Space Analyst

The Ascendancy Group LTD • Pensacola, FL

2d • $63,000 - $88,000

About The Position

The Space Analyst conducts all-source analysis of foreign space capabilities and helps the customer understand how those capabilities affect operations. The analyst examines foreign adversary space doctrine, strategy, communications, and collection; assesses vulnerabilities, platforms, and assembly and launch capabilities; and analyzes weapons, dual-use systems and technologies, and emerging space technologies. The role also involves working with engineers and scientists on foreign space capabilities and producing reports and briefings that inform planners and leadership.

This full-time position is contingent upon contract award and requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of experience related to this labor category, with a portion of that experience within the last 2 years.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Working knowledge of the concepts and functions of this labor category.
• Knowledge of IC and DoW classification guidelines and procedures, and ability to apply them.
• Ability to work semi-independently with oversight and direction.
• Ability to use logic to evaluate and synthesize multiple sources of information and defend judgments with sound, logical conclusions.
• Ability to produce timely, logical, and concise reports, assessments, and briefing materials using Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, with strong grammar skills.
• Ability to conduct structured research and maintain information within security and data protocols.
• Ability to recognize nuances and resolve contradictions and inconsistencies in information.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred; 7 years of direct experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Experience supporting Joint or special operations organizations.
• Ability to work independently with limited government oversight and function effectively as part of a team in a joint environment.
• Experience in a deployed environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all-source analysis of foreign space capabilities.
• Analyze foreign adversary space doctrine, strategy, communications, and collection.
• Assess vulnerabilities, platforms, and assembly and launch capabilities.
• Analyze weapons, dual-use systems and technologies, and emerging space technologies.
• Work with engineers and scientists on foreign space capabilities.
• Produce reports and briefings that inform planners and leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior