Senior Space ISR Staff Officer

Avalore, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Contributions to Health Care Plan

401k plan with generous matching

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a candidate with expertise in space ISR to support the Department of War's multi-intelligence capabilities. The role requires a TOP SECRET security clearance and significant experience in research, analysis, and national security recommendations. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate strong communication skills. Benefits include employer contributions to health plans and a retirement plan with matching. Occasional travel is expected, and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience supporting space ISR programs within the Department of War.
• Experience preparing briefings for senior government leadership.
• Proficiency in the English language.

Responsibilities

• Provide recommendations for national security and ISR programs.
• Draft formal positions and prepare various documents.
• Manage electronic file systems according to regulations.

Skills

TOP SECRET Security Clearance with SCI eligibility

Experience with space ISR programs

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provides high-level space ISR expertise and direct counsel to senior-level leadership on issues including multi-intelligence capabilities
• Provides national security recommendations to facilitate government direction, acquisition oversight, and programmatic recommendations for space ISR programs supporting the DoW and IC
• Provide strategic guidance to DoW customer to support interaction with Congress, including assisting in the drafting of testimony, drafting of responses to congressionally directed actions, and drafting appeals to related Congressional budget marks.
• Represent client positions and equities in ISR requirements and programming efforts including capability-based assessments, DoW, and IC studies, and other efforts as applicable.
• Perform technical reviews and conduct research and analysis; draft formal positions; review and analyze documents; prepare briefs, talking papers, memoranda, and letters in the form of OSW staff packages, and other duties as required
• Gathers, synthesizes, reviews and/or prepares background, information and read ahead materials for issues and engagements regarding space ISR policies, programs, and activities
• Support the Airborne and Space ISR team throughout the PPBE process to include participation in the OUSW(I&S) focus teams, the development of issue papers, and other PPBE related activities
• Manage electronic file management on multiple systems (NIPR, SIPR, JWICs) to ensure proper file management according to NARA rules and regulations for file retention and management

Qualifications

• TOP SECRET Security Clearance with SCI eligibility
• 5 years of experience supporting space ISR programs within the DoW
• Experience supporting DoD or IC staff-level processes, including PPBE, requirements, programming, or budget development activities.
• Experience preparing or contributing to executive-level briefings, issue papers, staff packages, or decision memoranda for senior government leadership.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Good communicationskills, self-starter mindset.
• Professionalproficiencyin English isrequired.
• Demonstratedproficiencyin using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Avalore will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Work Environment

• Moderate noise (i.e.business office with computers,phoneand printers) and/or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employeeis required tosit, stand, talk, andhear.
• Employee isoften required to sit and use their hands and fingers tooperatea computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

• Up to 10%/ Occasionaltravel.

Avalore will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to [e-mail].

Avalore is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We do not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

Benefits

• Employer Contributions to Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program