Senior Operations Research Analyst

Haweo•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$200,000 - $210,000

About The Position

Overview Job Summary Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Operations Research Analyst to join our innovative and mission-focused team. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse and talented group of professionals dedicated to advancing national security space capabilities. Space Safari is looking for a Senior Operations Research Analyst to support a wide range of special projects and Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) missions. The ideal candidate brings hands-on technical, operational, and acquisition expertise to rapidly plan, integrate, and execute responsive space activities spanning spacecraft, ground systems, launch operations, and on-orbit mission execution.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI clearance with SAP Access.
10+ years of experience in large space program acquisition, systems engineering, or space operations
3+ years of experience specifically in space operations or operations support roles
8+ years of experience working with National Security Space ground systems, spacecraft, and/or launch systems
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to brief senior leaders and mission partners
Ability and willingness to work inside U.S. Government facilities
Familiarity with rapid acquisition approaches such as SBIR and OTA
Master's degree in Astro/aeronautical, mechanical, systems engineering, or computer science

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate TacRS missions, including spacecraft integration, ground systems, launch activities, logistics, and on-orbit operations
Conduct mission analysis, mission planning, CONOPS development, and readiness exercises
Coordinate daily with government customers, mission partners, and industry stakeholders to ensure mission alignment and rapid execution
Manage the RPO technical baseline and lead integration of spacecraft buses, payloads, ground components, software, and mission systems
Maintain technical risk registers and develop/execute risk mitigation strategies
Provide technical assessments of space, ground, and operational architectures
Identify system performance data needs, support system sustainment planning, and contribute to C2 and mission planning software development
Develop acquisition requirements and documentation for rapid procurement pathways (e.g., SBIR, OTA)
Lead technical proposal evaluations, participate in source selections, and ensure solutions meet mission requirements
Assist with financial documentation (Form 9, MIPR) and track program cost, schedule, and performance
Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and component providers to drive execution and meet delivery timelines
Support negotiations regarding scope, pricing, and technical requirements
Apply knowledge of Joint War fighting Concepts, CCMD processes, and operational planning frameworks (DIME, OODA Loop, JPP)