Hiring: Operations Research Analyst Company: Galapagos Federal Systems Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 13:58:09 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Risk Management, SAP, Security Clearance, Segment, Systems Engineering, Systems Integration About the job Experience: •The Operations Research Analyst must have •10+ years of experience supporting large-scale space programs in acquisition, systems engineering, or space operations •3+ years of direct experience in space operations or operational mission planning •8+ years of experience with National Security Space systems, including spacecraft, ground systems, and/or launch operations •In-depth knowledge of space mission architecture, spacecraft systems, ground segment operations, and launch integration Required Skills: •Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an Operations Research Analyst to join our innovative, mission-focused team. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of skilled professionals dedicated to advancing national security space capabilities and supporting critical Department of the Air Force missions. •In this position, the Operations Research Analyst will support Space Safari and its portfolio of special projects, including Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) missions. The selected candidate will leverage technical, operational, and analytical expertise to enable the rapid planning, integration, and execution of responsive space capabilities. •The Operations Research Analyst will •Plan and execute Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) missions, including spacecraft integration, ground systems, launch operations, logistics, and on-orbit execution •Conduct mission analysis, mission planning, CONOPS development, and readiness exercises to support responsive space operations •Coordinate daily with government customers, mission partners, and industry stakeholders to ensure mission alignment and rapid execution •Manage the Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) technical baseline, leading integration across spacecraft buses, payloads, ground systems, software, and mission systems •Maintain technical risk registers and develop mitigation strategies across mission and system elements Qualifications: •Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary. •Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC •Active TS/SCI clearance with SAP access Compensation: •Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!