Peraton
Space Defense Operations Manager
Peraton
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Program Overview Peraton is looking for a Technical Operations Manager to support a national security program conducting 24/7 Space Warfighting operations based in Colorado Springs, CO.
As the on‑site contractor lead and Operations Manager for a national security program conducting 24/7 Space Warfighting operations, you will ensure current mission protection operations success, support program management and customer relations, and collaborate frequently with division leads while managing assigned staff. A successful candidate will demonstrate extensive experience operating space system analysis tools and leading teams executing space domain and NRO mission areas. The NSDC Ops Manager will leverage subject‑matter‑expert knowledge to evolve metric warning thresholds and guide system integration prioritization and training material development to improve tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). As the on‑site lead representing the program, you will host meetings, brief tours as necessary, and coordinate with security to sponsor visitor requests and facilitate onboarding of new personnel. This role is responsible for fostering a culture of respect and ensuring all crew positions are 100% manned and resiliently scheduled with certified on‑call alternates. Additionally, the NSDC Manager will enforce training and certification standards across the Battlespace Awareness team to ensure highest‑quality threat analysis support to the government customer and national security decision‑makers.
Responsibilities
Manage staff (employees, subcontractors) and work to resolve issues, fostering a culture of respect.
Certify as Battlespace Awareness operator to ensure 100% 24/7 crew coverage; approve schedules.
Routinely create reports/products and briefs leadership daily including ad hoc updates for ongoing space events of interest.
Maintain system proficiency (e.g., Systems Tool Kit (STK) and other software) and attend system‑based training as required.
Prioritize and execute the tasking of space resources in support of national security programs.
Support both real‑world and exercise‑driven space event planning efforts.
Act as liaison between program contractors, COTR and other government customers.
Support testing & integration efforts as new technologies link with all space protection missions.
Contribute to course of action (COA) planning, offering SME guidance to training manager and crew leads.
Support strategic planning and anticipate future threats and operational requirements.
Coordinate with COTR and Security on personnel clearance crossover and onboarding actions.
Occasional travel to partnered operations centers (CONUS, multiple sites within program) and local customer facilities is required.
Work full‑time on‑site at a government facility in Colorado Springs, CO.
This position is contingent upon award of contract.
Qualifications
Minimum 12 years’ prior relevant experience.
8+ years’ experience working in high‑tempo space operational environment with contractors and government officials of all ranks and leadership levels.
Understanding and prior applied knowledge of orbital mechanics and space surveillance systems.
6+ years management experience supervising personnel and/or leading relevant ops teams.
Possess a TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated CI Poly.
Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree highly desired.
6+ years’ experience with STK or other astrodynamics systems (e.g., ASW, ATLAS, SPADOC and/or available developing tools).
10+ years’ experience working in high‑tempo space operational environment with contractors and government officials of all ranks and leadership levels.
Prior experience working as training instructor, system engineering and/or system integration.
Previous Intelligence Community working experience supporting Mission Operations Directive.
Benefits Target Salary Range: $146,000 - $234,000. Salary is determined by various factors including scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, geographic location, and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
EEO Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Program Overview Peraton is looking for a Technical Operations Manager to support a national security program conducting 24/7 Space Warfighting operations based in Colorado Springs, CO.
As the on‑site contractor lead and Operations Manager for a national security program conducting 24/7 Space Warfighting operations, you will ensure current mission protection operations success, support program management and customer relations, and collaborate frequently with division leads while managing assigned staff. A successful candidate will demonstrate extensive experience operating space system analysis tools and leading teams executing space domain and NRO mission areas. The NSDC Ops Manager will leverage subject‑matter‑expert knowledge to evolve metric warning thresholds and guide system integration prioritization and training material development to improve tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). As the on‑site lead representing the program, you will host meetings, brief tours as necessary, and coordinate with security to sponsor visitor requests and facilitate onboarding of new personnel. This role is responsible for fostering a culture of respect and ensuring all crew positions are 100% manned and resiliently scheduled with certified on‑call alternates. Additionally, the NSDC Manager will enforce training and certification standards across the Battlespace Awareness team to ensure highest‑quality threat analysis support to the government customer and national security decision‑makers.
Responsibilities
Manage staff (employees, subcontractors) and work to resolve issues, fostering a culture of respect.
Certify as Battlespace Awareness operator to ensure 100% 24/7 crew coverage; approve schedules.
Routinely create reports/products and briefs leadership daily including ad hoc updates for ongoing space events of interest.
Maintain system proficiency (e.g., Systems Tool Kit (STK) and other software) and attend system‑based training as required.
Prioritize and execute the tasking of space resources in support of national security programs.
Support both real‑world and exercise‑driven space event planning efforts.
Act as liaison between program contractors, COTR and other government customers.
Support testing & integration efforts as new technologies link with all space protection missions.
Contribute to course of action (COA) planning, offering SME guidance to training manager and crew leads.
Support strategic planning and anticipate future threats and operational requirements.
Coordinate with COTR and Security on personnel clearance crossover and onboarding actions.
Occasional travel to partnered operations centers (CONUS, multiple sites within program) and local customer facilities is required.
Work full‑time on‑site at a government facility in Colorado Springs, CO.
This position is contingent upon award of contract.
Qualifications
Minimum 12 years’ prior relevant experience.
8+ years’ experience working in high‑tempo space operational environment with contractors and government officials of all ranks and leadership levels.
Understanding and prior applied knowledge of orbital mechanics and space surveillance systems.
6+ years management experience supervising personnel and/or leading relevant ops teams.
Possess a TS/SCI clearance with adjudicated CI Poly.
Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree highly desired.
6+ years’ experience with STK or other astrodynamics systems (e.g., ASW, ATLAS, SPADOC and/or available developing tools).
10+ years’ experience working in high‑tempo space operational environment with contractors and government officials of all ranks and leadership levels.
Prior experience working as training instructor, system engineering and/or system integration.
Previous Intelligence Community working experience supporting Mission Operations Directive.
Benefits Target Salary Range: $146,000 - $234,000. Salary is determined by various factors including scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, geographic location, and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
EEO Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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