Launch Operations Specialist – Day-of-Launch Leader

Saic; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Launch Flight Operations Specialist to lead day-of-launch planning and execution for NRO Operations Squadron (NOPS)/SCN users. The role includes readiness testing, script development, and coordination with launch partners across ranges, vehicle contractors, and government offices to ensure smooth launch operations.

You will contribute to DoL processes, integrate mission requirements, and provide on-console support while capturing lessons learned from each readiness event and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, including 2 years of NRO Experience
• Knowledge of NRO/OSL launch policy and procedures
• Understanding of NRO Satellite Vehicle launch interface requirements, Day-of-Launch/mission rehearsal requirements, and ascent operations
• Ability to perform thorough analysis and quick issue resolution simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Provide day-of-launch planning and execution for readiness exercises and operations
• Develop, update, and standardize DoL processes, ConOps changes and related documentation
• Coordinate with NRO programs, launch vehicle contractor, Range and other teams for mission readiness
• Assist in mission integration planning, scenario scripting, and rehearsal development
• Manage DoL Launch Display MISL and track lessons learned from readiness events
• Prepare and coordinate actions, issues, and status reporting for OSL and NOPS
• Provide on-console technical support and independent assessments of readiness

Skills

NRO Experience

Analysis & issue resolution

Policy knowledge

Operational readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Launch Flight Operations Specialist to lead day-of-launch planning and execution for NRO Operations Squadron (NOPS)/SCN users. The role includes readiness testing, script development, and coordination with launch partners across ranges, vehicle contractors, and government offices to ensure smooth launch operations.

You will contribute to DoL processes, integrate mission requirements, and provide on-console support while capturing lessons learned from each readiness event and