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National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Chantilly, Virginia 47,303 followers
Supra Et Ultra: Above and Beyond
About us
The National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) is the leading agency in charge of America’s space-based intelligence systems. When our customers or mission partners need eyes and ears in crucial places where no human can reach, they turn to the NRO. The NRO mission is to innovate overhead intelligence systems for national security. Since 1961, the NRO has been striving to create the latest innovations in satellite technology, contracting with the most cost-efficient industrial supplier, conducting rigorous launch schedules, or providing the highest-quality products to our customers. Key customers and mission partners, such as the Armed Services, depend on the NRO for unique capabilities too; • Monitor the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction • Track international terrorists, drug traffickers, and criminal organizations • Develop highly accurate military targeting data and bomb damage assessments • Support international peacekeeping and humanitarian relief operations • Assess the impact of natural disasters, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, and fires. Innovation by the NRO has inspired technology for use in everyday life in areas such as global communications, global positioning systems (GPS), and cellular phones. The NRO provides policymakers, analysts, warfighters, and many others the critical information required to keep America safe. Visit www.nro.gov/careers/ for the latest on an NRO career and follow us on twitter: @NatReconOfc. Above and Beyond!
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http://www.nro.gov
External link for National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
- Industry
- Defense and Space Manufacturing
- Company size
- 1 employee
- Headquarters
- Chantilly, Virginia
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1961
Locations
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Chantilly, Virginia 20151, US
Employees at National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)
Updates
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Successful launch: #NROL146 launched today at 4:00 a.m. EDT on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base. Congratulations to our launch team and partners! #NROL146 is the first launch of NRO's proliferated architecture and third launch of 2024. Press release: https://lnkd.in/eGct9fKr
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Launch your career by joining the Office of the Inspector General! We’re hiring auditors, investigators, and inspectors to serve critical roles in the independent office that reports to both the Director of the NRO and Congress. Apply by May 23 👉 https://lnkd.in/e6-hwG5q #jobs #career #hiring
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NRO senior leadership recently completed a series of congressional testimonies for FY25 budgets. During this congressional hearing season, we sat down with Ben Fallon as he concluded his role as the NRO's Director of the Office of Public and Congressional Affairs to understand the impact of public engagement and congressional outreach in today's national security space environment. Listen ➡️ https://bit.ly/44Js0Oi
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Director of NRO's Geospatial Intelligence Systems Acquisition (GEOINT) directorate Brett Scott joined government and industry leaders on a #GEOINT2024 panel to discuss the impact and support of space-based capabilities for the warfighter. Thanks for having us United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF)!
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At NRO, we know that today's students are the future of our workforce. That’s why we offer a competitive internship where students are given meaningful work that contributes to our mission. Go to nro.gov/careers to learn more!
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Happy Public Service Recognition Week! NRO honors our workforce and the professionals across federal, state, local, and tribal government for their dedication and service to our nation.
This week, we honor the dedicated professionals within the Intelligence Community and all government officials from across the public service sector, from federal to tribal governments. The complexity of today's global threats demands unparalleled cooperation not only within our own ranks but also with our external partners across the nation and around the world. By sharing intelligence, strategies, and insights, we ensure a unified, robust defense against threats and the safety of our nation. This Public Service Recognition Week, the Intelligence Community commends our intelligence professionals for their commitment to collaboration and excellence in service to our nation. #PSRW #IntelligenceCommunity #ThankYou
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At #GEOINT2024, Director of NRO's Commercial Systems Program Office Pete Muend discussed the importance of partnerships across government and industry, highlighting upcoming opportunities to leverage commercial innovation.
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Happy #NationalSpaceDay! At NRO, we see from the perspective of stars to make the world a safer place. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/ebjSvm5G