UF
$102,415 – $158,322
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This U.S. Space Force role monitors and analyzes satellite positions and orbital debris to support military space awareness, requiring expertise in orbital mechanics and sensor data interpretation. The work involves operating command-and-control systems, performing precision calculations, and presenting findings to senior leadership.
Our summary, not United States Space Force’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Expert knowledge of operations research and space sensor data analysis
- Ability to perform precision orbit determination with manual differential corrections
- Knowledge of orbital mechanics and dynamics
- Operational knowledge of sensor tasking procedures and limitations for Near-Earth and Deep-Space orbits
- Understanding of USAF, USSF, Department of War, and national-level space doctrine and policies
- Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information eligibility and active Special Access Program access
- Effective oral and written communication
- Ability to work overtime and travel as mission requires