Description
Operating the largest space program in the world takes the combined efforts and skills of thousands of Airmen. It’s the responsibility of Space Systems Operations specialist to do everything from detecting sea-launched ballistic missiles and tracking satellites to assisting in rocket launches and space flight operations. These highly trained experts must be able to stay calm under pressure and utilize an incredible amount of skill to effectively perform the multiple tasks vital to Air Force missions.
Core Skills
- satellite operations and telemetry monitoring
- orbital mechanics fundamentals
- radar and sensor operations
- missile warning and missile tracking
- space domain awareness and object tracking
- command and control (C2) procedures
- real-time incident response and escalation
- technical report writing and briefing
- checklist-driven operations and SOP compliance
- systems troubleshooting and fault isolation
- situational awareness under time pressure
- multi-system console operations
- secure communications procedures
- joint and interagency coordination
- risk assessment and prioritization
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA CySA+
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- IT MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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