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POSITION:
Launch Support Subject-Matter Expert

LOCATION:

El Segundo, CA

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 technical support for space acquisitions, engineering, operations, and program management throughout the acquisition lifecycle.
• Support acquisition efforts for advanced technology, concept development, and system integration.
• Advise on cost, schedule, and performance to assist government decision-making.
• Draft and revise acquisition documentation, including JCIDS documents, Acquisition Strategies, Concept of Operations, Technical/System Requirements, and other program-related materials, ensuring compliance with the latest government standards (e.g., MIL-STD).
• Prepare technical and programmatic reports on individual programs or the overall portfolio in coordination with government program managers.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance acquisition efficiency, reduce risks, and improve technical, organizational, or programmatic aspects. Support risk management and mitigation planning.
• Monitor program schedules and acquisitions, report requirement shortfalls, and maintain updated acquisition reports by correlating execution data with program baselines.
• Advise on technical engagements, including design reviews, program meetings, working groups, and contractor/customer interactions. Maintain awareness of technology development efforts across the portfolio.
• Provide technical insight for mission protection, operations, and data assessments. Recommend solutions for technical anomalies and support impact analysis, audits, compliance inspections, and readiness reviews.
• Support testing and operations, including Developmental and Operational Testing. Assist with test planning, integration, execution, and reporting.
• Provide engineering support for operational mission planning, mission protection, and anomaly resolution.
• Support data and signal collection, processing, storage, analysis, and reporting for testing, ongoing operations, and future developments. Assist with post-mission analysis and lessons learned.
• Advise on launch vehicle selection and integration, including interfacing with the Assured Access to Space (SSC/AA) Program Executive…