Command and Control (C2) Optimization & Warfighter Integration Analyst

Space Systems Integration

$170K — $195K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of relevant experience.
  • Experience in Command and Control (C2) operations, planning, or optimization.
  • Ability to function in senior-level environments (O-6 and above).
  • Deep knowledge of Air Force/Space Force structures, particularly the Air Reserve Component.
  • Background in weapons school, orbital warfare, or operational planning forums.
  • Exceptional communication and briefing skills for complex topics.
  • Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI, SCI eligibility, and willingness to undergo polygraph.

Responsibilities

  • Represent the team in interactions with senior leaders, primarily O-6 and above.
  • Analyze and modernize C2 frameworks and operational integration processes.
  • Provide strategic insights to enhance multi-domain synchronization and readiness.
  • Act as the senior C2 advisor in joint planning efforts.
  • Represent ARC needs in high-level strategic discussions.
  • Engage with military, civilian, and industry stakeholders to align C2 initiatives.
  • Serve as the exclusive ARC C2 advisor to the Weapons and Tactics Conference.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • 401k contribution.
Full Job Description
SSI is seeking a Command and Control (C2) Optimization & Warfighter Integration Analyst for a role in El Segundo, CA.

The successful candidate will provide strategic-level expertise in C2 operations, warfighter integration, orbital warfare, and advanced tactics development across the Total Force. This role requires the ability to operate independently in senior-level forums and represent Air Reserve Component (ARC) equities in joint and multi-domain environments.

Role and Responsibilities include:

Command and Control Optimization
  • Serve as the representative on the customer team, composed primarily of senior leaders (O-6 level and above).
  • Provide analytical and operational expertise to assess, modernize, and improve C2 frameworks, decision-making processes, and operational integration across the enterprise.
  • Deliver data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership to enhance readiness, responsiveness, and multi-domain synchronization.

Senior-Level Advisory & Representation
  • Act as the primary advisor for Command and Control within cross-functional and joint planning efforts.
  • Represent ARC perspectives in high-level strategic discussions, ensuring Reserve Component capabilities, limitations, and integration requirements are fully incorporated into future force design and operational concepts.
  • Interface with senior military leaders, government civilians, and industry partners to align C2 modernization efforts with mission needs.

Weapons and Tactics Development Support
  • Serve as the sole ARC C2 advisor to the Weapons and Tactics Conference (WEPTAC) Mission Area Working Group.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of advanced warfighter tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) across the Department of Defense.
  • Facilitate the integration of ARC capabilities into evolving multi-domain operational concepts, ensuring relevance in future conflicts.
  • Support collaboration across mission areas to drive innovation in operational concepts, integration strategies, and tactical employment.


Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree and fifteen (15) years or more of related experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in Command and Control (C2) operations, planning, or optimization.
  • Proven ability to operate effectively in senior-level environments (O-6 and above).
  • Strong understanding of Air Force / Space Force organizational structures, especially the Air Reserve Component.
  • Experience supporting weapons school, orbital warfare, tactics development, or operational planning forums.
  • Excellent communication and briefing skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear recommendations.
  • Active TS clearance with in-scope T5/SSBI is required, along with SCI eligibility and participation in Continuous Evaluation.
  • Must meet all requirements for SCI and SAP access and be willing to undergo a polygraph examination.
  • Travel is 10%.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in multi-domain operations (MDO) or joint all-domain command and control (JADC2).
  • Prior involvement in WEPTAC, tactics conferences, or doctrine development.
  • Familiarity with Space Force missions, systems, or operational environments.
  • Experience supporting high-visibility, strategic-level initiatives.


$170,000 - $195,000 a year

Target salary range: $170,000 - $195,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range and bonus potential for this position based on experience and other factors. We offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

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