Strategic Space Warfighting Tech Lead

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 290,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Senior Technical Advisor to lead and coordinate Space Warfighting implementations for USSF. You will guide program objectives through operational perspectives, bridging engineering and government requirements, and identifying risks and mitigation strategies.

Role emphasizes strategic integration, sponsorship engagement, and collaboration with program leadership to align concept development with mission needs, including the

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related field.
15 years or more experience in DoW space operations and/or space acquisition.
Ability to identify and develop solutions to technical challenges.
Effective in communicating technical topics at all levels.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with engineering teams and government sponsors to link engineering work with operational needs.
Develop solutions to critical challenges and communicate assessments and recommendations.
Prepare briefings, white papers, and documentation for stakeholders across programs.

Skills

Leadership

Clear communication

Space operations experience

US citizenship

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related field

Master's or PhD in engineering, mathematics, physics, or related field

Tools

Security clearances (TS/SCI)

Job description

Role emphasizes strategic integration, sponsorship engagement, and collaboration with program leadership to align concept development with mission needs, including the

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