Space Domain Awareness, Space Control Analyst

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced space domain analysis professional to develop and apply advanced modeling, simulation, and data analysis methods for space surveillance challenges. You will evaluate EO/IR, radar, and RF sensor systems, assess threats to satellites, and contribute to resilience strategies.

Responsibilities include leading analytical studies, presenting findings to government customers and program offices, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across locations while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• 2+ years of professional experience in engineering, scientific analysis, or related fields (4+ years for senior-level consideration).
• Background or strong interest in space domain awareness or space control.
• Experience with modeling, simulation, data analysis, and/or algorithm development.
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, Java, C++, C, or FORTRAN.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance.
• Active security clearance (TS/SCI).
• Familiarity with sensor technologies (EO/IR sensors, missile warning/defense systems).
• Military or operational experience in space or missile defense operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply analytical methods, algorithms, and simulations to solve complex space surveillance challenges.
• Use commercial and custom-built modeling and simulation tools to conduct technical analyses.
• Evaluate sensor systems and technologies, including electro-optical, infrared, radar, and radio frequency systems.
• Assess threats to space systems and contribute to strategies that enhance resilience and protection.
• Analyze risks from threats to satellite operations, from interference to counterspace activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on studies covering mission operations.
• Present findings and lead analytical studies.
• Collaborate with government customers, program offices across multiple locations, and technical experts throughout the organization.

Skills

Modeling And Simulation

Data Analysis

Programming In Python, MATLAB, Java, C

Space Domain Awareness

Security Clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's Degree In Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science

Advanced Degree (Master's or PhD) In A Technical Field

Tools

Modeling Tools

Simulation Tools

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

• Develop and apply analytical methods, algorithms, and simulations to solve complex space surveillance challenges
• Use commercial and custom-built modeling and simulation tools to conduct technical analyses
• Evaluate sensor systems and technologies, including electro-optical, infrared, radar, and radio frequency systems
• Assess threats to space systems and contribute to strategies that enhance resilience and protection
• Analyze risks from threats to satellite operations, from interference to counterspace activities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on studies covering mission operations
• Present findings and lead analytical studies
• Collaborate with government customers, program offices across multiple locations, and technical experts throughout the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, or related technical field
• 2+ years of professional experience in engineering, scientific analysis, or related fields (4+ years for senior-level consideration)
• Background or strong interest in space domain awareness or space control
• Experience with modeling, simulation, data analysis, and/or algorithm development
• Programming experience in one or more languages such as Python, MATLAB, Java, C++, C, or FORTRAN
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders, including government personnel and contractors
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a technical field
• Active security clearance (TS/SCI)
• Familiarity with sensor technologies (EO/IR sensors, missile warning/defense systems)
• Military or operational experience in space or missile defense operations
• Experience with command and control systems
• Knowledge of electronic warfare (EW) or directed energy (DE)
• Experience with space surveillance networks or satellite tracking operations

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in analytical methods, algorithms, and simulations for space surveillance challenges, with strong capabilities in modeling, simulation, and data analysis. Proficient in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and presenting findings to stakeholders, while maintaining a focus on space domain awareness and sensor technologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Modeling And Simulation
• Data Analysis
• Programming In Python, MATLAB, Java, C++, C, FORTRAN
• Space Domain Awareness
• Active Security Clearance (TS/SCI)

Hard Skills

• Analytical Methods
• Algorithms Development
• Technical Analysis
• Risk Assessment
• Sensor Technology Evaluation
• Electro-Optical Systems
• Infrared Systems
• Radar Systems
• Radio Frequency Systems
• Command And Control Systems

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Independent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree In Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science
• Advanced Degree (Master's Or PhD) In A Technical Field
• Ability To Obtain And Maintain A Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

• Space Surveillance
• Space Control
• Military Experience
• Operational Experience
• Electronic Warfare
• Directed Energy
• Missile Defense Systems
• Space Surveillance Networks
• Satellite Tracking Operations

Tools & Technologies

• Modeling Tools
• Simulation Tools
• Data Analysis Tools