Senior Space Ops Planner — STO/SAP Integration

QinetiQ US; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking an experienced Special Operations Planner to serve as an embedded contractor with USSPACECOM in Colorado Springs, CO. The role focuses on integrating STO/SAP, space domain operations, and high‑level planning under time pressure.

Responsibilities include developing decision‑ready products for senior leadership, coordinating with multiple directorates and partners, and maintaining strict OPSEC and classification controls (TS/SCI). Active clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in strategic studies, political science, aerospace, or related field.
• 10+ years of operational planning experience in a special operations or Combatant Command HQ.
• Experience with JPP, JOPES and/or MDMP.
• Experience planning STO or SAP into operational plans.
• Strong written and oral communication for high‑pressure environments.
• Proficiency with classified systems and tools including SIPRNet and JWICS.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Integrate STO/SAP and space-domain capabilities into USSPACECOM plans and CONPLANs.
• Coordinate planning across USSPACECOM Directorates and interagency partners.
• Develop and present decision-ready products for senior and flag-level leadership.
• Support real-world operations, exercises, and wargames including AARs.
• Ensure deconfliction of sensitive activities and maintain OPSEC.
• Utilize SIPRNet/JWICS and planning tools to manage compartmented materials.

Skills

Operational planning

Decision-ready briefings

Written and oral communication

Security awareness

SIPRNet

Education

Bachelor's degree in strategic studies / related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SIPRNet

JWICS

JPP/JOPES/MDMP

Job description

QinetiQ US is seeking an experienced Special Operations Planner to serve as an embedded contractor with USSPACECOM in Colorado Springs, CO. The role focuses on integrating STO/SAP, space domain operations, and high‑level planning under time pressure.

Responsibilities include developing decision‑ready products for senior leadership, coordinating with multiple directorates and partners, and maintaining strict OPSEC and classification controls (TS/SCI). Active clearance is required.