Space Operations Support Specialist

JMA Solutions has a full-time opportunity available for a Space Operations Specialist supporting the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Specialist will provide direct support for the Space Operations Support Manager. This position is on site and located in Warrenton VA at the Air Traffic Control System Command Center.

• Provide direct support for Space Launch/Recovery Operations including:
• Develop and submit operational analyses as assigned
• Provide consultation and/or other duties as assigned
• Prepare Briefings with PowerPoint and other media as directed
• Develop process and procedures as assigned relative to airspace matters, routing impacted by Commercial Space operations
• Provide ATC subject matter expertise regarding airspace and Traffic Management Initiatives for development of capabilities aimed toward improving UAS/Commercial Space operations
• Apply ATC/TMI experiential knowledge and relationships with NAS operations
• Support strategical and tactical planning of Commercial Space operations
• Review documents, orders, and technical reports and provide comments on behalf of the FAA office
• Assist in the development and preparation of letters of agreement
• Assist in the development, preparation, and implementation of domestic and international NOTAMs
• Analyze NAS impact due to launch and reentry activities

• Have competent skills with office tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
• Understanding of Air Traffic Control rules and procedures

• Air Traffic Flow Management background (TMS, NTMS, TMC, STMC)
• Military Operations Specialist background in Air Route Traffic Control Centers

A bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, or science with a minimum of 8 years relative experience or 20 years of relative work experience (e.g., ATC, AFTM) without a degree.

The ability to successfully obtain and maintain a U.S. Suitability/Public Trust Background Clearance.