> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2166938-specialist-systems-engineering-space-operations-astrodynamics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2166938-specialist-systems-engineering-space-operations-astrodynamics). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Specialist, Systems Engineering (Space Operations Astrodynamics) - **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc. - **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO, United States - **Salary:** $80,500.0 - $149,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Systems Engineering, Decision Support Systems, Microsoft PowerPoint, Orbital Mechanics, SC Clearance - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/14D12F318A174F8EA5D780500335CA60/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. * Active Top Secret SCI clearance with CI Poly required Preferred Additional Skills: * Familiarity with basic orbital mechanics * Familiarity with DoD/NRO spacecraft and missions * Experience using astrodynamics tools such as STK, GMAT, and ODTK is a plus * Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite programs, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint * Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills ## Description The successful candidate will support a high performing team of Government and Contractor professionals to monitor, analyze, assess, and deliver - mission status, courses of action, anomaly investigation, and decision support information to senior decision makers in support of the Space Warfighting Mission. The candidate will be pivotal in supporting the implementation of national policies and generation of technical assessments to support policy decisions. The successful candidate will have experience with space operations, COA and TTP execution, and the Space Warfighting mission. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated the ability to operate in a dynamic and high energy environment with constantly changing tasking and priorities. This position supports the Space Superiority Business within the Space Systems sector. Essential Functions: * Work full time onsite at job location * Maintain awareness of threats to space operations and high-interest events * Operate and perform analysis in STK and other commercial and government-developed tools * Generate, share, present briefings and products for senior leadership and enterprise awareness * Support onboarding of new and enhanced tools * Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned * Create, coordinate, and release operational messages, L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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