Orbital Analyst

United States Space Force•Colorado, 18 86690-000, BR• Temporary

Posted 6 hours ago• Business & Finance

Compensation

$91,870–$142,022/year

Job Description

Summary

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

03/18/2026 to 03/25/2026

Salary $91,870 to - $142,022 per year

Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay. Equivalent to GS-12/13.

Pay scale & grade NH 3

Location

Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Operations Command (SpOC) at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado is searching for an Orbital Analyst (NH-0301-03, GS 12/13 equivalent).

Description:
As an Orbital Analyst with the 22nd Space Operations Squadron, you will be the designated expert for all responsibilities related to SCN Orbital analysis. Your primary function will be to support the SCN Orbital Analysis (OA) Element section in planning, directing, and managing all activities crucial for providing accurate SCN satellite user visibilities, Remote Tracking Station (RTS) Azimuth/Elevation Antenna pointing angles, and Radio Frequency/Electromagnetic Interference (RFI/EMI) analysis. Serving as the main SCN interface between satellite users and SCN Space Access Satellite Scheduling, you will provide essential support for launch and early orbit SCN missions and interface with multiple agencies.

This hands-on role requires you to work directly with the SCN MIDAS Automated Resource Scheduler (MARS) System and the Orbital Analysis System (OAS) Graphic User Interface (GUI) Orbit software applications. You will be expected to define, direct, and lead challenging projects that are vital to national security. Furthermore, you will serve as a technical authority, responsible for guiding and mentoring colleagues in solving highly complex problems, leveraging your extensive knowledge of DoW, USSF, national, and commercial satellite systems to provide critical insights.

The ideal candidate for the Orbital Analysis Operations Specialist position will have experience with the U.S. Space Force (USSF) Satellite Control Network (SCN) and knowledge of orbital mechanics, including various orbit types. While experience with Systems Tool Kit (STK) software is beneficial, it is not required.

This role requires a self-motivated individual with strong attention to detail who can operate with a high degree of independence once certified and proficient in their tasks. The candidate must blend technical expertise with analytical skills and leadership, capably following established procedures while also thinking creatively to troubleshoot complex challenges within the SCN Orbital Analysis System (OAS) database.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of DoD, national, commercial, and international satellite requirements and ground equipment capabilities; ability to use technical knowledge in the fields of space systems, satellite ground support systems, data processing/reduction systems, and satellite-to-ground communications systems. Working knowledge of the SCN and the Space Surveillance Network.
2. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing using tact and diplomacy to include making presentations and reports that provide technical information clearly and effectively. Ability to logically assess and analyze situations and develop innovative solutions where policies and directives are scarce or non-existent.
3. Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices in: orbital mechanics; satellite vehicle design; computer science technical fields as they relate to Orbital Analysis; satellite communication systems; and a working knowledge of computer operations and data management.
4. Knowledge of and ability to work with the Electronic Schedule Dissemination system, the Orbital Analysis Subsystem, and the Command and Control Segment mainframe.
5. Knowledge and ability to apply policies, procedures, memorandums of understanding and agreements with respect to the Orbital Analysis Section; ability to research, analyze, interpret and apply rules, regulations and procedures in a variety of situations and recommend timely, accurate and economical solutions.
6. Knowledge and ability to insure that engineering and analysis are accomplished in accordance with established procedures within the section.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with SCI access.
PCS is not authorized. Incentive is not authorized.
May be required to participate in readiness exercises.
May be required to perform TDY in accordance with JTR Vol II and applicable directives which may include government furnished transport, private auto, rental car, or military and commercial aircraft.
This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 15 days per year.
May be required to work non-standard hours on short notice including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
May be required to perform additional duties within the squadron as required.
This is a “key” position. Unless an alternate can be designated to perform the duties of this position during wartime, the incumbent of the “key” position must be screened from military recall status.
Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.

The 0301 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Required Documents

Resume:You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:

Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
- Job title
- Detailed duties and accomplishments
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor's name and phone number
- Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
- Hours per week
- Salary, if applicable
Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses

College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.