Orbital Analyst; OA - Protected Band

Aleut Federal, LLC Orbital Analyst (OA) - Protected Band

Job Category:
Technology

Requisition Number: ORBIT
003465

Posted:
December 15, 2025

Schedule:

Full Time

Location:

Schriever AFB, Colorado 80912, United States

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission is just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our "Shareholders," the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients and the various branches of the federal government.

We engage in local markets, so community service is embedded in our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is "We are One" because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

The Orbital Analyst (OA) supporting the Protected Band operations of the OAS III program is responsible for the real-time management of operational satellite communications (SATCOM) systems, mitigating risks, and ensuring mission success under time-sensitive conditions. This role supports protected band communications within the AEHF, and Milstar constellations and directly contributes to global mission assurance. This OA role will provide on-site system technical support for satellite anomaly resolution, collaboration with software teams, and basic-level mission planning.

Additionally, the OA Protected Band Analyst will serve as a key contributor to the OA Protected Band Lead in areas such as system planning, orbital determinations, architectural analysis, and quantitative analysis. Key responsibilities include reviewing and updating OA training materials, developing technical information reports, OA procedures, worksheets, job aids, and maintaining proficiency records for assigned personnel.

• Perform orbital analysis tasks supporting satellite operations, including orbit determination, vector estimation, and mission planning.
• Support special operations, including launch, anomaly resolution, relocation, and disposal activities.
• Support OA training, certifications, and skill sustainment programs under Lead OA guidance.
• Generate and provide daily orbital data to support multiple satellite contacts and command and control activities.
• Assist in maintaining and reviewing technical documentation such as OA procedures, job aids, worksheets, and training materials.
• Assist in the generation of orbital products such as ephemerides, maneuver plans, and conjunction assessment messages.
• Participate in required meetings and generate technical reports.
• Collaborate with government stakeholders and OA team to ensure product delivery and mission alignment.
• Provide support for SOC shutdown/restarts and software/database configuration.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of OA procedures, worksheets, and job aids.
• Participate in simulations, rehearsals, and training exercises.
• Collaborate with senior OAs to enhance Protected Band mission support capabilities.
• Support procedure development, data analysis, and other related activities as directed by management.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Astrophysics, Applied Mathematics, or related STEM field required; or 4 years of direct OA experience in lieu of degree.
• Completion of USAF/USSF Orbital Analyst Level II certification (preferred or within 4 months of hire).
• Additional training in satellite operations, astrodynamics, or SSA is desirable.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in developing training materials or instruction for OA functions.
• Minimum 2 years of experience applying mathematical principles in a technical or operational setting.
• Prior work with DSCS or WGS systems is preferred.
• Experience in Space…