Space Systems & Orbital Analysis Specialist

Saic; California (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Space Systems Engineer / Orbital Analyst to support the 18th Space Defense Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force, CA. You will handle space protection, orbital analysis, data analysis, and satellite conjunction assessment to enable SDA-based decisions.

The role requires expertise in orbital mechanics, ASW tools, and Linux, with coordination across USG agencies. Typical hours apply, with potential after-hours during non-routine ops.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Poly.
• Min 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Space Situational Awareness, satellite catalog maintenance, orbital analysis, and conjunction assessment.

Responsibilities

• Execute mission protection aspects of the space object catalog for SDA.
• Provide operational support to space defense programs and analyses.
• Collaborate with space operations centers and acquisition offices.

Skills

Space Situational Awareness

Orbital analysis

Conjunction assessment

Linux

ASW software

Atlas

Orbit determination

Orbit prediction

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Linux (Red Hat)

ASW software

Atlas

MS Office

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Space Systems Engineer / Orbital Analyst to support the 18th Space Defense Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force, CA. You will handle space protection, orbital analysis, data analysis, and satellite conjunction assessment to enable SDA-based decisions.

The role requires expertise in orbital mechanics, ASW tools, and Linux, with coordination across USG agencies. Typical hours apply, with potential after-hours during non-routine ops.