Space Domain Awareness and Space Control Analyst

The Aerospace Corporation

. Analyze electro-optical (EO), radar, and passive RF sensor concepts and architectures for ground-based and space-based space surveillance applications .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $131,400 - $240,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Space Domain Awareness, including the analysis of sensor architectures and operational implications of technical assessments. Proficient in modeling, simulation, and developing algorithms to address complex space challenges while effectively communicating findings to senior stakeholders.

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Space Domain Awareness (SDA)Modeling and SimulationProgramming Proficiency (Python, MATLAB, C++, Java, C, FORTRAN)Threat-Informed AnalysisOperational Experience in Space Operations

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Hard Skills

Sensor Architecture AssessmentAlgorithm DevelopmentRisk AssessmentDetection Capabilities EvaluationTracking Accuracy AnalysisComputer Tool DevelopmentOperational Coverage EvaluationDirected Energy Effects KnowledgeEO and Radar Sensor ExperienceSpace Surveillance Network Operations

Soft Skills

Strong Written and Oral CommunicationCollaborative Work in Fast-Paced EnvironmentsAbility to Translate Complex Problems into Recommendations

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Security ClearanceU.S. Citizenship

Industry Keywords

National Security SpaceSpace OperationsMissile Warning/DefenseCommand and ControlOperational AnalysisFuture Force DesignSpace Warfighting Analysis CenterSpace Systems CommandMissile Defense AgencyContested Space Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze electro-optical (EO), radar, and passive RF sensor concepts and architectures for ground-based and space-based space surveillance applications
Assess terrestrial and space-based sensor architectures supporting space domain awareness missions
Evaluate sensor performance, operational coverage, detection capabilities, and tracking accuracy
Analyze space surveillance network sensor operations and architecture integration
Support assessments of advanced sensor concepts for enhanced space domain awareness
Conduct comprehensive risk assessments covering RF/DE interference, optical threats, and counterspace capabilities affecting satellite operations
Evaluate threat capabilities and their operational impacts on satellite systems
Conduct threat-informed analysis examining contested space environments and emerging threat vectors
Model and simulate complex space scenarios, including space domain awareness coverage, tracking performance, and threat engagement timelines
Develop algorithms and analytical methods to solve emerging space domain challenges
Create computer tools and simulations to support space surveillance, space control, and space protection missions
Collaborate with modeling and simulation teams to ensure operationally relevant outputs
Support mission-thread analysis and operational experimentation for future space capabilities
Evaluate directed energy effects on satellite operations and space mission capabilities
Support technical leads on modeling and simulation efforts while guiding early-career engineers and analysts
Lead analytical teams and provide expert assessments to government stakeholders
Translate complex technical analysis into actionable recommendations for senior decision-makers
Support strategic wargames, tabletop exercises, and operational planning activities
Serve as technical expert bridging space domain awareness operations with analytical capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience in national security space, space operations, missile warning/defense, command and control, or related mission areas
Master's degree or PhD in mathematics, engineering, physics, computer science, or related field
For Senior Engineering Specialist: Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of progressively responsible experience in space domain awareness, space control, operational analysis, mission architecture, or force design
Experience in Space Domain Awareness (SDA), space control, space surveillance sensors, missile warning, missile defense, or command-and-control mission areas
Knowledge of electronic warfare and/or directed energy effects
Background in modeling, simulation, and analysis
Experience developing computer tools, simulations, or interpreting technical analysis outputs
Proficiency in at least one programming language: Python, MATLAB, C++, Java, C, or FORTRAN
Ability to assess operational implications of technical analysis, sensor architecture assessments, and threat-informed analysis
Strong written and oral communication skills, including ability to brief senior government, military, and executive stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to translate complex operational problems into clear recommendations and decision products
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, classified, multi-organizational environments
Experience working with operators, engineers, intelligence professionals, and acquisition organizations
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. Government
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
Active TS/SCI clearance preferred as a standout qualification
20+ years of operational and strategic experience across space operations, missile warning/defense, command and control, or future force design preferred as a standout qualification
Operational experience as an orbit analyst, space control operator, or space operations center personnel
Space surveillance network sensor operations background
Experience supporting future force design, operational architecture, or capability integration for U.S. Space Force, Space Warfighting Analysis Center, Space Systems Command, U.S. Space Command, Missile Defense Agency, or similar organizations
Experience supporting national-level space wargames, operational experimentation, or contested space operations analysis
Experience advising senior leaders, general officer-level staff, combatant commands, or national security space organizations
Experience with EO and/or radar sensors, particularly for space surveillance applications
Experience assessing terrestrial and space-based sensor architectures for operational coverage and mission effectiveness
Experience working with modeling, simulation, sensor, EW/DE, algorithm, or systems engineering teams

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