Operations Forecast Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation

. Provide technical capabilities supporting customers and addressing launch operations, forecasting, and range safety challenges in the expanding U.S.

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and technical capabilities in launch operations, forecasting, and regulatory analysis, with proficiency in software development and simulation modeling. Capable of developing evidence-based forecasts and conducting independent technical assessments while effectively communicating results to stakeholders.

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Bachelor's Degree In Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Or Related DisciplineExperience With Python, C++, FortranTechnical Skills In Astrodynamics And Space Traffic ManagementAbility To Obtain And Maintain Security ClearanceExperience Supporting U.S. Government Customers

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Hard Skills

Mathematical Formulation And DerivationSoftware DevelopmentDiscrete Event SimulationData AnalysisForecastingTechnical AnalysisProject AssessmentSpace Situational AwarenessAI/ML Data AnalyticsDatabase Management

Soft Skills

Self-ManagementIndependent WorkRelationship BuildingTeam CoordinationMentorship

Tools & Technologies

High Performance Computing EnvironmentsArenaTableau

Certifications & Qualifications

Top-Secret Clearance (TS) With SCI Access

Industry Keywords

Launch OperationsRegulatory FilingsOrbital CongestionSpace PolicyCollision AvoidanceFlight SafetySpacecraft OperationsDebris MitigationSpace Traffic ManagementOn-Orbit Breakup Forensics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonTableauTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical capabilities supporting customers and addressing launch operations, forecasting, and range safety challenges in the expanding U.S. government launch enterprise
Contribute to projects involving technical analyses and software development for discrete event simulation and modeling
Research and analyze regulatory filings, government publications, company disclosures, and other sources
Develop evidence-based forecasts of launch activity, satellite deployments, orbital congestion, and reentries
Evaluate the credibility, maturity, schedule, and execution likelihood of announced space projects
Incorporate project assessments into forward-looking space activity forecasts
Conduct technical deep dives, trade studies, and assessments independently and with multidisciplinary technical leaders, Aerospace Program Office personnel, and external customers
Define and address customer needs
Develop and present timely, technically accurate briefings and reports communicating analysis results and recommended solutions
Travel occasionally as necessary to support customer efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university program in engineering, mathematics, physics, data analysis, operations research or related technical discipline (pursuing or conferred within the last 12 months)
0 to 1 years of professional postgraduate experience
Self-management of multiple tasks, deadlines, and deliverables
Ability to take direction, work independently, and develop productive working relationships
Skills in mathematical formulation and derivation
Demonstrated skills in the development and use of computer software tools
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. government
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
Transcripts are required
Experience with Python, C++, Fortran, High Performance Computing environments, and/or tools like Arena and Tableau is advantageous
Technical skills in related areas such as astrodynamics, collision avoidance, flight safety, link margin, orbit determination, cataloging, database management, spacecraft operations, radar/electro-optics, space object and debris environment projection, on-orbit breakup forensics, passive and controlled disposal, de-orbit, and re-entry analysis, debris mitigation and remediation analysis, space situational awareness, space traffic management, and AI/ML data analytics are advantageous
Meaningful and consistent contribution to a substantial technical analytical or development project through successful fruition is advantageous
Expertise in team coordination and/or mentorship is advantageous
Experience supporting US government customers is advantageous
Familiarity with current space policy with respect to launch supply and demand and space traffic management is advantageous
Current and active Top-Secret Clearance (TS) with SCI access is advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect