Aleut Federal · 1 month ago
Orbital Analyst (OA) - Protected Band
Schriever AFB, Colorado, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$95K/yr - $115K/yr
2+ years expAleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise dedicated to supporting its shareholders and the federal government. The Orbital Analyst (OA) role focuses on the management of satellite communications systems, providing technical support for satellite operations, and ensuring mission success under time-sensitive conditions.
Assistive TechnologyCloud InfrastructureCyber SecurityEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP)Management ConsultingProject ManagementSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform orbital analysis tasks supporting satellite operations, including orbit determination, vector estimation, and mission planning
Support special operations, including launch, anomaly resolution, relocation, and disposal activities
Support OA training, certifications, and skill sustainment programs under Lead OA guidance
Generate and provide daily orbital data to support multiple satellite contacts and command and control activities
Assist in maintaining and reviewing technical documentation such as OA procedures, job aids, worksheets, and training materials
Assist in the generation of orbital products such as ephemerides, maneuver plans, and conjunction assessment messages
Participate in required meetings and generate technical reports
Collaborate with government stakeholders and OA team to ensure product delivery and mission alignment
Provide support for SOC shutdown/restarts and software/database configuration
Contribute to the development and maintenance of OA procedures, worksheets, and job aids
Participate in simulations, rehearsals, and training exercises
Collaborate with senior OAs to enhance Protected Band mission support capabilities
Support procedure development, data analysis, and other related activities as directed by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Astrophysics, Applied Mathematics, or related STEM field required; or 4 years of direct OA experience in lieu of degree
Minimum 2 years of experience in developing training materials or instruction for OA functions
Minimum 2 years of experience applying mathematical principles in a technical or operational setting
Ability to operate or learn orbital modeling tools (e.g., STK, MATLAB, FreeFlyer)
Working knowledge of conjunction assessment, satellite maneuver planning, and protected SATCOM operations
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Working knowledge of AEHF and Milstar satellite systems is required
Familiarity with orbital mechanics, coordinating systems, and space environment effects
Knowledge of configuration management principles
Effective written and verbal communication and coordination with internal teams and government stakeholders
Ability to contribute to training program development, maintenance of certification records, and job aids
Strong teamwork and analytical thinking abilities
Must be able to pass pre-employment background screening
Must possess a valid and unrestricted driver's license
Must possess, or be able to obtain, and maintain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance
Must be able to be cleared for base or site access
Must be a US Citizen
Must be available for a flexible work schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred
Completion of USAF/USSF Orbital Analyst Level II certification (preferred or within 4 months of hire)
Prior work with DSCS or WGS systems is preferred
Experience in Space Domain Awareness mission
Experience in supporting modeling, simulation, and analysis of national security space-related problems is desired
Experience working with JSON and XML files, often used for data exchange and API definitions
Additional training in satellite operations, astrodynamics, or SSA is desirable
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental/Vision insurance
Paid Time Off
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life insurance
401 (k) and match
Company
Aleut Federal
Aleut Federal offers an array of administrative services including Infrastructure, technology, strategy and management consulting.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
April Jones
Recruitment Business Partner
Jenn Henriques, SPHR
Chief People Officer
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