Space Domain Awareness Intelligence, Advisor

Job Locations US-VA-Chantilly
Requisition ID
2026-165942
Position Category
Intel and Threat Analysis
Clearance
Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

Space Domain Awareness Intel Analyst will provide analytical support, algorithm development, and modeling and simulation analysis for space protection, space threat susceptibility, directed energy analysis, and space domain awareness. Candidate will interact directly with government customers and community stakeholders.

  • Contribute to risk and resilience assessments over a broad range of threats to satellite operations including, but not limited to, RF and optical interference and counterspace threats.
  • Support focus areas of the department, which could include modeling and risk assessments of kinetic threats (such as debris and collision), Space Domain Awareness, and mission operations.
  • Conduct a range of analysis using a framework of modeling, simulation and analysis capabilities including in-house, custom and commercially available/government provided modeling tools
  • Analyze electro-optical (EO), infrared (IR), radar and passive radio frequency (RF) sensor concepts, architectures, and algorithms
  • Provide independent assessments and lead studies with teams of analysts

 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
  • Current TS/SCI W Poly clearance
  • Demonstrated experience within the SDA and space control mission areas
  • Experience with, or understanding of, electronic warfare and directed energy effects
  • Experience in modeling, simulation, analysis, and/or algorithm development
  • Experience in at least one the following programming languages; Java, C++, Python, MATLAB, C, or FORTRAN.
  • Good interpersonal communication and briefing skills along with the ability to work independently and interact effectively with high-level government and contractor personnel.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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