Space Orbital Analyst: Satellite Tracking & Anomalies

Booz Allen Hamilton

United States

On-site

USD 78,000 - 176,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton seeks an Orbital Analyst to support national space missions by tracking satellites, predicting trajectories, and identifying potential collisions. You will interpret orbital data and brief management on findings, and collaborate with analysts to advance target development and operational requirements.

The role emphasizes scripting skills (shell, Perl, Python) and space domain knowledge, with multiple education pathways providing growth opportunities within a

Qualifications

Experience with scripting languages (shell, Perl, or Python).
Knowledge of space surveillance/tracking systems (radar/optical).
Ability to compile and analyze statistics on space object populations.
TS/SCI clearance.
Educational paths with required experience: AAS/AS 8+ yrs, BA 6+ yrs, or MS 4+ yrs in space/engineering/orbital analytics.

Responsibilities

Conduct orbital analysis and data interpretation to monitor trajectories and potential collisions.
Identify anomalies in satellite behavior and analyze trends.
Brief clients and management on orbital analysis findings in meetings and presentations.
Collaborate with operations managers, operators, and analysts on analytic methods and strategies.

Skills

Shell scripting

Perl

Python

Space surveillance

Education

Associate’s degree in space/engineering

Bachelor’s degree in space/engineering

Master’s degree in space/engineering

Tools

Orbital calculation tools

Job description

The role emphasizes scripting skills (shell, Perl, Python) and space domain knowledge, with multiple education pathways providing growth opportunities within a

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