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Relocating to Huntsville for the Space Industry? Discover the latest Space Command careers, defense industry jobs, and aerospace opportunities connected to the new U.S. Space Command headquarters at Redstone Arsenal.

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Welcome to Your Gateway for Space Command Jobs

With the arrival of U.S. Space Command in Huntsville (The Rocket City), thousands of professionals, contractors, and support staff will be needed. From aerospace engineers to IT specialists, logistics managers, and skilled trades, Space Command jobs in Alabama are opening doors for growth, innovation, and long-term careers.

Aerospace Engineering Jobs

spacecraft, satellite systems, propulsion, defense tech

Information Technology & Cybersecurity Jobs

network engineers, cybersecurity analysts, software developers

Defense Contracting Jobs

project managers, systems analysts, procurement specialists

Why Huntsville is the New Space Capital

Known as Rocket City, Huntsville, Alabama has been at the heart of America’s space and defense industry for decades. With NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, and now Space Command Headquarters, the city is experiencing explosive growth. This means more jobs, better housing opportunities, and a thriving community for families and professionals relocating here.

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Search our job board, apply directly to recruiters, and connect with companies supporting Space Command operations. Whether you’re an engineer, contractor, IT professional, or skilled worker, Huntsville is where the future of space and defense careers begins.

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Common Questions

Roles span aerospace engineering, systems engineering, software/IT, cybersecurity, intelligence/analysis, program & project management, logistics/supply, facilities & skilled trades, and administrative/finance/HR. Openings come from federal civil service and a wide network of prime contractors and subcontractors supporting Space Command missions.

Many roles (especially cyber, intel, and engineering supporting secure systems) require Secret or TS/SCI. Others are uncleared with the employer sponsoring a clearance after hire. Always check the posting; if you don’t hold a clearance, emphasize eligibility, citizenship, and relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, PMP).

Yes. A large share of positions are civilian (USAJOBS) or with defense contractors. Typical application paths: apply directly on employer sites, through USAJOBS for civil service, or via reputable staffing partners that place cleared/technical talent.

Expect many roles to be on-site due to secure facilities and networks. Some employers post hybrid (on-site + limited remote) and a smaller subset offer remote for unclassified work. Read each posting for clearance, facility access, and work-location requirements.

Compensation varies by clearance level, discipline, and employer type. Civil service roles follow the GS pay system (with locality pay) listed on each posting. Contractor roles list ranges in the job ad and often include differentials for clearances, certifications, or hard-to-fill skills. Use the posted range as your baseline and tailor negotiations to experience and certifications.

A mix of federal civil service and prime/subcontractors supporting Space Command missions. Check our board filters for engineering, IT/cyber, intel, program management, logistics, and admin roles tied to Redstone operations.

For cyber/IT: CompTIA Security+, Network+, Linux+, CISSP, CEH, CCNA, and DoD 8570/8140-aligned certs. For PM: PMP, DAU coursework. For cloud/software: AWS, Azure, Scrum. Add these to your resume headline and skills.

Civil service roles are posted on USAJOBS and follow federal hiring steps. Contractor roles are listed on employer sites and staffing partners; applications are faster and typically go straight to recruiter/HR review.

Many contractors sponsor Secret (and sometimes TS/SCI) for qualified hires when the role requires it. Sponsorship isn’t guaranteed—strong skills, citizenship, and clean background checks are prerequisites.

Most roles require U.S. citizenship due to clearance and export-control (ITAR/EAR) constraints. Some unclassified roles may not, but always read the posting’s eligibility section.

Yes—look for co-ops, apprenticeships, and new-grad programs across engineering, software, intel, and cybersecurity. Set the “Experience Level” filter to Intern/Entry on our board to surface them.

For unclassified contractor roles: 2–8 weeks is common. Roles requiring a new clearance can take several months. Already holding a clearance often shortens the timeline.

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