Data Analytics Analyst, SSC/FM

📍 Los Angeles, California · 🏛 Space Systems Command · 💰 $104,349–$161,313 per year · 🎓 NH 3 · 🧭 Operations Research (1515) · ⏳ Closes Nov 16, 2026 · 5 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 9, 2026
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Job details at a glance

AgencySpace Systems Command
DepartmentDepartment of the Air Force
LocationLos Angeles, California
Salary$104,349–$161,313 per year
GradeNH 3
ScheduleFull-time
Occupation seriesOperations Research (1515)
Openings1
Hiring pathsOpen to the public
PostedNov 9, 2026
Application deadlineNov 16, 2026
Telework eligibleYes
Remote jobNo
Security clearanceSecret
Relocation expenses reimbursedYes
Promotion potentialNone
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About this job

Do not email applications. To submit your resume for this Direct Hire opportunity click here. For additional information on other USSF direct hire opportunities visit the Air Force Civilian Careers Space Force website and follow USSF on LinkedIn.

Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) Los Angeles AFB, El Segundo, CA is searching for a Data Analytics Analyst, SSC/FM (NH-1515-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). Description: As a Data Analytics Analyst (Operations Research Analyst), you will turn complex financial, budget, cost, and program data into clear insights that help Space Systems Command make informed acquisition and resource decisions. You will design and improve data tools, dashboards, models, and visualizations; analyze budget execution and cost trends; support financial planning; and develop recommendations for senior leaders and program teams. Your work will strengthen data governance, internal controls, audit readiness, and enterprise risk-management efforts across the command. This position is well suited for an analytical, mission-focused professional who enjoys solving difficult problems with data and working across technical, financial, and acquisition teams. On a typical day, you may use SQL, Python or R, Power BI, Tableau, Excel, and enterprise financial systems to integrate data, validate results, automate recurring analyses, and brief decision-quality findings to stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to help shape innovative data and artificial-intelligence solutions that improve how the organization manages resources and delivers resilient space capabilities. Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations research, data analytics, financial analysis, cost analysis, budgeting, accounting, data science, or a related field. They will be comfortable applying quantitative methods to complex problems; building and improving analytical models; and translating large, complicated data sets into practical recommendations for leaders. Experience developing dashboards, automated reports, data visualizations, and decision-support tools is highly desirable, along with proficiency using Structured Query Language, Python, R, Microsoft Excel, Power Business Intelligence, Tableau, and enterprise financial or resource-management systems. The successful candidate will be a collaborative, independent problem solver who can work effectively with acquisition, financial management, and technical teams. They should be able to communicate complex findings clearly in writing and in briefings; exercise sound judgment; manage competing priorities; and build productive working relationships across organizations. The candidate should also be willing and able to maintain required technical, financial management, and acquisition workforce qualifications; safeguard sensitive information; and support occasional travel or unscheduled work requirements when mission needs arise.

Qualifications

The 1515 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. In addition to the above requirements, you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions.

Evaluations

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

How to apply

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Required documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide: Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: Job title Detailed duties and accomplishments Employer's name and address Supervisor's name and phone number Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) Hours per week Salary, if applicable Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

What to expect next

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Other information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Data Analytics Analyst, SSC/FM job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $104,349–$161,313 per year (NH 3).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 16, 2026 — 5 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Los Angeles, California with the Space Systems Command.

How do I apply?

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