Offensive/Defensive Space Control Analyst (ODSC)
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Offensive/Defensive Space Control Analyst (ODSC)
Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Projects: KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
- Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
Job Summary
KBR is seeking an Offensive/Defensive Space Control Analyst (ODSC) to join our team at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO. An active TS/SCI clearance is required.
In this role, you will deliver tactical assessments, algorithm validation, and software solutions to close critical space kill chains, ensuring the war-fighter maintains the tactical edge in space.
Responsibilities
- Provide decision-makers and war-fighters with the critical analysis, tools, and modeling required to close complex space kill chains
- Analyze algorithm deficiencies and identify possible mitigation procedures and/or replacement algorithms across the space C2 enterprise
- Develop/maintain astrodynamics tools and software for a variety of operational use cases
- Research and develop algorithms and/or methods to improve SDA and OW operations
- Compile research and analysis into digestible presentations and reports for senior leadership
- Assist operational units (e.g., 18 SDS, NSDC, and more) with developing short-term software solutions for a variety of real-world issues
- Serve as a subject matter expert on astrodynamics and offensive/defensive space control
- Assist in validation of SSN, non-traditional, commercial space surveillance sensor data
Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance required
- Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Operations Research, Astrodynamics, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or another engineering/science field
- Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in space systems analysis, astrodynamics, or space control operations
- Coding Expertise: Strong quantitative and analytical programming abilities, with at least 5 years of experience using Python to parse complex datasets, run simulations, or build mathematical models
- Domain Tools: Demonstrated hands-on experience with industry standard astrodynamics software and modeling suites
Desired Qualifications
- PhD. in Operations Research or a theoretical science field
- Programing Language: Experience using MATLAB, Java, or Shell scripting (Bash/Zsh) alongside Python, as well as Git
- Familiarity with Satellite Mission Platform
- Familiarity and use of the Unified Data Library
- A deep understanding of the current space C2 enterprise
- Mission Domain Knowledge: Deep familiarity with DoD space systems, Joint Force programs, and specialized platforms supporting Orbital Warfare (OW) and/or Electronic Warfare (EW)
Work Environment
- Location: Onsite
- Work Hours: Standard
Compensation
- For Colorado only, the salary range for this position is approximately $165,000 - $175,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Other Compensation
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Copied from the listing KBR published, verified 31 Oct 2026.
About KBR
KBR's space work: NASA human spaceflight support at Johnson Space Center, Stennis Space Center operations and space systems engineering for the Space Force.
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