Summary
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Duties
The United States Space Force (USSF) in Dahlgren, Virginia at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is searching for a Lead Reentry Analyst to support the 19 SDS (NH-0301-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). Description: This position is for a Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Specialist within the 19th Space Defense Squadron (19 SDS). The 19 SDS, a component of Mission Delta 2, is a key squadron in the U.S. Space Force responsible for providing a comprehensive understanding of the space domain picture. This role is critical for innovating and federating space domain awareness operations to ensure freedom of action for the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. The position requires a high degree of specialization in ground and space-based sensor optimization, orbital mechanics, and mission support for space operations 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 (DoD), 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 in orally and in writing.
How you will be evaluated
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.