Principal Systems Engineer (Part Time)

Bluestaq US ExternalColorado Springs, CO
$137,500 - $143,750Hybrid

About The Position

Bluestaq builds enterprise software and data infrastructure for the most consequential missions on earth and in space. This role sits at the center of one of the most operationally relevant space programs running today - and it's for someone who already knows why that matters. This role supports Joint Commercial Operations (JCO) - a global USSF activity integrating commercial space capabilities to protect and defend the space domain alongside U.S. and allied partners.

Requirements

  • 20+ years of experience in military operations, space systems, or joint planning environments - Air Force background strongly preferred; Weapons Officer designation a plus
  • Experience as a joint planning instructor or equivalent, with demonstrated ability to translate complex operational concepts across technical and non-technical audiences
  • Consulting or advisory experience supporting space defense programs, commercial integration, or SDA missions
  • Graduate degree in Space Studies, Strategic Studies, or a related discipline (Master's level or above)
  • Track record working across CCMDs, Component Field Commands, or NSDC-level organizations
  • Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships from working-level engineers to senior executives
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills - you can brief a PEO and a software engineer in the same afternoon
  • Judgment and composure in high-pressure, ambiguous situations; you build structure where none exists and hold the quality bar even when the schedule is trying to lower it
  • Comfortable holding ground with customers and leadership alike - clear, confident, and credible
  • U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance is required
  • Based in or willing to relocate to Colorado Springs, CO

Nice To Haves

  • Direct experience with JCO, NSDC, or commercial SDA integration programs
  • Experience with DoD/IC customers and government contracting environments
  • Familiarity with USSF commercial integration frameworks and allied partner planning
  • Track record building long-term customer relationships, not just delivering on contracts

Responsibilities

  • Integrate commercial space capabilities into combatant command operational plans and orders, working across US Space Force component organizations and key mission partners
  • Provide joint planning support across space domain awareness, tactical response, and electromagnetic spectrum operations missions
  • Support integration of space capabilities into international and allied planning efforts, including cooperative commercial picture development
  • Assess operational readiness and mission effectiveness against specified plan objectives and tasks

Benefits

  • 401k with employer contribution
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • PTO
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