SATCOM Enterprise Operations Integration Specialist

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 20 days + 10 holidays

401k match

ESOP

Educational reimbursement

Health insurance

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a SATCOM Enterprise Operations Integration Specialist to join our team at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.

The role focuses on planning, capability integration, and lifecycle documentation for SATCOM systems supporting Space Force programs and MD 8. Ideal candidates will have a Secret clearance, a Bachelor's degree, and 5+ years in DoD acquisition or operations, with strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management or operations.
• Experience with program offices and HQ Combat Forces Command (CFC).
• Knowledge of capability transition to operations and site activation.
• Ability to work with government customers and lead teams on projects.
• Experience writing and reviewing life cycle management documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in planning, scheduling, analysis, acquisition, and capability integration at SSFB.
• Lead and manage capability integration processes and activities; define requirements and assess site activation.
• Facilitate liaison between operational units, SSC offices, and HQ/CFC.
• Develop and maintain SATCOM integration schedules and related documentation.
• Create and manage electronic databases.

Skills

DoD systems acquisition life cycle

Capability integration

Program/Project coordination

Leadership

Documentation writing

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in engineering, math, physics, or CS

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a SATCOM Enterprise Operations Integration Specialist to join our team at Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB) in Colorado Springs, CO. The MSEIT effort provides leading edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC) and Mission Delta 8 (MD 8). We acquire and deliver state-of-the art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems, providing global, secure, survivable, and protected communications for our nation's warfighters. We seek technically-qualified individuals who will thrive in a dynamic, highly-collaborative work environment comprised of small teams, using the most modern tools and methodologies in integrating complex space, ground, and enterprise communications systems and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in planning, scheduling, analysis, acquisition, operational concepts, requirements verification, site activation, creating and evaluating technical documentation, and capability integration of SATCOM capabilities at SSFB.
• Facilitate technical and programmatic liaison between operational units, stakeholders, contractors, SSC Program Offices, and HQ Combat Forces Command (CFC)
• Develop, review, and/or contribute to various capability integration, infrastructure, and related life cycle documentation to include, but not limited to: reports, briefings, Integration Plans, Operational Acceptance (OA) Plans, and Initial Operational Capability (IOC) Plans, Site Activation Plans, operational schedules, agreements, memorandum, Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation, Development Contractor Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) documents, etc.
• Lead and/or manage capability integration processes and activities, define requirements, integrate site activation activities, assess system modifications/ upgrades/changes, manage workstation and equipment installation, evaluate program office transition readiness against operational requirements and schedules, monitor progress, identify/ assess deficiencies and potential risks, document transition lessons learned for process improvement, and report status with recommendations as required
• Participate in and/or facilitate integration planning forums and working groups to include, but not limited to: Directorate forums, technical working groups, Facility Utilization working groups and boards, Mission Protection boards and working groups, Integration meetings, training requirements assessment, technical design reviews, etc.
• Develop and maintain SATCOM integration schedules and related documentation
• Assess and develop facility infrastructure requirements, assess facility power and cooling allocation data, assess and facilitate site infrastructure communications and modification, and other required site activation planning
• Create and manage electronic databases

Work Environment

• Location: On-site
• Travel Requirements: Minimal
• Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications

Required

• Active Secret clearance required for this position
• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years related experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management, transition, and/or operations
• Program Office and HQ Combat Forces Command (CFC) (previous Space Operations Command) process knowledge/experience
• Experience in capability transition to operations, integration, and support (Operational Acceptance, Initial Operational Capability, site activation)
• Working autonomously with Government customer, leading teams and projects, establishing/executing/monitoring milestone and critical path activities
• Experience developing/reviewing life cycle management documentation (Transition Plans, Materiel Fielding Plans, Site Activation Plans, etc.)
• Understanding of DoD and joint service acquisition instructions and policy
• Proficiency with Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000 series)
• Proficient with Integrated Life Cycle Management (AFI 63-101/20-101)
• Proficient with System transition to operations and support
• Knowledge of 12 Integrated Product Support Elements
• Proficient with writing acquisition-related technical documentation
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Possess strong interpersonal, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Possess demonstrated ability to clearly and accurately articulate guidance, planning concepts, ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders

Desired Skills and Experience

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI eligible
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, math, physics, computer science, or equivalent technical field
• Knowledge of SATCOM Satellite Operations, technical orders, and training
• Experience in SATCOM space operations
• Familiarity with HQ Combat Forces Command (CFC) (previously Space Operations Command)
• 10+ years related experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management, transition, and/or operations
• Professional certifications such as INCOSE CSEP or ESEP
• DAWIA Certifications, such as Program Management Level 1

Compensation: The pay range for this position in Colorado is $91,000/year to $114,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

Interesting Work

Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.

Values

Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.

100% Employee Owned

We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.

Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
• Flexible schedules
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
• Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement
• Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan

Track Record of Success

We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com

MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.