Space Orbital Operator
About The Position
The Space Orbital Operator supports government space missions and satellite system safety and effectiveness by conducting orbital analysis and interpreting data. The role monitors and tracks satellite positions and trajectories, identifies potential collisions and anomalies in satellite behavior, and presents findings to clients and management. The operator collaborates with operations managers, operators, analysts, and national and tactical operations elements to develop analytic methods, technologies, and strategies; advance target development efforts; recommend strategies; and support strategic and operational requirements. The position offers opportunities for mentoring, learning new skills and tools, and working with technical specialists.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience with space, engineering, or orbital analytics.
- Experience with a scripting language such as shell, Perl, or Python.
- Knowledge of space surveillance and tracking systems, such as radar and optical sensors.
- Ability to compile and analyze statistics based on the current space object population.
- TS/SCI clearance.
- High school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with space and orbital mechanics and data analysis.
- Ability to identify and implement process improvements for more efficient and accurate analysis.
- Ability to use specialized software and tools to perform orbital calculations and predictions.
- TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
Responsibilities
- Conduct orbital analysis and interpret data to monitor and track satellite positions and trajectories.
- Identify potential collisions and anomalies in satellite behavior.
- Participate in meetings and presentations to brief clients and management on orbital analysis findings.
- Collaborate with operations managers, operators, analysts, and national and tactical operations elements on analytic methods, technologies, strategies, and target development efforts.
- Recommend strategies and support strategic and operational requirements.
Benefits
- Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
- Paid leave.
- Professional development.
- Tuition assistance.
- Work-life programs.
- Dependent care.
- Recognition awards program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
