Operational Space Weapon Systems SME
Colorado Springs, CO - USA
Job Summary
Title:
Operational Space Weapon Systems SMEKBR is seeking an Operational Space Weapon Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide on-site support to Headquarters Combat Forces Command (HQ CFC).
This position focuses on operational space weapon systems and capabilities across the lifecyclesupporting decision-making related to operational employment modernization sustainment fielding test acquisition architecture and requirements.
In this role you will deliver decision-quality technical and operational analysis to a headquarters-level staff responsible for operational space weapon systems and mission capabilities. You will integrate inputs across stakeholders produce concise recommendations for senior leaders and respond rapidly to high-tempo taskings with clear written products and briefings
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical and operational advice to a headquarters staff on space weapon systems mission capabilities and enabling architectures.
- Develop and document recommendations courses of action (COAs) and staff packages related to capability fielding sustainment modernization and operational transition.
- Perform operational sustainment requirements and systems analysis (as applicable) to assess mission impacts performance limitations and riskthen translate results into actionable senior-leader recommendations.
- Conduct system and technical analyses supporting the development verification validation and acceptance of weapon system requirements and readiness criteria.
- Enable operational organizations (e.g. mission units Deltas or equivalent) to accomplish assigned missions by facilitating HQ CFC support.
- Facilitate internal and external stakeholder engagements; prepare briefings minutes action trackers and decision-support products for boards working groups and senior leader engagements.
- Provide rapid high-quality responses to taskings and produce clear professional written products in a high-tempo collaborative environment.
- Support limited travel to customer events and coordination activities as required.
Qualifications:
Required:
- An active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required. An active Secret clearance may be considered which is something only a U.S. citizen can obtain.
- Demonstrated experience supporting operational space weapon systems (or closely related mission capabilities) in one or more of the following areas: operations requirements acquisition test sustainment readiness engineering or mission integration.
- Ability to translate complex technical/operational information into actionable recommendations for senior government leadership.
- Ability to multi-task and produce high-quality products in a high-tempo environment; strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint).
- Must be willing and able to work daily within a SCIF.
Desired:
- Prior experience supporting a headquarters-level space organization such as HQ CFC a Service Headquarters Combatant Command staff Field/Major Command or equivalent high-level organization.
- Experience developing or staffing decision products that inform capability oversight resourcing and/or readiness reporting at the headquarters level.
- Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition and requirements processes applicable to weapon systems.
- Familiarity with DoD resourcing processes including Planning Programming Budgeting and Execution (PPBE).
- Bachelors degree in engineering systems engineering physics operations research or closely related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
Work Environment:
- Location: Peterson SFB CO
- Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%
- Working Hours: Standard
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40hrs
Basic Compensation:
$125000 - $140000
This range is for Colorado only.
The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge skills abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.
Additional Compensation:
KBR may offer bonuses commissions or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus relocation benefits short term incentives long term incentives or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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KBRs National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.
Why Join Us
- Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering logistics operations science program management mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.
- Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.
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