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How we work

Learn about how NRO prepares for the unexpected. We see from the perspective of stars—from acquisition to orbit.

Explore NRO Careers

Consider a career with NRO! In the videos below, you can see some of NRO’s primary missions—acquire, launch, and operate—and our critical workforce needs: cybersecurity and engineering.

Click the images below to see potential paths to joining us. When you’re ready to take the next step, launch the careers page and picture yourself working at NRO.

NRO Acquisitions Careers

NRO Cyber Careers

NRO Engineering Careers

NRO Launch Careers

NRO Operator Careers

NRO Multimedia

The National Reconnaissance Office is committed to protecting the security of the United States, its citizens, and its allies through unparalleled capabilities in space-based intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. For more than 60 years, the NRO has leveraged innovation and strategic partnerships to develop, acquire, launch, and operate America's spy satellites. Check out some of our multimedia resources below to learn more.