Operations Support Analyst (Intermediate) Warfighter Engagement

Strategic Alliance Business Group (SABG); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Alliance Business Group (SABG) is hiring an Operations Support Analyst (Intermediate) in Colorado Springs to support missile defense operations. The role requires expertise in missile defense system integration and interaction with Warfighters.

Ideal candidates will have significant experience in the missile defense field, with responsibilities including operational support and communication facilitation. The position offers a competitive salary range of $105,000 to $118,000.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience must be in the missile defense industry.
• 5+ years’ operational experience in ground-based weapon systems analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Missile Defense Agency operations.
• Facilitate MDA missile defense communications, planning, and execution.
• Participate in GM Program Critical Design Reviews and other reviews.

Skills

Problem Solving

Written Communication

Planning/Organizing

Professionalism

Diversity

Ethics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Operations Support Analyst (Intermediate) Warfighter Engagement

Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Salary

$105-118K

Summary

SABG is hiring an Operations Support Analyst (Intermediate) to support Warfighter Operational Integration work with the Missile Defense Agency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Provide support to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Schriever SFB, Division Chief Site Lead.
• Warfighter and End-User Engagement, as well as GMD subject matter expertise in support of missile defense system GMD programmatic, technical, integration, fielding, and operational efforts.
• Facilitate internal and external MDA missile defense system communications to include Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) and assess employment of current and future missile defense capabilities. Engage in missile defense system operational planning related to the Warfighter Engagement and End-User input into Warfighter Involvement Program (WIP).
• Establish and maintain working relationships within operational industry communities to keep abreast of Warfighter and End-User issues, internal and external inquiries and review and prepare executive-level briefings, operational planning reports, and white papers.
• Participate in GM Program Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), GM Program Fielding Reviews, and GMF Readiness Team Execution Reviews (TERs).
• Provide Warfighter Engagement and End-User Integration support for GM in Colorado Springs to include support for GM planning and execution for Wargames and Exercises, Warfighter Engagement and End-User Training (both Institutional and Sustainment Training), and planning and execution of the GM/NORTHCOM/SMDC Review Board (GNSRB) meetings held approximately six times per year in Colorado Springs (includes coordination and preparation of the GNSRB Agenda, coordination and facilitation of the GNSRB meetings, and coordination of meeting minutes and Action Items).

Ideal candidates will have experience in the management and program analysis field relating to military operational concepts/capabilities; integration and fielding of complex weapon systems; conducting strategic high-level coordination activities; deliberate planning; test support; logistics and sustainment; requirements and operational document development; problem solving and working independently.

Supervision

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Has specialized relevant knowledge and works as a member of the team and assists with solving complex problems. Advanced level working knowledge, skills, and abilities using Microsoft Office.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• 4+ years’ experience must be in the missile defense industry
• 5+ years’ operational experience in ground-based weapon systems analysis

Computer Skills

• Skills in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Competencies

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem-solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication – Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity – Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks if needed; and develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism – Tactfully approaches others; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to write and type on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job duties are performed in a manufacturing/office environment utilizing standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, and telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

SABG is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Veterans and Military Spouses Support

SABG values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country and we support the hiring of returning Service Members and military spouses. If you are a Veteran or wounded warrior and would like assistance with the employment process at SABG, please contact [e-mail]

Persons with Disabilities

If you are a person with a disability or a disabled Veteran and are applying for a job with SABG, we would like to ensure your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please contact [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.