Journeyman Operations Research Analyst (TS/SCI)- Los Angeles AFB
- Delta Solutions and Strategies
- Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Aug 31, 2026
Job Description
Journeyman Operations Research Analyst (TS/SCI)
Delta Solutions & Strategies is seeking a Journeyman Operations Research Analyst to support United States Space Force Space Systems Command (SSC), Space Sensing (SN) activities in Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, California.
This position will provide modeling, simulation, analysis, design of research, mission analysis, wargaming, and quantitative decision support for Space Sensing. The selected candidate will independently execute defined technical or analytical tasks, develop accurate work products, coordinate routine stakeholder inputs, and support reviews, working groups, and Government decision-making.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in the functional area, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced Department of Defense acquisition environment.
*Anticipated award/start date September 28, 2026
What you will be doing:
- Professional experience and technical depth commensurate with a Journeyman-level role in the applicable functional area.
- Relevant operations research, modeling and simulation, quantitative analysis, mission analysis, systems analysis, or related experience commensurate with the position level.
- Experience applying quantitative or analytical methods to complex technical, operational, or mission problems.
- Experience documenting assumptions, limitations, methodology, analytical results, and recommendations.
- Ability to develop, assess, validate, or use models and simulations for decision support.
- Strong analytical, research, technical writing, data interpretation, and briefing skills.
- Ability to work effectively with Government, FFRDC, engineering, operational, and contractor stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience using technical analysis or modeling tools.
- Ability to work on site in Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, California and support in-person Government meetings and mission activities as required.
- Ability to support CONUS and OCONUS travel when required by the Government.
- Ability to work with sensitive and classified information, Government systems, controlled-access facilities, and Government-furnished equipment in accordance with contract requirements.
- Security Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance with SCI access/eligibility required for this position.
What you will need:
- Professional experience and technical depth commensurate with a Journeyman-level role in the applicable functional area.
- Relevant aerospace, systems engineering, space systems, mission integration, or related technical experience commensurate with the position level.
- Knowledge of systems engineering processes across requirements, design, integration, verification, test, and sustainment.
- Experience reviewing complex technical documentation and translating findings into clear recommendations.
- Ability to assess technical, schedule, interface, and mission risks and communicate impacts to Government stakeholders.
- Strong research, analytical, technical writing, editing, and briefing skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with military, civilian, FFRDC, and contractor personnel.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications used to develop technical reports, briefings, schedules, and other Government deliverables.
- Ability to work on site in Los Angeles Air Force Base in El Segundo, California and support in-person Government meetings and mission activities as required.
- Ability to support CONUS and OCONUS travel when required by the Government.
- Ability to work with sensitive and classified information, Government systems, controlled-access facilities, and Government-furnished equipment in accordance with contract requirements.
- Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required. Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance if required by the contract.
Desired Skills/Experience:
- Experience supporting United States Space Force, Space Systems Command, or Department of Defense space mission analysis.
- Experience with space mission planning, architecture analysis, wargaming, test analysis, or military utility studies.
- Experience with model verification and validation, configuration control, or model documentation.
- Familiarity with Government or commercial modeling and simulation environments used for space or defense analysis.
- Experience developing or delivering analyst training or repeatable analytical processes.
State
Immediate Fill
First things first.... Who are you?
If the following describes you, we can help:
The nation called and you answered. Our national security depends on you. Your ability to learn and willingness to endure means the difference between democracy and tyranny. The enemies of freedom are many and will stop at nothing to end the American way of life.
You: the Guardian, the Airman, the Soldier, the Marine, the Sailor, the government civilian employee. You are duty-driven to perform your work in accordance with exacting standards. You know these standards are essential to maintaining operational excellence and security. Integrity and service are your calling card.
The Struggle
You have an important job to do. Your workforce is young and inexperienced. Everyone is motivated and they do their best, but deep down you know, things could be better.
- or -
You're the company with a contract to help that workforce. It's been difficult filling the open positions with qualified personnel and you don't know where else to look for talent.
The question is...how can you fix it?
The Delta Difference
We've got your six! Our experienced staff have been in your position, literally. As a result, we can offer training, education, modeling/sim applications, operations, and maintenance manpower. We can train or augment your workforce!
How we can help
Delta Solutions & Strategies is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business with the certifications to meet your needs. Our Quality Management System is ISO 9001:2015 certified. We are ITAR and CMMC compliant. Let us help you achieve your full potential by exploiting our four primary capabilities.
These areas leverage our unique operational and technical expertise.