Senior Staff Coordinator with Security Clearance

Galapagos Federal Systems; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Military Differential

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems is seeking a Senior Staffing Coordinator to support Space Force programs, collaborating with senior military and civilian leadership. You will analyze portfolios, manage enterprise requirements, and engage stakeholders to advance mission objectives.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, program integration, and high-level communications across multiple DoD programs, with a focus on delivering integrated staffing solutions and executive briefings in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• 10+ years of DoD experience.
• Experience with DoD task-management platforms (ETMS2 or similar).

Responsibilities

• Serve as Government customer's principal advisor for portfolio strategy, enterprise alignment, and stakeholder engagement.
• Integrate policy, strategic plans, program requirements, and technical considerations into cohesive recommendations for senior leadership.
• Oversee the Integration Team to align near-term execution with long-term transformation objectives.
• Lead strategy development for concept development, experimentation, capability maturation, and enterprise integration.
• Collaborate with Government, industry, and strategic partners to advance priorities and cross-functional coordination.
• Manage senior-level stakeholder engagements and executive communications with a focus on partnerships and innovation.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

DoD program management

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Executive communications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ETMS2

Job description

Overview Job Summary Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a highly qualified and experienced professional to join our team as a Senior Staffing Coordinator. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a diverse and talented team supporting mission-critical initiatives within the U.S. Space Force. The Senior Staffing Coordinator will provide senior-level contractor support to Space Systems Command (SSC), System Delta 81 (SYD 81), and the Portfolio Acquisition Executive - Infrastructure (PAE-I) Program Office. The ideal candidate will provide strategic business analysis, portfolio integration, program management, and stakeholder engagement support to advance organizational priorities and mission objectives. This role requires an experienced professional capable of working closely with senior military and civilian leadership, integrating complex program and enterprise requirements, managing high-level taskers and communications, and supporting strategic planning and execution across multiple programs and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Government customer's principal advisor for portfolio strategy, enterprise alignment, and stakeholder engagement, providing senior-level guidance in support of mission and organizational objectives
• Integrate policy, strategic plans, program requirements, and technical considerations into cohesive, forward-looking recommendations for senior military and civilian leadership
• Oversee the Integration Team to ensure unity of effort across the organization, aligning near-term execution priorities with long-term enterprise transformation objectives
• Lead the development and implementation of strategies and initiatives that advance concept development, experimentation, capability maturation, and enterprise integration
• Collaborate with Government, industry, and strategic mission partners to advance organizational priorities and strengthen cross-functional coordination
• Manage senior‑level stakeholder engagements and executive communications, with an emphasis on building partnerships, accelerating innovation, and supporting congressional and external engagements
• Develop and shape strategic products, portfolio narratives, executive‑level briefings, and communication plans that clearly articulate future capability pathways and integrate technical, operational, and strategic perspectives
• Develop and oversee multi-level stakeholder engagement strategies to ensure consistent, coordinated, and effective messaging across assigned programs and portfolios
• Support acquisition integration activities, program reporting, configuration management, and related organizational requirements
• Lead or support customer‑directed surge activities, special projects, and emerging requirements to assist program teams and staff members as mission needs dictate

Requirements Skills and Experience

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• 10+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience
• Demonstrated experience using Enterprise Task Management Software Solution (ETMS2) or similar DoD task‑management platforms
• Strong knowledge of program management principles, processes, and best practices, with demonstrated experience applying them in real-world program or operational environments
• Demonstrated experience supporting strategic planning, portfolio management, program integration, or stakeholder engagement within a complex DoD environment
• Experience coordinating across multiple organizations, functional areas, programs, and senior‑level stakeholders to achieve mission objectives
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategic recommendations, executive‑level briefings, communication products, and other senior‑leader deliverables
• Experience supporting a Space Program Office, Major Command (MAJCOM), Field Command (FLDCOM), or comparable DoD organization is highly desired

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or relevant job experience in being a staff officer

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• Military Differential
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO‑owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services. Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Salary

Posted Salary Range USD $120,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.