Breakup Processing Analyst

United States Space Force Forces; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Space Force is seeking a Breakup Processing Analyst (GS 12/13 equivalent) for the 19th Space Defense Squadron in Dahlgren, VA. You will perform space domain awareness analysis, providing precise satellite positional data and maintaining current and historical orbital records to support USSPACECOM's warfighting SDA mission.

Expect to work in a multi-platform C2 environment, coordinate with other organizations, and present findings to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of operations research and space sensor data.
• Perform precision orbit determination with manual differential corrections.
• Analyze, interpret, and present SDA data to leadership.
• Set priorities, plan, coordinate, and develop innovative solutions.
• Understand sensor limitations for Near-Earth and Deep-Space trajectories.
• Understand USAF/USSF/national doctrine and policies.
• Fundamental knowledge of orbital mechanics.
• Communicate effectively in writing and speaking.

Responsibilities

• Perform SDA data analysis and provide timely satellite positional data.
• Coordinate with other organizations to develop innovative technical solutions.
• Maintain current and historical orbital data for satellites and debris.
• Present findings to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Operations research

Orbit determination

Space sensor data analysis

Prioritization & planning

Written communication

Tasking procedures knowledge

Orbital mechanics

Job description

The United States Space Force (USSF) Combat Forces Command (CFC) 19th Space Defense Squadron (19 SDS) in Dahlgren, Virginia is searching for a Breakup Processing Analyst (NH-0301-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). Description: Serves as a Breakup Processing Analyst within the 19th Space Defense Squadron (19 SDS), executing the critical Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission for U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) by providing warfighters with timely, accurate satellite positional data on man-made space objects. Operating as a highly skilled operator within a command and control (C2) center, the incumbent operates multi-platform weapon systems and directs worldwide space sensors to detect, track, and identify man-made objects in support of USSPACECOM's warfighting SDA mission. Additionally, the analyst is responsible for meticulously maintaining current and historical positional data on satellites and orbital debris within geocentric Earth orbits and beyond. The ideal candidate is an expert in operations research, orbital mechanics, and space sensor data analysis, capable of performing precision orbit determination utilizing manual differential corrections and complex statistical estimation techniques. This highly skilled specialist independently prioritizes, plans, and executes complex space domain awareness (SDA) analysis, sharing critical data and presenting findings to senior leadership while coordinating across organizations to develop innovative technical solutions. The incumbent must possess deep operational knowledge of sensor limitations and tasking procedures for Near-Earth and Deep-Space trajectories, alongside a thorough understanding of USAF, USSF, Department of War (DoW), and national-level space doctrine and policies. Serving in a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to random drug testing, the candidate must communicate effectively and respectfully, manage sensitive and classified information, and demonstrate the flexibility to travel via military or commercial aircraft and work overtime as mission needs dictate. Finally, this role requires the absolute ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility and active access to required Special Access Programs (SAP) portfolios, contingent upon signing a non-disclosure agreement.

Key Skills and Abilities:

• Expert knowledge of operations research, analysis, and their application to space sensor data.
• Ability to perform precision orbit determination updates to include manual differential corrections and other complex statistical estimation techniques.
• Skill to perform a higher degree of space analysis of objects and SDA data sharing; research, analyze, interpret, and present data and support analysis to leadership.
• Ability to independently set priorities, plan, coordinate, and organize work to identify problems and develop innovative solutions; coordinate with other organizations; monitor progress and evaluate outcomes.
• Operational knowledge of tasking procedures and sensor limitations for Near-Earth and Deep-Space orbits/trajectories.
• Knowledge and understanding of agency, USAF, USSF, Department of War (DoW), and national-level doctrine, regulations, policies, guidelines, requirements, and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s).
• Possess a fundamental knowledge of orbital mechanics and dynamics.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully, both orally and in writing.