Full-time

Operations Lead - Mission Protection

Posted by Peraton • May 29, 2026

📍 Remote, Remote, Colombia
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Description

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of combined experience working in space defense operations and/or space operations requiring flight safety or I&W system tools (i.e., STK, ASW, DPS, DSS, MPS) with Bachelors; 16 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree; 10+ years relevant experience with MS in related Engineering or technical fields; 7 years of relevant experience with a PhD
  • Experience demonstrating applied knowledge of orbital mechanics, conjunction assessment or related satellite operations
  • Experience with STK, DSS, SPADOC, ATLAS or ASW systems
  • Active TS/SCI with adjudicated Poly

Preferred

  • 14+ years of combined prior space operations experience working as an orbital analyst, flight safety analyst, BSA, or satellite mission planner at a ground station
  • 2+ years assigned National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) or partnered IC organizations
  • SME-level understanding of orbital mechanics, fligh...

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