Space Watch Operations Lead – 24/7 Mission Protection

Peraton; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking an experienced Watch Operations Manager to lead mission protection for a national defense space warfighting program. You will supervise 24/7 crew readiness, direct I&W and threat monitoring, and drive TTP/COA development while coordinating with senior leaders on space events.

Based on Fort Belvoir and Springfield, VA, the role requires a strong background in space operations, system integration, and leadership to ensure continuity of critical enterprise systems and timely

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years applicable experience is required in an operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain crew certification standards and system readiness for the 24/7 WO crew position.

Skills

Leadership experience

10+ years experience

TS/SCI with CI Poly

Space operations experience

IC experience

Orbital mechanics understanding

STK or I&W tools

Threat knowledge (space domain)

Communication of mission-critical info

Tools

STK

Job description

Peraton is seeking an experienced Watch Operations Manager to lead mission protection for a national defense space warfighting program. You will supervise 24/7 crew readiness, direct I&W and threat monitoring, and drive TTP/COA development while coordinating with senior leaders on space events.

Based on Fort Belvoir and Springfield, VA, the role requires a strong background in space operations, system integration, and leadership to ensure continuity of critical enterprise systems and timely