Staff Officer SME IV – Space Intelligence & Policy (TS/SCI + SAP)

Premier Enterprise Solutions•Washington, VA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Premier Enterprise Solutions is seeking a senior-level Staff Officer SME IV to serve as a trusted advisor on space intelligence policy, strategy, and oversight supporting the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence & Security (OUSW(I&S)). This role operates at the intersection of Space Operations, Intelligence, Policy, and National Security Strategy. You will directly support OSIP leadership by shaping space intelligence policy, coordinating across the Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE), and delivering executive-level products to senior DoD, IC, and Congressional stakeholders. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role requiring strategic thinking, precision writing, and the ability to operate in complex interagency environments.

Requirements

Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
SAP eligibility required
Bachelor's degree required
10+ years as a Staff Officer, Action Officer, or equivalent
Experience supporting DoD / IC policy and strategy
Experience supporting space intelligence or space operations
Proven experience drafting executive-level briefings and decision papers
Proven experience supporting flag/GO or SES leadership
Proven experience coordinating across DIE, IC, CCMDs, Joint Staff, and International partners
Exceptional writing and policy development skills
Expert-level Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong understanding of DoD staffing processes
Strong understanding of Correspondence standards (DoDM 5110.04)
Ability to work in high-tempo environments
Ability to meet tight deadlines with precision
Ability to deliver error-free, unbiased products

Nice To Haves

Preferred fields: Aerospace Engineering, Physics / Astrodynamics, Intelligence Studies, National Security
Prior experience with OUSW(I&S) / OUSD(I&S)
Prior experience with USSPACECOM
Prior experience with US Space Force
Prior experience with NRO or equivalent
Graduate degree (space, intelligence, or national security field)
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME)
Experience with CATMS
Experience with JSAP
Experience with Task management systems

Responsibilities

Develop and evaluate space intelligence policies and strategies
Translate national and DoD-level guidance into actionable policy and implementation plans
Align intelligence capabilities with Space Operations mission needs
Coordinate across the DIE, DoD, IC, CCMDs, Joint Staff, and international partners
Represent OSIP in working groups, governance boards, and interagency engagements
Drive collaboration across complex, multi-organizational environments
Prepare and deliver executive briefings, decision papers, and staff packages
Support reporting to OUSW(I&S) leadership, Congress, and Executive Branch stakeholders
Facilitate meetings, conferences, and high-level engagements
Support governance and oversight of space intelligence activities
Monitor execution of intelligence strategies across CCMDs and Services
Track compliance and progress against mission objectives
Provide SME support to Partner Engagement (PE) teams
Support coordination with Foreign Liaison Officers (FLOs) and partner nations
Enable collaboration on global space intelligence initiatives
Maintain SOPs and documentation for space intelligence processes
Ensure compliance with DoD records management policies
Support secure information sharing across DoD and IC systems
Prepare executive briefings and white papers (ad hoc)
Prepare meeting minutes (within 5 business days)
Prepare travel reports (within 10 business days)
Contribute to Monthly Status Reports