Space Operations Specialist

2 months ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States SPA Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join our team at SPA as a SATCOM Analyst. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise and support to the Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Mission Area Team (MAT) for Protected SATCOM systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) and subject matter expertise (SME) for the SATCOM MAT for Protected SATCOM systems, including Milstar, Advanced EHF, Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), Enhanced Polar System (EPS), EPS-Recapitalization (EPS-R), Teleports, and Gateways.
  • Support Functional Area Managers (FAM) and Weapon System Leads for USSF Command and Control (C2) operations units through review and providing recommendations for the Generation, Presentation, and Sustainment of Space Operational Forces.
  • Provide technical expertise and recommendations in developing/reviewing policy regarding oversight of unit personnel and equipment using the Defense Readiness and Reporting System (DRRS).
  • Implement and update USSF Readiness Reporting for mission essential tasks (METs), publishing mission directives, validating monthly Mission Essential Task List (METL) assessments, and supporting the development of Unit Type Codes (UTCs).
  • Develop criteria for and monitor readiness reporting, force posturing, analysis, and execution activities.
  • Assist in developing, reviewing, coordinating, and presenting readiness briefings in support of HQ USSF and SpOC senior leadership.
  • Provide support through document review, analysis, and recommendations relative to USSF/SpOC support of Nuclear Command, Control and Communication (NC3) operations.
  • Support the authorization or review of Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) documents for SATCOM C2 systems.
  • Collect and analyze inputs for resource adjustments to the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) as requested, including Program Objective Memorandum (POM), Financial Execution Plans, and other budget drills for the advocacy on resource adjustments for the SATCOM Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submission.
  • Support Operational Acceptance, Initial Operational Capability (IOC)/Full Operational Capability (FOC) declaration, and modification management of current and/or future USSF C2 mission capabilities in accordance with established USSF procedures.
  • Track and provide reviews and comments via the Task Management Tool (TMT) from congressional, Services, combatant commands, field commands, and other entities.
What We Offer

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain the top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

We provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Salary Pay Range: $100-125K.



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