Cislunar Community Integrator

Saic; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a self-directed leader for a hybrid Cislunar Community Integrator role supporting space programs. The candidate coordinates with government and civilian organizations to understand existing and future Cislunar technologies and interfaces with a proven team of system engineers and satellite SMEs.

The position requires working 3-5 days per month at multiple bases and targets a salary range reflecting senior DoD acquisition experience, with TS/SCI clearance noted as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 14+ years of experience or Master's degree plus 12+ years of experience.
• Experience providing systems engineering support and technical guidance.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with DoD personnel and industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Serves as primary coordinator for Cislunar Community engagement and conference.
• Designs and maintains technology roadmaps for development timelines and capabilities.
• Researches cislunar technologies and advises DoD on options for future use.
• Coordinates quarterly meetings and yearly community forums for information exchange.
• Identifies stakeholders and maintains coordination information for collaboration.
• Provides analysis and recommendations to the Director of the Cislunar Coordination Office.
• Develops documents and briefings to communicate status to the Government.

Skills

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP experience

Job description

Description

Join a mission driven satellite program at the forefront of national defense innovation. Our team is developing cutting edge technologies that directly support critical Department of War priorities, combining both proven and first-of-their-kind capabilities that have never been applied in space. Operating within a fast-paced acquisition environment, we benefit from streamlined authorities and direct access to senior Government decisionmakers, enabling us to move quickly and execute aggressive schedules using the most innovative contracting strategies available.

SAIC is seeking self-directed leaders who skillfully navigate ambiguity, solve complex challenges, and bring diverse expertise to a dynamic environment focused on delivering capability rapidly. Success here requires adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to wear multiple hats in support of a high impact mission. Candidates experienced as USAF/USSF acquisition officers (AFSC: 63A) or developmental engineers (AFSC: 62E) leading satellite programs in the USSF (SSC), NRO, or SDA, applying the full range of the systems engineering discipline (e.g., Requirements Development, Architecture, SE milestones: SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.), and/or DAWIA/PMI Program Management will be especially well-prepared to excel.

Job Description

This hybrid position is for a Cislunar Community Integrator supporting cutting-edge and innovative space programs. The Cislunar Community Integrator is a vital link to our proven technical team of system engineers and satellite subject matter experts. The is a hybrid position and the selected candidate will be responsible for coordinating with the government and civilian organizations to understand existing and future Cislunar technologies.

The individual will be required to work from one of the following US military bases 3-5 days per month: Arnold Air Force Base (Tullahoma, TN 37389), Kirtland Space Force Base (Albuquerque, NM 87117, though some base facilities and surrounding areas also use 87116 and 87123), and/or Peterson Air Force Base/Space Force Base (Colorado Springs, CO 80914).

Job Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary coordinator for Cislunar Community engagement, overseeing all community forums and spearheading the annual Cislunar Community Conference.
• Designs and maintains technology roadmaps that visualize development timelines, dependencies, and incremental capability improvements over time.
• Researches and analyzes cislunar technologies and advises the DoD on options for future use and integration.
• Coordinates quarterly meetings and yearly community forum for information exchange on Cislunar advancements.
• Identifies stakeholders and maintains coordination information to support effective community collaboration.
• Provides the Director of the Cislunar Coordination Office (CCO) with analysis and recommendations for technology investments and inclusion in the cislunar roadmap.
• Develops documents and briefings to communicate work or study status and briefs theGovernment as required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience or a Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience.
• Experience providing systems engineering support and technical guidance.
• Ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, team building and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to be effective in a government/contractor team environment.
• Ability to work in a very dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners.
• Ability to facilitate technical discussions with SMEs.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse audience of senior decision makers with varying levels of programmatic and technical expertise.
• Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment with no supervision.
• TS/SCI Required.
• Bachelor’s degree required / Master’s degree preferred.
• Previous SAP experience desired.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.