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Mission Support Orbital Analyst, 19 SDS


Job Location:

Dahlgren, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 46610 - 46610
Posted: 6 October 2026 (16 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) in Dahlgren Virginia at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is searching for a Mission Support Orbital Analyst to support the 19 SDS (NHGS 05/11 equivalent).

Description:
To serve as a Mission Support Orbital Analyst within the 19th Space Defense Squadron (19 SDS) accomplishing the critical Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission for U.S. Space Command (USSPACECOM) while providing warfighters with timely and accurate satellite positional data on man-made space objects. The incumbent is responsible for operating weapon systems over various platforms the analyst serves as a highly-skilled operator in a command and control (C2) center directing worldwide space sensors to detect track and identify all man-made space objects in support of USSPACECOMs warfighting SDA mission and accurately maintaining current and historical positional data on satellites and space debris in geocentric earth orbits and beyond.


Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Ability to perform precision orbit determination updates to include manual differential corrections and other complex statistical estimation techniques.
2. Skill to perform a higher degree of space analysis of objects and SDA data sharing; research analyze interpret and present data and supporting analysis to leadership.
3. Ability to independently set priorities plan coordinate and organize work to identify problems and develop innovative solutions; coordinate with other organizations; monitor progress and evaluate outcomes.
4. Operational knowledge of tasking procedures and sensor limitations for Near-Earth and Deep-Space orbits/trajectories.
5. Knowledge and understanding of agency USAF USSF Department of Defense (DoW) and national-level doctrine regulations policies guidelines requirements and initiatives related to assigned program(s) and/or project(s).
6. Possess a fundamental knowledge of orbital mechanics and dynamics.
7. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully both orally and in writing.


Requirements
Conditions of employment
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret /SCI security clearance.
  • May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
  • May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
  • Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): Approximately 21 days per year.
  • Eligible for situational telework only including Emergency and OPM prescribed Unscheduled Telework.
  • PCS is not authorized. Incentive is not authorized.
  • This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications whichever comes first.
  • This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
Qualifications

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.

Additional information

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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Required Experience:

IC