Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Space Operations Analyst to join a Federal Program in Vandenberg, CA. The Space Operations Analyst will be responsible for providing subject matter expertise and operational-level support to military space operations planning, coordination, and policy development in support of national security objectives.
Responsibilities of the Space Operations Analyst include:
- Evaluate and support planning for Command and Control, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), Space Situational Awareness (SSA) sharing, and space control strategies, architectures, and requirements.
- Provide analytical and administrative support for joint and combined space operations planning in alignment with Joint Publication 5-0.
- Assess technical capabilities, mission goals, and available resources to develop strategies, policies, CONOPS, and alternative solutions that align with operational objectives.
- Review and contribute to the development and coordination of key space operations documents, including directives, instructions, CONOPS, agreements, and requirements.
- Analyze the impact of global sensor issues, space events, and domestic or international space policy changes on mission execution and operations center activities.
- Support anomaly resolution and assess the implications of policy changes on space operations.
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of assessments related to Commander Priorities, Readiness, and Operations, ensuring alignment with mission directives.
- Participate in technical meetings and working groups, such as Lessons Learned and Rules of Engagement, providing both analytical and administrative support.
Qualifications for the Space Operations Analyst include:
- Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of experience, or a Master’s degree and 7 years of experience.
- Experience supporting decision-making processes across diverse stakeholders, including commercial, civil, government, and military entities.
- Proven ability to communicate operational capabilities, limitations, and requirements through tailored deliverables and presentations.
- Familiarity with space operations within the context of joint military operations.
- Understanding of military doctrine, including orders, plans, policies, instructions, and CONOPS.
- Skilled in researching and synthesizing information into concise formats such as briefings, white papers, and presentations.
- Knowledge of command structures and authorities within military or joint operational environments.
- Must have and active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Compensation for the Space Operations Analyst includes:
- Salary Range: $140,000 - $180,000 depending on experience
- Comprehensive Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays
Keywords
Space Operations, Space Domain Awareness, SDA, Space Situational Awareness, SSA, Space Control, Command and Control, C2, Joint Planning, Joint Publication 5-0, CONOPS, Operational Planning, Policy Development, Strategy Development, Military Doctrine, Space Policy, Space Events, Global Sensor Analysis, Anomaly Resolution, Readiness Assessments, Commander Priorities, Technical Meetings, Lessons Learned, Rules of Engagement, Administrative Support, Analytical Support, Vandenberg AFB, National Security, TS/SCI, Top Secret Clearance, USSPACECOM, Space Force, SpOC, Civil-Military Coordination, Interagency Collaboration, Defense Operations, Military Operations, Space Architecture, Space Requirements, Operational-Level Support, Mission Analysis, Capability Assessment, Stakeholder Engagement, Briefing Preparation, White Papers, Presentation Development, Space Operations Documents, Orders and Directives, Military Instructions, Space Agreements, Technical Studies, Verification and Validation, Security Support, Documentation Support, Planning Forums, Technical Interchange Meetings, Federal Program, Space SME
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