Lead NOC Analyst

This Position is Contingent Upon Contract Award* ABOUT ALEUT FEDERAL At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission are 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. 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. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level. POSITION SUMMARY The Lead Orbital Analyst (OA) supporting Protected Band Operations on the Orbital Analyst Support III (OAS III) contract will lead a team of analysts delivering real-time and planning support for Milstar and AEHF satellite operations. This position requires deep expertise in orbital mechanics, satellite operations, and personnel mentorship. The Lead OA will oversee orbital analysis functions, including ephemeris generation, maneuver planning, and system performance trending. In addition to leading Protected Band technical operations, key responsibilities include analyst training, certification oversight, anomaly resolution, and coordination of SME support. The Lead OA serves as the primary technical liaison with government stakeholders and is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operational execution, training development, anomaly resolution, and the delivery of time-sensitive orbital products. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS * Lead and supervise all Protected Band Orbital Analysis activities, including orbit estimation, propagation, vector determination, maneuver planning, and trending. * Lead daily execution of orbital analysis support for AEHF and Milstar constellations. * Provide subject matter expertise in orbital mechanics and satellite communications operations, including Milstar and AEHF. * Review and approve ephemeris files, telemetry analysis, CARA/COLA risk assessments, and conjunction notifications. * Manage a team of OAs, developing daily work plans, schedules, and task prioritization. * Direct and support the development, delivery, and updating of orbital analysis training materials, procedures, tools, and job aids. * Coordinate orbital support during launch, early orbit, relocation, disposal, and contingency scenarios. * Serve as primary technical liaison with the government for Protected Band operations. * Oversee development and automation of scripts, tools, and algorithms for orbital analysis. * Interface directly with Space Operations Command (SpOC), 4 SOPS, and mission partner personnel to ensure product accuracy and delivery. * EDUCATION/TRAINING * Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Astrophysics, Applied Mathematics, or related STEM field required; Completion of USAF/USSF Orbital Analyst Level II and III certification (preferred or within 4 months of hire). * Additional training in satellite operations, astrodynamics, or SSA is desirable. EXPERIENCE * Minimum 6 years of experience in Orbital Analysis roles with a focus on Protected band SATCOM. * Minimum 3 years of experience directly applying mathematical principles in a technical or mission planning environment. * Minimum 3 years of experience delivering and developing formal training content. * Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams or high-visibility operational support * Experience supporting anomaly resolution, launch, and disposal operations preferred. * Demonstrated expertise in Protected Band SATCOM operations with working knowledge of Milstar and AEHF satellites. * Experience guiding teams in anomaly resolution, mission planning, and high-stakes decision-making. * Proven ability to develop, deliver, and revise formal training content for technical audiences. SKILLS/ABILITIES * Knowledge of configuration management principles as applied to OA product development, documentation, and baseline control * Advanced knowledge of orbital mechanics and application of mathematical principles, including orbital perturbation theory, trajectory propagation, and estimation models. * Proficiency with orbital analysis software such as STK, ODTK, FreeFlyer, MATLAB, and similar COTS tools. * Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills in support of cross-functional and client-facing operations. * Skilled in developing OA products, including ephemeris, maneuver plans, job aids, and risk assessments. * Capable of managing training records, certification programs, and technical deliverables across team members. Must meet all physical requirements for secure facility access. * Physically able to access secure government facilities and SCIF environments WORK ENVIRONMENT * This is an Onsite position that requires work to be performed at Schriever SFB, CO. * Working indoors in an office environment. * Potentially exposed to electrical or mechanical hazards, elevated work areas, and confined spaces. * May require occasional travel to support contingency operations. * May involve rotating shifts or on-call duty in support of 24/7 mission requirements. Must possess, or be able to obtain, and maintain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance. * Must be able to be cleared for base or site access. * Must be a US Citizen. * Must be available for a flexible work schedule to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Salary Range: $110,000-$125,000 ***Contingent Upon Contract Award*** We will accept applications for this position until October 25, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Health insurance * Dental/Vision insurance * Short- and Long-Term Disability * Life insurance * Aleut Federal, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, AF complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AF expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. #