OPERATIONS RESEARCH ANALYST

AFELM US Space Command; Huntsville (AL); Remote; USD 93,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

AFELM US Space Command in Huntsville, AL is seeking a technical lead to perform advanced, scientific analyses of the space domain. You will assess plans and operations using operations research methods and guide data integration to support mission objectives.

This role requires leadership in developing a unified analytical environment and applying data management best practices, with telework eligibility as noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Requires transcripts if degree is a qualification basis.
• Foreign education may be used if credential equivalence is shown.
• Education credentials must be verified prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive, scientific analyses of the space domain using OR methodologies.
• Act as technical lead for data integration to create a unified analytical environment.

Skills

Operations research

Data integration

Data management

Analytical leadership

Job description

• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

Key Responsibilities

Serves as a technical/functional expert, leading comprehensive, scientific, and quantitative analyses of the space domain. Assesses the effectiveness and efficiency of USSPACECOM plans and operations using operations research methodologies.

Serves as a technical expert and lead for data integration efforts, ensuring the development of a unified analytical environment that meets the needs of stakeholders and supports the achievement of mission objectives, utilizing data management best practices.

Requirements & Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with AFELM US Space Command, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $93216 – $144102/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.