Transition To Operations Specialist

Modern Technology Solutions Inc; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Technology Solutions Inc. seeks a seasoned professional to guide system acquisition and transition to operations for SATCOM programs within the DoD.

You will develop and evaluate lifecycle documentation, coordinate with Program Office and SpOC on OA/IOC/FOC requirements, and lead transition planning activities across teams. The role requires hands-on leadership, autonomous work with government customers, and deep familiarity with DoD acquisition instructions, DAfi and the Adaptive

Qualifications

• Requires active DoD Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years’ DoD systems acquisition lifecycle experience.
• Experience transitioning programs through OA/IOC/FOC.
• Knowledge of DoD policies and DoDI 5000 series.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in system acquisition and transition planning and execution.
• Evaluate lifecycle documentation (transition plans, MFPs, OA/IOC/FOC).
• Lead and coordinate OA/IOC/FOC activities and site activations.
• Coordinate with Program Office, SpOC, and Delta 8 on requirements and documentation.
• Report status with recommendations and manage risk and milestones.

Skills

DoD acquisition lifecycle

Stakeholder communication

Presentation skills

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

BS in technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Provide expertise in system acquisition and transition to operations/sustainment planning, scheduling, analysis, requirements verification, evaluating technical documentation, and integration for SATCOM programs in the acquisition lifecycle Develop and/or evaluate various life cycle documentation to include, but not limited to: project reports, briefings, System Transition Plans, provisioning documents, Operational Acceptance (OA) and Initial Operational Capability (IOC) Plans, Materiel Fielding Plans (MFP), OA/IOC criteria, Integrated Schedules, Agreements, Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation, Development Contractor Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and Data Deliverable (DD) documents, etc. Participate in site survey planning and execution Evaluate Program-related documentation and coordinate with Program Office, HQ Space Operations Command (SpOC), and Delta 8 concerning OA, IOC, or Full Operational Capability (FOC) requirements and on Technical Orders/Manuals, Training, potential early use, OA, IOC, and/or FOC requirements Lead and manage system transition to operations/sustainment process and activities, facilitate timely OA/IOC criteria closure and collect artifacts, assess system modifications/upgrades/changes/certifications, provisioning, evaluate transition readiness against requirements and schedules, monitor progress, identify/assess deficiencies and potential risks, document transition lessons learned for process improvement, and report status with recommendations to the Program Office Participate in and/or facilitate transition planning forums and working groups to include, but not limited to: Transition Management Working Group (TMWG), Integration meetings, Training Planning Team, technical design reviews, etc.

Required

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years’ experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management and/or operations Program Office and/or HQ SpOC (previous HQ AFSPC) process experience
• Experience in weapon system transition to operations and support and system fielding (OA, IOC, and site activation)
• Working autonomously with government customer, leading teams and projects, establishing/executing milestone and critical path schedules
• Experience developing/evaluating life cycle management documentation (Transition Plans, Materiel Fielding Plans, etc.)
• Understanding of DoD and joint service acquisition instructions and policy
• Proficiency with operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000 series)
• Proficiency with Integrated Life Cycle Management (DAFI 63-101/20-101)
• Proficiency with system transition to operations and support
• Proficiency with writing acquisition technical documentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
• Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders

Desired

• BS in technical field
• 10+ years’ experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management and/or operations MILSATCOM space or other related operations
• System Program Office HQ SpOC (previous HQ AFSPC) staff
• Space system acquisition life cycle management and space system transition
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• 10+ years’ experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management and/or operations MILSATCOM space or other related operations
• System Program Office HQ SpOC (previous HQ AFSPC) staff
• Space system acquisition life cycle management and space system transition
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• DAWIA Certifications, such as Program Management Level 1

Compensation: The pay range for this position in Colorado is $91,000/year to $150,000/year; and in California is $99,000/year to $164,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. Base pay information is based on market location. LI-MM1