TAP Lab Operations Integrator

United States·Colorado SpringsFull-timemid

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Key Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in C2 Ops Integration and BM while ensuring we close the gap between traditional DoD acquisition practices and commercial solutions.

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Space Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges.

SSI is seeking a TAP Lab Operations Integrator for a role in Colorado Springs, CO.

Role and Responsibilities includes:

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in C2 Ops Integration and BM while ensuring we close the gap between traditional DoD acquisition practices and commercial solutions.
Support the TAP Lab's innovation mission by integrating emerging technologies, providing technical solutions for space C2 and BM initiatives, and maintaining the highest development standards.
Conduct assessments of software solutions, test plans, and integration processes to ensure operational readiness and mission effectiveness.
Lead or contribute to the development, refinement, and enforcement of program-level engineering policies, standards, and procedures specific to SDA enhancement and technology advancement.
Collaborate with Program Managers, Contracting Officers, System Engineers, developers, and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met within schedule and budget constraints.
Provide expert technical consultation to SSC leadership and program teams on acquisition strategies, system designs, cybersecurity best practices, supply chain security, and risk management related to SDA systems.
Develop and coordinate acquisition documentation, including Acquisition Strategy Plans (ASPs), Statements of Work (SOWs), and cost and technical evaluations.
Facilitate implementation of agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) to improve cross-functional team collaboration and program execution.

Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience in systems engineering, acquisition, or program management within the Department of Defense (DoD) community.

Extensive knowledge of DoD acquisition frameworks, program management, and software/hardware development practices.

Expertise in command-and-control systems, SDA technologies, and tactical/operational data analysis.

Proficiency in collaboration and documentation tools, including Microsoft Office suite, Jira, and Confluence.

Active TS/SCI clearance with a willingness to undergo a polygraph if required.

Travel is 25%.

Experience in military acquisition for space systems or program offices.

Knowledge of SDA sensors and orbital mechanics concepts.

Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary or software development teams.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively present highly technical concepts to non-technical and technical audiences.

Strong problem-solving skills and experience addressing complex technical challenges in space operations.

Space Systems Integration provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.