Commercial Integration Cell (CIC) Duty Officer: SkillBridge Intern

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.•Colorado Springs, CO

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Odyssey is currently seeking a CIC Commercial Duty Officer (CDO), in this role you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, secure, and effective operation of satellites, spacecraft, ground stations, and supporting systems of our commercial mission partners. This multifaceted position demands a blend of technical expertise, sharp situational awareness, precise communication skills, and the ability to respond swiftly to unexpected events. To be eligible for DoD SkillBridge opportunities, candidates must be active members of the U.S. military with 180 days or fewer remaining prior to their separation date and have completed at least 180 continuous days of active service.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen
Active TS/SCI clearance, agreeable to polygraph
Associate’s or CCAF Degree; Relevant USSF or other Service Technical School Completion
Three (3) years of relevant experience, 2 of which in a similar role supporting Department of Defense, industry, or intelligence organizations
Has served at least 180 days on active duty
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Has taken any TAPS/TGPS
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DOD SkillBridge Program prior to start is required.

Nice To Haves

TS/SCI Poly
Fundamental knowledge of orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, collision avoidance procedures, space environmental factors
Understands basic design and purpose of the Unified Data Library (UDL)
Working knowledge of CCMD operations, plans, and organizational/directorate functions; experience in a Joint operational environment a plus
Familiar with satellite communication principles, space domain awareness systems, space-based intelligence collection systems, ground system architecture and operations, and threats to space operations
Ability to quickly interpret complex data, recognize patterns, and anticipate potential issues
Strong oral and written communication skills for reporting, briefing, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams
Effectively adapt to changing operational requirements and prioritize tasks accordingly in a time sensitive environment
Advanced ability to maintain a high level of situational awareness while synthesizing multiple sources of information
Highly proficient at operating independently of direct supervision within established procedures, protocols, and guidance
Ability to travel (up to 10% annually) to participate in training, exercises or wargames as directed
Comfortable within a rotating shift structure with diverse professionals

Responsibilities

Analyze anomaly notifications and work collaboratively to diagnose and resolve issues
Update logs, status boards, and situational awareness tools to keep the team informed
Document shift activities, major events, and actions taken for post-event analysis and mission review
Facilitate communication between mission teams, engineering support, external agencies, and higher-level authorities; produce and distribute timely reports, alerts, and status updates
Coordinate with cybersecurity specialists and network operations centers as needed
Manage planned and unplanned operational events, such as scheduled maneuvers, payload deployments, launch and recovery phases, or emergency responses
Conduct comprehensive briefings for incoming watch floor personnel to ensure seamless continuity of operations
Ensure all operations conform to applicable national and international regulations, organizational policies, and mission rules of engagement
Provide rapid assessment and action during loss-of-signal events, unplanned reentries, or emergencies affecting crewed missions
Respond to or help coordinate commercial input for space weather events, orbital debris tracking, and collision avoidance maneuvers