Kuva Space is on a mission to solve the world's most pressing issues, such as climate change, food security, safety and security, by building the world's most extensive hyperspectral microsatellite constellation and developing AI-driven analytics services.

We deliver reliable and timely global insights and foresight that transform rich spaceborne data into actionable insights customers can use for efficient resource management, optimizing operations, and improving profitability sustainably.

We are on the search for a skilled Defence-oriented Data Analyst to join our team. This role involves supporting business development and product teams by conducting data analysis, integrating third-party data, and utilizing pre-built models to deliver insights to defence customers. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Earth Observation (EO) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with experience in military intelligence imaging (IMINT).

Data Analyst (Defence)

Position: Full time

Location: Vaisalantie 2-8, Espoo, Finland (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Data Analysis and imagery interpretation

• Perform manual ad hoc data analysis to support business development and product delivery for defence customers.

• Analyze and interpret various types of imagery and data, including visual inspection to extract actionable insights.

• Integrate various external data sources for more impactful analysis and better results.

2. Business and product support

• Provide basic analytical support to business development and product teams on defense-related matters.

• Maintain awareness of global events, geopolitical trends and defense stakeholders needs to identify high-priority targets and generate impactful insights addressing key stakeholders needs.

• Assess the feasibility of business ideas and suggest solutions in alignment with customer needs and industry trends.

• Collaborate with the data analytics team to implement and utilize pre-built models in customer solutions.

3. Customer support

• Respond promptly and effectively to customer inquiries, delivering insightful and data-driven solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a Defence EO Data Analyst or similar role, with a strong background in EO/GIS.

• Proficiency in military intelligence imaging (IMINT) analysis and interpretation.

• Basic proficiency in Python for conducting data analysis tasks.

• Fluency in both Finnish and English, with excellent communication skills in both languages.

• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

• Competence in integrating and assessing third-party data for defence analysis.

• Experience in supporting business development and product functions within a defence context.

• Extensive knowledge of global geography, current events, and geopolitics.

• Ability to make quick decisions, prioritize and work sustainably in a busy environment

• You share the company mission of improving life on Earth through daily, space-borne hyperspectral imaging and AI!🌎 💚

Ideal Traits:

• Experience with Hyperspectral, SAR, and/or AIS data.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills with an aptitude for adapting to changing priorities.

• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.

• Finnish national or NATO clearance

What do we offer?

At Kuva Space, we offer a stimulating and safe work environment that encourages growth, collaboration, and excellence. Constantly learning new things is the norm here! Our focus on space technology means you'll have the opportunity to learn more about satellites, space, data, and the Earth. If you get excited about space-themed lunch table discussions, Kuva Space is the community for you 🪐✨

As an employer, we prioritize the well-being of our employees, both physically and mentally. Our health care benefits are comprehensive, including dental benefits and short-term psychotherapy. We offer an annual sports, culture and transport benefit. And our team members regularly meet up for after-work activities 🧘🏽

If you do not live in Finland but wish to, we can offer assistance in the migration process and support with learning the Finnish language and culture 🇫🇮

In addition, you will be part of a dynamic, fun, and highly skilled team! Our diverse team of international colleagues, with varying cultures, shares a passion for deep tech and making our Earth more sustainable. And we believe Finnish 'sisu' is a must-have mindset to overcome any challenges that come our way ❄️ ☃️

Join a visionary team at Kuva Space where innovation, collaboration, and impact are at the core of everything we do! 🧑‍🚀

In Finnish manner, we will begin reviewing applications once the end-of-year holidays have concluded. The application period will close 7.1.2026.

Happy holidays!❤️