Overview

As a Space Operations Analyst, you will support space mission analysis by applying systems engineering principles and operations analysis to shape future space capabilities. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the development of digital models, analytic pipelines, and system architectures that support space domain awareness, command and control, and combat power planning.

This role is highly collaborative and mission-focused. You will work directly with Department of Defense stakeholders to define operational problems, identify desired outcomes, and develop modeling-based approaches that support strategic and tactical decision-making across the space domain.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with government and military stakeholders to define mission needs and operational problem sets.

• Translate operational scenarios and campaign-level concepts into structured modeling inputs.

• Apply systems engineering and operations analysis methods to evaluate space mission capabilities and architectures.

• Contribute to the development of analytic products that inform planning, acquisition, and operational decisions.

• Interpret simulation and study results to generate insights that support decision-makers.

• Communicate technical findings clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Participate in agile planning processes and collaborate with analysts, developers, and subject matter experts.

• Ensure all work remains aligned with mission priorities and is technically sound.

Qualifications

Required:

• Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 10+ years of professional experience, or

  • Master’s degree in a STEM field with 8+ years of experience

  • Equivalent experience may be substituted for a degree

• Space and Operational Expertise

  • Deep experience in operations/campaign-level assessment of the joint, multi-domain warfight

  • Background in joint space warfighting, gained through operational, science & technology, or test organizations

  • Understanding in multiple areas of space operations, such as:

    • Astrodynamics / Orbital Mechanics

    • Rendezvous and Proximity Operations

    • Satellite Communications

    • Missile Warning / Missile Defense

    • Space-based PNT

    • Remote Sensing / Environmental Monitoring

    • Command and Control (C2)

    • Battle Management

    • Space Domain Awareness (SDA)

• Analytical & Technical Skills

  • Exposure to modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) tools

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

• Soft Skills & Work Ethic

  • Demonstrated success working collaboratively with stakeholders to solve complex problems

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Curiosity, initiative, and a drive to continuously learn and improve

• Security Clearance

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

  • U.S. citizenship required

Preferred:

• Experience with SysML and Cameo Systems Modeler or similar MBSE tools

• Familiarity with Agile development processes, including Scrum and Kanban

Target salary range: $90,270 - $189,108

Disclaimer:  The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.