Orbital SDA Analyst — Space Domain Awareness (Vandenberg)

SAIC; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Orbital Analyst - Space Domain Awareness at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, to support the 18th Space Defense Squadron and U.S. Space Force Space Operations Command. The role emphasizes orbital analysis, satellite catalog protection, conjunction assessment, and space defense operations.

Occasional non-routine hours may be required. Responsibilities include developing SDA products, applying orbital mechanics to operational problems, and coordinating with other centers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Aerospace/Astronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or a closely related STEM field
• Experience in Space Situational Awareness / Space Domain Awareness missions
• Knowledge of orbital mechanics and astrodynamics
• Ability to apply orbital mechanics to operations (orbit determination, prediction, decay)
• Proficiency with Linux (Red Hat) and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Execute mission protection aspects of the space object catalog, including satellite conjunction assessment and catalog maintenance.
• Perform orbital analysis, orbit determination, prediction, decay assessment, and station-keeping maneuver evaluation.
• Provide operational support to space defense missions, including spaceflight safety and defensive space control.
• Analyze data from space object tracking sensors to develop SDA products and briefings for decision-makers.
• Review policies and procedures and apply them to SDA operations.
• Collaborate with space operations centers and intelligence organizations to coordinate information.

Job description

SAIC is seeking an Orbital Analyst - Space Domain Awareness at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, to support the 18th Space Defense Squadron and U.S. Space Force Space Operations Command. The role emphasizes orbital analysis, satellite catalog protection, conjunction assessment, and space defense operations.

Occasional non-routine hours may be required. Responsibilities include developing SDA products, applying orbital mechanics to operational problems, and coordinating with other centers and