Enterprise and Commercial Satellite Communications Subject Matte with Security Clearance

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Job description

LinQuest is seeking an Enterprise Satellite Communication System Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Headquarters Space Operations Command (HQ SpOC) - SATCOM Mission Area Team (MAT) located at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO. An active TS/SCI clearance is required to be considered for this job. The HQ SpOC generates, presents, and sustains combat-ready intelligence, cyber, space and combat support forces and serves as the USSF Service Component to USSPACECOM. A strong candidate has a comprehensive knowledge of satellite communications (SATCOM) systems, satellite transmissions, management, satellite system control, and operational procedures. Responsibilities: Provide operations, sustainment, and engineering technical analysis and support for the USSF Enterprise SATCOM architecture for Commercial and Enterprise SATCOM systems
Review, coordinate, and advise on SATCOM operating processes and procedures and provide technical support of material system development and fielding
Provide technical operational/engineering expertise for resolution of operational issues/problems related to space, ground and terminal segments
Develop and interpret broad DoD Space, and SATCOM policies and regulations, existing policies, and regulations in relation to HQ USSF program goals and objectives
Provide analysis and recommended methods for improving efficiency of SATCOM functions through modifications and applications of evolving technology, developing tactics, techniques, and procedures
Develop Policy and procedures meeting Operational Integration and Mission Delivery requirements
Coordinate across multiple services, commands, and agencies supporting the Operational Acceptance process
Develop Concepts of Operations, System Concepts, and Operational Acceptance Plans for supported systems
Analyze and provide recommendations in regard to technical functions of satellite payloads and ground station architectures
Travel may be required quarterly for a limited durations to support Customer eventsRequired Skills/Experience: Experience in providing strategic advice and recommendations, technical guidance, and analysis and recommendations on current and future SATCOM systems
Demonstrated ability to prepare quality products including briefings, point/position papers, and staff packages for senior leaders
Ability to multi-task and quickly pivot across multiple work responsibilities in a dynamic environment in response to staff taskings
Ability to work with internal and external senior leaders, offices, directorates, and action officers
Methodical mindset: Able to follow troubleshooting protocols, solve problems, prepare recommendations, and clearly document solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent Microsoft Office application skills
The ability to work in a secure, confined location (i.e., SCIF)Preferred Skills/Experience: Experience with SATCOM systems/platforms (e.g. WGS, Commercial, AEHF, MUOS, ground terminals, planning tools)
Headquarters Staff experience for a Service, Combatant Command, Field/Major Command, or equivalent
Experience with Joint- or Service-level strategy and/or concept development
Experience with Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) processes
Experience with Operations Integration and Sustainment
Experience with Narrowband, Wideband, Protected band, and/or DoD Commercial SATCOMCompensation: The salary for this position ranges from approximately $110,000 to $120,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications. Benefits: LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: Why LinQuest? 20 years of excellence from concept to capability. LinQuest is a national security space leader that enables defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility, and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation's competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrate end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force. Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Required TS/SCI

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