Operations Support Officer​/Site Lead

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

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

Dark Star Intelligence is seeking a Operations Support Officer / Site Lead who supports MD 3/S3 by leading cross‑functional and theater‑level integration, coordinating operational reporting, trend analysis, and capability improvements from deployments and exercises. As the primary site lead, this role oversees operational planning teams and facilitates collaboration with DoD entities, U.S. Allies, government agencies, and higher headquarters.

• Provide comprehensive staff support including task response, document review and development, training plan validation, and SAP policy integration.
• Support, participate in, and/or lead MD 3‑led and supported Operational Planning Teams (OPTs) for mission programs.
• Process, distribute, and execute Higher Headquarters (HHQ) taskings at classification levels up to TS/SCI and SAP.
• Review and coordinate HHQ mission‑related documents for SEW missions and operational units; collect and consolidate weekly SITREPs, and track and report EWCD OPSCAP/SYSCAP changes.
• Collect essential mission data (e.g., key events, tasking changes, maintenance, training, OPSCAP/SYSCAP) for trend analysis and provide recommendations based on updates.
• Maintain communication with MD 3 deployed teams and leadership; report on deployment statuses, site updates, orders, and SITREPs.
• Liaise with USSPACECOM, C/JFSCC, SpOC, and CCMDs to support coordination and integration of SEW capabilities.
• Review, edit, and coordinate tasking, execution, deployment, warning orders, and special instructions with applicable organizations.

• Active TS/SCI security clearance; SAP eligibility.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in military operations support, planning, and coordination within defense or space‑related operational environments. Candidates must demonstrate proven expertise in leading operational planning teams and effectively coordinating with joint, interagency, and multinational partners to achieve mission objectives and enhance operational integration.
• Certification:
  Professional Military Education (PME) or equivalent operational planning.

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  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.

Dark Star Intelligence is a Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to advancing national security through mission support and tradecraft development. We prioritize both client satisfaction and employee retention, delivering high‑quality, intelligence‑based solutions grounded in our “Core Four” values:

• Humility:
  We place mission success above personal recognition.
• Passion:
  We bring enthusiasm and dedication to every challenge.
• Agility:
  We adapt quickly to evolving operational needs.
• Ownership:
  We hold ourselves accountable for results and uphold the highest standards of excellence.

We are mission‑driven and results‑oriented, striving to make our country safer through every task we undertake.

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 at Dark Star are made solely on the basis of individual…