Space and Cyber Range Architecture Support

KaiHonua; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 245,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k)

PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

KaiHonua is seeking a highly qualified Space and Cyber Range Architect in Colorado Springs. This role supports the U.S. Space Training and Readiness Command, leading the integration and management of space and cyber test range capabilities. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of DoD experience, hold an active Top Secret clearance, and possess extensive expertise in space and cyber systems architecture. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must have 15+ years of DoD experience, with 5 years in SAP/SCI environments.
• Must hold an active Top Secret clearance and be able to obtain a CI Polygraph if required.
• Must demonstrate leadership in cross-functional teams for complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture-level trade studies for space range architectures.
• Engage with customers and systems architects to align requirements.
• Develop CONOPS and perform functional analysis for mission effectiveness.

Skills

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

15+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience

Extensive experience in space and cyber systems architecture

Proven experience developing CONOPS

Deep experience in end-to-end satellite and space systems architecture development

Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Education

Master's of Arts/Science Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a highly qualified Space and Cyber Range Architect to support the U.S. Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM). This position offers the opportunity to operate within a mission‑critical environment supporting national security and space domain readiness. The successful candidate will lead the planning, integration, and management of space and cyber test range capabilities across U.S. Space Force and Department of Defense space environments. This role requires expertise in systems engineering, interface definition, and requirements management, as well as the ability to coordinate across interagency stakeholders. In this capacity, the Architect will drive strategic architectural planning efforts to ensure test and training ranges effectively support current and future space program requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical leadership, a systems‑level perspective, and experience aligning complex capabilities to mission needs across operational, test, and training domains.

Key Responsibilities

The Space And Cyber Range Architecture Candidate Will

• Lead architecture-level trade studies and design space range architectures to support testing of complex, next‑generation space systems
• Engage with space range customers, acquisition organizations, and system architects across the U.S. Space Force and mission partners to align requirements and capabilities
• Drive development of Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), requirements definition, multi‑segment interface design, and overall architecture integration
• Perform functional analysis, risk management, and system design activities to ensure mission effectiveness and technical feasibility
• Support integration of space and cyber range architectures with operational and training systems across the enterprise
• Develop and deliver architecture briefings, technical reports, and supporting documentation for senior leadership and stakeholders

Requirements

Skills and Experience

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Willingness and ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Polygraph), if required
• 15+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience, including at least 5 years supporting SAP and/or SCI environments
• Extensive experience in space and cyber systems architecture, design, and functional analysis
• Proven experience developing CONOPS, conducting trade studies, and defining system requirements and interfaces
• Demonstrated ability to lead small, cross‑functional teams supporting complex programs with multiple stakeholders
• Deep experience in end‑to‑end satellite and space systems architecture development
• Working knowledge of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches, tools, and methodologies

Education and Certifications

The Space and Cyber Range Architecture candidate must have the following:

Required

• Master's of Arts/Science Degree

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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.

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.

Posted Salary Range

USD $245,000.00 - USD $260,000.00 /Yr.