Senior Operations Planner

Senior Operations Planner

Location:

Colorado Springs, CO | Type:
Full-Time | Clearance: TS/SCI - SAP Eligible

Note:

This position is part of an active proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award.

Dark Star Intelligence is seeking a Senior Operations Planner who will provide subject matter expertise and operational support to HQ SpOC/S35D. The role supports capability integration, system fielding, readiness tracking, and planning processes across program life cycles. The Planner engages with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate requirements, operational concepts, resource strategies, and basing initiatives, contributing to operational planning teams, system reviews, and senior leadership briefings.

• Provide comprehensive staff support including task response, document review and development, training plan validation, and SAP policy integration.
• Serve as Deputy Task Lead and assume Task Lead’s responsibilities; support operational transition, sustainment, and disposition of advanced concepts including demos, prototypes, and Rapid Reaction Capabilities. Develop Operating/Transition Acceptance criteria and assist with follow-on acquisition and sustainment planning; provide technical recommendations and support for STO planning, DOTMLPF development, and rapid capability fielding; participate in CFP‑FP, ICT, OPTs, and operational acceptance panels.
• Coordinate leadership preparation for joint, service‑level, and Congressional engagements related to advanced concepts and space control missions.
• Monitor unit readiness status and ensure compliance with DRRS requirements; update taskers and Mission Directives.
• Review and support development of System Training Plans (STPs) and training documentation for SEW systems; ensure compliance with HQ SpOC guidance.
• Provide SME support for space EW weapon systems across operations, training, deployment, logistics, readiness, and basing activities in expanding AORs; support contingency planning and coordination of taskers.
• Develop and recommend SEW system and force structure requirements, coordinate POM inputs and spend plans, and engage with U.S. and international stakeholders through regular high‑level interactions; support frequent domestic and international travel.

• Active TS/SCI security clearance; SAP eligibility.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in operations planning within military, space, or IC environments, including at least 5 years in a leadership role supporting large, joint, or interagency operations.
• PMP or equivalent program/project management certification preferred; relevant operational planning or joint professional military education (JPME) certification highly desirable.

As this position is part of an active proposal effort, final compensation will be established based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and contract award. For additional information, please contact email: [email protected].

Dark Star Intelligence offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and long‑term success of our full‑time employees. Our benefits reflect our commitment to fostering both professional growth and personal well‑being.

• Travel:
  As required.
• Work Environment:
  On‑site.

All applicants must be U.S. citizens and must maintain eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance.

At Dark Star Intelligence LLC, we are committed to maintaining a professional and legally compliant work environment where individuals are treated with respect and fairness. We adhere strictly to all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Employment decisions are made solely on the basis of individual qualifications, performance, and business needs. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, compensation, promotion, training, discipline, and termination, on the basis of Race, Color, Religion, Sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), National Origin, Age, Disability, Genetic information, Veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our EEO standards are embedded in all employment practices to ensure compliance, fairness, and accountability. We enforce a zero‑tolerance policy for unlawful discrimination or harassment and encourage employees to report concerns without fear of retaliation.