Technical Specialist III - Ops Policy

SABG is seeking a Technical Specialist III to support Headquarters United States Space Force, Chief of Operations (HQ USSF/S3/4/7). USSF/S3/4/7 is subject to the direction and control of the Chief of Space Operations (CSO) and directs the United States Space Force National Capital Region Space Staff., * Assist in developing policy, guidance, and orders to USSF Field Commands.

• Support formulation, coordination, and communication of USSF positions on transitioning acquisitions programs to operationally accepted weapon systems.
• Support formulation, coordination, and communication of USSF positions on joint matters, Joint Staff actions, and best military advice. Assist in preparing senior USSF staff for participation in Joint Staff led forums.
• Provide strategic-level expertise in Space Force Exercises. Advise senior leadership in planning, developing, and coordinating exercise activities and events. Generate recommendations for new exercise related programs, policies, doctrine, strategies, studies, and approaches.
• Interpret national level guidance and ensure incorporation into USSF efforts, inform USSF Best Military Advice by providing warfighting analysis, novel concepts, and expert decision support.
• Support ongoing development and changes to Space Staff's, decision-making, stakeholder analyses, decision/risk management, exercise planning, and other tasks to support the division.
• Provide irregular warfare, and space weapons capabilities, strategies, concept of employment and operations development.

• Master's Degree plus a minimum of 10 years of experience in an Operations, Engineering, Scientific, Data Science, Software Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Analysis, Policy or Planning field, or equivalent experience/responsibility
• Data analysis and visualization

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

• Space operations experience, offensive counter space or orbital warfare knowledge Highly desired HQ Air Force A3K (Checkmate) or similar staff experience

• Developing and assessing strategic concepts to support the joint warfighting force

• Offering independent, alternative strategic analysis for future space capabilities

• Expertise with weapon system operational acceptance procedures.

• Extensive familiarity with DoD programming, planning and budgeting processes.

• Ability to research and draft talking points, briefing documents.

• Strong verbal, communication, and written skills; ability to create and edit written correspondence.

• Highly desired SAAS, SAMS, SAW or MAWS graduate

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Skilled in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Must have proficiency in a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; and able to read and interpret written information
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and promotes a harassment-free environment
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; and upholds organizational values
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks, if needed; and develops realistic action plans
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments\

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and/or procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.