Air Force AFSC · Intelligence
1C6X1 Space Systems Operations
Overview
A Space Systems Operations specialist detects sea-launched ballistic missiles and tracks satellites. The specialist also assists with rocket launches and space flight operations.
Minimum clearance: Top Secret
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Skill levels: 1C611 helper · 1C631 apprentice · 1C651 journeyman · 1C671 craftsman
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
- checklist-driven operations and SOP compliance
- systems troubleshooting and fault isolation
- secure communications procedures
Civilian Software & Tools
- Apache Hadoop
- Atlassian JIRA
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Extensible markup language XML
- JavaScript
- JUnit
Civilian Career Paths
- Satellite Communications
- Network Operations
- IT Management
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASTM NCATT Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)
- ASTM NCATT Autonomous Navigation Systems (ANS)
- ASTM NCATT Dependent Navigation Systems (DNS)
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- ASTM NCATT Onboard Communications & Safety Systems (OCS)
Career Growth
- ASTM NCATT Radio Communication Systems (RCS)
- Associate Certified Analytics Professional (aCAP)
- Associate Computing Professional
- Associate Electronics Technician (CETa)
- Certified Aerospace Technician Core
What the Work Involves
- Test aircraft systems under simulated operational conditions, performing systems readiness tests and pre- and post-operational checkouts, to establish design or fabrication parameters.
- Identify required data, data acquisition plans, and test parameters, setting up equipment to conform to these specifications.
- Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and operate test setups and equipment to detect malfunctions.
- Confer with engineering personnel regarding details and implications of test procedures and results.
- Record and interpret test data on parts, assemblies, and mechanisms.
Related Occupations
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
- Avionics Technicians
- Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 1C6X1. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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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