Space Force SFSC · Support
5S0X1 Space Systems Operator
Overview
Space Systems Operators carry out missile detection and satellite tracking duties. Their space systems work covers both detecting missiles and tracking satellites.
Minimum clearance: Top Secret
Skill levels: 5S011 helper · 5S031 apprentice · 5S051 journeyman · 5S071 craftsman
Core Skills
- satellite operations monitoring
- missile warning and detection procedures
- command and control systems operation
- situational awareness and reporting
- signal monitoring and analysis
- incident detection and escalation
- technical troubleshooting
- standard operating procedure execution
- team communication under time pressure
- shift work and watchstanding
Civilian Software & Tools
- Apache Hadoop
- Atlassian JIRA
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- C++
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
- Extensible markup language XML
- JavaScript
- JUnit
Civilian Career Paths
- Network Operations
- Systems Administration
- Telecommunications
- Satellite Communications
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 Electronics Technician (CETa)
- Certified Aerospace Technician Core
- Certified Analytics Professional - Expert (CAP-X)
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: vocational training or an associate degree.
Similar Specialties
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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