24/7 Operations Watch Analyst: Timekeeping & Space Data

Computational Physics Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO (Paid time off)

Parental Leave

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Computational Physics, Inc. (CPI) is seeking an Operations Analyst to support the USNO DC Operations Center. The role involves monitoring automated data acquisition, ensuring access to products, and coordinating with the watch team and USNO staff.

The candidate will inspect hardware, identify anomalies, and take action per SOPs. A BS in a physical science and 3 years of operational experience are required, with active clearance and 24/7 readiness.

Qualifications

• BS from an ABET-accredited institution in physics, astronomy, geophysics, engineering, computer science, or a closely related physical science discipline.
• 3 years of relevant technical experience in operational environments.
• Monitoring, operating, or troubleshooting automated data acquisition and processing, or control systems.
• Working from written SOPs and applying judgment where guidance is incomplete.
• Analyzing technical data to identify anomalies and communicating findings clearly.
• Familiarity with precise timing (PTTI), atomic clocks, GNSS, EOP, or VLBI/radio astronomy data.
• Linux system administration and monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Grafana); scripting in Python, Bash, or Perl.
• Active Secret clearance required at start; must be eligible for Top Secret/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Direct and remote inspection of hardware and monitoring the health of data systems supporting Master Clock time determination and dissemination.
• Recognize anomalous conditions and determine when intervention is required.
• Take timely remedial action per SOPs or guidance from experts.
• Interact with data providers and product users; report availability and respond to inquiries.
• Coordinate with watch team lead, supervisor, and USNO staff on system functionality and planning.

Education

Bachelor of Science from ABET-accredited institution in physics, astronomy, geophysics, engineering, computer science, or closely related physical science discipline

Tools

Nagios

Zabbix

Grafana

Python

Bash

Perl

Job description

Computational Physics, Inc. (CPI) is seeking an Operations Analyst to support the USNO DC Operations Center. The role involves monitoring automated data acquisition, ensuring access to products, and coordinating with the watch team and USNO staff.

The candidate will inspect hardware, identify anomalies, and take action per SOPs. A BS in a physical science and 3 years of operational experience are required, with active clearance and 24/7 readiness.