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Senior Operations Engineer

POSITION:
Senior Operations Engineer

LOCATION:

Colorado Springs, CO REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Active TS with SCI eligibility POSITION TYPE/STANDARD

WORK HOURS:

Full time, 40 hours

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Upon award, BTAS will be filling potential openings for the Space Systems Command (SSC). SSC plays a critical role in advancing the United States's space capabilities, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect and enhance national security. SSC/SZBC specializes in highly classified Space Domain Awareness (SDA) systems, Defensive and Offensive Space Control (DSC/OSC) capabilities, and space test range assets to support the Department of Defense's (DoD) current and future operational needs.

As a leader in space technology, SSC/SZ-BC is responsible for the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of mission-critical systems spanning the entire acquisition life cycle. These efforts ensure the United States Space Force (USSF) and its mission partners maintain a strategic advantage in space operations. This position will support multiple SSC/SZ-BC programs, as well as other initiatives across the Space Force, Air Force, and allied organizations.

Join us in shaping the future of space operations and contributing to the defense of our nation's space assets.

WHO WE ARE:

BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities. We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and technical support for all stages of the acquisition life cycle.
• Support program acquisition efforts for advanced technology, future concept development, and integration.
• Advise and assist the government on cost, schedule, and performance matters.
• Draft and revise Joint Capabilities Integrated Development System (JCIDS) and acquisition documentation for government program managers.
• Support the presentation of acquisition products to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop documentation including capability documents, technical specifications, acquisition strategies, training materials, and analysis reports.
• Provide subject matter expert-level technical and programmatic status reports on individual programs or portfolios.
• Identify acquisition process improvements and provide actionable recommendations to reduce risk.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a government risk program, including risk identification and mitigation planning.
• Monitor program schedules, track acquisition implementation, and assess program risks.
• Maintain and update acquisition reports based on program execution data and baselines.
• Advise government program managers on technical engagements, including design reviews, working groups, and program conferences.
• Maintain broad awareness of all programs and technology development efforts within the portfolio.
• Support integrated product teams and facilitate contractor and customer interfaces.
• Provide technical and operational insight for mission protection, operations, and data assessments.
• Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and conduct impact analyses, audits, and readiness reviews.
• Support Command and Control (C2) efforts and integrate them into classified portfolios.
• Act as a liaison between Space C2, Enterprise Ground Services (EGS), and classified program offices.
• Ensure seamless integration of classified portfolio efforts with Space C2 and EGS initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highly knowledgeable in space control space, ground, and C2 systems (concepts, development, build, and test)
• Highly knowledgeable in managing operations strategy
• Highly knowledgeable in coordinating and managing exercise and operations training
• Highly knowledgeable in space control mission planning and coops development
• Requires at least 10 years' experience in this type of position or program. BA/BS degree required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position does not supervise the work of others. WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%. TRAVEL:
Little if any travel is required. OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice. COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE: BTAS adheres to federal, state, and…