveying, engineering, telecommunications, software engineering, IT, or computer science, with strong proficiency in computer applications and a demonstrated record of delivering quality results.
Space Digital Infrastructure Officer (1 vacancy)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant physical science, space, aerospace, geospatial, engineering, telecommunications, or ICT discipline from a recognised institution, with the ability to use computer applications effectively and a proven record of delivering results.
Space Research & Innovation Officer (1 vacancy)
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in physics, astronomy, astrophysics, aerospace, remote sensing, geospatial studies, surveying, engineering, telecommunications, software engineering, IT, or computer science, with proficient use of computer applications and a track record of professional competence and strong performance.
Additional Vacancies
Beyond technical and scientific roles, the Kenya Space Agency is also recruiting for a range of administrative and regulatory positions, including Accountant, Legal Officer, Surveillance Officer, Enforcement Officer, and Internal Auditor, amongst others.
Application Details
Closing Date: 31 August 2026
For full details on job responsibilities and to submit applications, visit the KSA careers portal at https://jobs.ksa.go.ke/ActiveJobsAdverts.aspx
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