Space Test Management Support

KaiHonua; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 195,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a Space Test Management Support Contractor to support STARCOM. This role coordinates planning, management, and oversight of test activities to align with mission objectives.

Responsibilities include advising STARCOM leadership on T&E; integrating test activities into schedules and budgets; developing TEMP, ITT Charters, and Test Strategies; overseeing T&E across 20+ organizations; liaising with tactical units and evaluating technology maturity to

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Willingness to obtain a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Polygraph) if required.
• 10+ years of DoD experience.
• 4+ years of experience supporting SAP and/or SCI environments.
• Experience with space operations, space acquisition, and formal Test & Evaluation processes.
• Familiarity with orbital warfare operations or TT&C, CSpOC, or NSDC.
• Prior experience as a Liaison Officer (LNO).

Responsibilities

• Advise STARCOM leadership by providing technically sound, objective assessments of contractor and government Test and Evaluation planning, execution, and results.
• Support the integration of test activities and associated funding into overall program schedules and budgets.
• Assist in the development of comprehensive test strategies and key program documentation, including TEMP, ITT Charters, and Test Strategies.
• Maintain visibility into prime contractor test activities and oversee T&E efforts across more than 20 participating government organizations.
• Support the Chief Engineer in evaluating technology maturity and integration risk of critical capabilities based on system test outcomes.
• Coordinate participation of supporting test organizations in major design and test events, including PDR, CDR, and TRR.
• Assess and predict integrated system operational performance within the intended operational environment, identifying deficiencies and enabling early resolution.
• Serve as a liaison officer (LNO) to subordinate tactical units, supporting T&E events, refining system requirements, and documenting findings for higher headquarters action.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

CI Polygraph

DoD experience

Space operations

Liaison Officer

TT&C familiarity

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a highly qualified Space Test Management Support Contractor to support the U.S. Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM). This role provides an opportunity to operate in a mission-critical environment directly supporting national security and space domain readiness. The selected candidate will be responsible for executing space test management functions, including coordinating the planning, management, and oversight of test activities to ensure alignment with mission objectives and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The Test Management Support Candidate Will

• Advise STARCOM leadership by providing technically sound, objective assessments of contractor and government Test and Evaluation (T&E) planning, execution, and results
• Support the integration of test activities and associated funding into overall program schedules and budgets
• Assist in the development of comprehensive test strategies and key program documentation, including Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), Integrated Test Team (ITT) Charters, and Test Strategies
• Maintain visibility into prime contractor test activities and oversee T&E efforts across more than 20 participating government organizations
• Support the Chief Engineer in evaluating technology maturity and integration risk of critical capabilities based on system test outcomes
• Coordinate participation of supporting test organizations in major design and test events, including Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)
• Assess and predict integrated system operational performance (effectiveness and suitability) within the intended operational environment, identifying deficiencies and enabling early resolution
• Serve as a liaison officer (LNO) to subordinate tactical units, supporting T&E events, refining system requirements, and documenting findings for higher headquarters action

Requirements

Skills and Experience

• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Willingness and ability to obtain a Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Polygraph), if required
• 10+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) experience
• 4+ years of experience supporting SAP and/or SCI environments
• Experience with space operations, space acquisition, and formal Test & Evaluation processes
• Familiarity with orbital warfare operations or operations center environments such as Tracking, Telemetry, and Command (TT&C), Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC), or National Space Defense Center (NSDC)
• Prior experience serving as a Liaison Officer (LNO)

Education and Certifications

The Test Management Support candidate must have the following: Required

• Master's of Arts/Science Degree

Preferred

• Program Management Professional/Agile certification

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.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business speciali ing 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.

Posted Salary Range

USD $195,000.00 - USD $215,000.00 /Yr.