SDA CIC Capabilities Integration Advisor

Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity to support the Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission by providing Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to the Commercial Integration Cell (CIC) of the Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC) and United States Space Forces Space - Combined Joint Force Space Component (S4S-CJFSC) as an SDA CIC Capabilities Integration Advisor on the Sensor Systems Support (S3) contract supporting the United States Space Force and Space Domain Awareness stakeholder community.

Work is performed at 2424 Garden of the Gods Road in Colorado Springs, CO, Vandenberg SFB, CA and remote with the opportunity to telework at the discretion of the Government.

SDA is foundational to Protecting and Defending US Space Systems that provide space-based Intelligence, Early Warning, Communications and Global Positioning services that sustain our way of life, support our national economy and act as force multipliers in times of conflict.

The Combined Space Operations Center Commercial Integration Cell (CSpOC/CIC) enables operational and technology exchange between Space Operators at the CSpOC and commercial satellite owner/operators supporting real-time and near real-time information flow during routine operations and enables rapid, informed response to critical unplanned space events or other activity in and through space to improve SDA.

As an SDA CIC Capabilities Integration Advisor, your role is pivotal in providing the CIC with research and subject matter expertise required to integrate commercial capabilities and technology through a variety of agreements, evaluation of proposals, program planning, and associated activities. Your office will be responsible for supporting commercial integration strategy development, assessing current integration activities with regard for ensuring operational efficacy of existing agreements, and making recommendations for process improvement. Odyssey Systems is looking for a high-performing individual who is passionate about capability integration and ready to make a difference by joining our existing team of dedicated professionals supporting the CIC workforce!

An A&AS contractor is a knowledgeable and trusted advisor to the Government. As an SDA CIC Capabilities Integration Advisor, you will communicate across functional boundaries to ensure commercial space partners' capabilities and architecture are administratively integrated into established programs in support of multiple Combatant Command missions.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Develop and execute training programs tailored for CIC operations personnel
• Produce and build processes and methodology for integrating commercial capabilities that merge emerging requirements and strategic planning
• Facilitate and integrate research and development and associated modeling and simulation into long-range strategy and planning
• Oversee the creation of partnership agreements, evaluation of proposals, program planning, and associated activities in support of commercial integration strategy
• Advise program managers with research and charts to establish programs to integrate capability through a variety of agreements that are used to transfer technology, knowledge, or inventions from commercial organizations into operational applications
• Support development for commercial C2 architecture across mission areas by assessing and advocating for CCMD mission needs
• Advise, as a subject matter expert, on operational technological requirements and best practices. Includes advising on JCIDS, JROC, and DOTMILPF (-P and -I) process.
• Connect commercial space organizations with HHQ, Department of Defense and Intelligence Community contacts to develop robust collaboration, integration, knowledge sharing, and multi-faceted partnerships
• Manage discussions for external and internal working groups on topics pertaining to research and development, modeling and simulation, special operations, contingency planning, and long-range strategy
• Contribute to strategic development initiatives, including the adoption of project management and operations management practices to optimize the programs' effectiveness
• Stay abreast of advancements in software tools and methodologies, integrating new techniques and technologies into commercial acquisition programs.
• Support operational activities as required, ensuring seamless integration between programming and operational functions within the CIO portfolio
• Prepare and present reports, documents and briefings as required/directed
• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon Government direction
• Other duties as required and requested by the Government within the constraints of the S3 contract

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance, agreeable to polygraph

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 8 years of relevant experience, 4 of which are in a similar role supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence organizations

Other:

• Leadership experience in government acquisitions administration concepts, practices, policies and procedures
• Combatant Command Headquarters experience as senior program analyst in planning and organizing necessary policies, directives, programs, and procedures for the establishment and maintenance of program areas and missions for technology integration
• Proficiency in creating training materials using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides), and adaptability to other emerging tool suites.
• Expert in Organizing, leading, and assessing cross-organizational working groups to collaborate on commercial integration with multi-functional teams in support of broad military operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts effectively and facilitate interactive learning experiences
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing training-related challenges
• Self-motivated individual with a collaborative mindset, capable of working effectively within a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance, current polygraph

Education: Master's degree in Operations Research, Space Studies/Policy, or a related field

Experience: 12 years of relevant experience, 4 of which are in a similar role supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence organizations

Certifications: DAWIA Acquisition Program Management Level III, PMP, or DAU equivalent

Other Qualifications

• Experience or certification in project management and/or operations management, with a focus on program optimization and efficiency
• Experience in USAF/USSF formal acquisition programs with CRADA, contracting and T2 agreements, preferably in space operation
• Demonstrated expertise in process improvement methodologies and instructional design principles, with a track record of driving measurable improvements in operational effectiveness
• Advanced knowledge of military operations or previous experience in a military acquisitions or systems integration

Additional Information:

Location: 2424 Garden of the Gods Road in Colorado Springs, CO, Vandenberg SFB, CA and remote with the opportunity to telework at the discretion of the Government

Travel: Up to 25% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon Government direction

Hybrid: 2424 Garden of the Gods Road in Colorado Springs, CO, Vandenberg SFB, CA and remote

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Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings. We accept challenging assignments and drive projects from the planning stages, through implementation, and into operations and support.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.

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