Junior Orbit Analyst

About the role

KBR's National Security Solutions team, which delivers engineering and advanced technology solutions to the intelligence and national security communities, is seeking a Junior Orbit Analyst. The role supports orbital analysis and mission planning for space-based assets, including monitoring satellite trajectories, performing basic orbital calculations and helping with collision avoidance assessments. It is a full-time, on-site position at a government facility in Springfield, Virginia, contingent upon contract award.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine orbital calculations and trajectory analysis using established tools and methods.
• Monitor satellite positions and assess potential conjunctions or collision risks.
• Assist in generating maneuver plans and validating orbital adjustments under supervision.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation of orbital data and analysis results.
• Support reports and briefings for mission planning and operational decision-making.
• Coordinate with senior analysts and mission teams to ensure compliance with orbital safety standards.
• Participate in shift operations and provide real-time support during critical mission events.
• Contribute to process improvements and tool enhancements for orbital analysis workflows.

Required profile

• One of: Master's degree and 1 year of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree and 2 years, or no degree and 4 years of relevant experience, with demonstrated expertise.
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with adjudicated polygraph.
• Familiarity with orbital mechanics principles and basic astrodynamics concepts.
• Ability to work in a mission-critical environment with rotating shifts as required.

Required skills

• Experience using orbital analysis software or tools such as STK, GMAT or equivalent.
• Preferred: experience supporting satellite operations or space mission planning, knowledge of conjunction assessment and collision avoidance, and exposure to scripting or programming for automation (e.g., Python, MATLAB).

What we offer

• Base pay of $101,700 - $124,300 for the Virginia area, depending on knowledge, skills and experience.
• Possible additional compensation such as sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, short- and long-term incentives or discretionary payments.