Air Force AFSC · IT & Cyber
13SX Space Operations Officer
Overview
Space operations officers direct satellite systems that support communication and tracking. They oversee space surveillance, space lift, space warning, and satellite command and control while assessing operations and planning future systems, facilities, and personnel.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- satellite command and control operations
- orbital mechanics and space systems fundamentals
- command and control systems management
- network-centric operations planning
- space surveillance and tracking analysis
- mission planning and execution
- risk assessment and contingency planning
- technical leadership and team management
- requirements analysis and capability development
- systems integration and test oversight
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS CloudFormation
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Ansible software
- Atlassian JIRA
- Bash
- C++
- Docker
- Git
Civilian Career Paths
- Satellite Communications
- Network Operations
- IT Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Tech+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Linux+
Career Growth
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Associate
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
What the Work Involves
- Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
- Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes, and make recommendations regarding component use.
- Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
- Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems.
- Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
Related Occupations
- Software Developers
- Computer Systems Analysts
- Computer Network Architects
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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