Transition to Operations Specialist

KBR•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

KBR is seeking a Tactical Transition to Operations Specialist to join their team. This role is crucial for the Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (MSEIT) contract, which focuses on providing Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) for the Space Force’s Space Systems Command (SSC). The position involves acquiring state-of-the-art Military and Commercial Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems to ensure global secure, survivable, and protected communications for the nation's warfighters. The ideal candidate will be a technical individual who thrives in a collaborative environment, utilizing modern tools and methodologies to address the complexities of integrating space and ground communication systems.

Requirements

Active DoD Secret clearance
Bachelor’s Degree
5+ years’ experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management and/or operations
Program Office and/or HQ SpOC (previous HQ AFSPC) process experience
Satellite communication systems testing experience
Experience in weapon system transition to operations and support and system fielding (OA, IOC, and site activation)
Working autonomously with government customer, leading teams and projects, establishing/executing milestone and critical path schedules
Experience developing/evaluating life cycle management documentation (Transition Plans, Materiel Fielding Plans, etc.)
Understanding of DoD and joint service acquisition instructions and policy
Proficiency with operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (DoDI 5000 series)
Proficiency with Integrated Life Cycle Management (DAFI 63-101/20-101)
Proficiency with system transition to operations and support
Knowledge of 12 Integrated Product Support Elements
Proficiency with requirements management
Proficiency with writing acquisition technical documentation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate ideas, recommendations and options to customers, senior leaders, and stakeholders

Nice To Haves

BS in technical field
10+ years’ experience in DoD systems acquisition life cycle management and/or operations
MILSATCOM space or other related operations
System Program Office
HQ SpOC (previous HQ AFSPC) staff
Space system acquisition life cycle management and space system transition
Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Knowledge of satellite operations
Knowledge of systems engineering
Knowledge of Technical Manuals/Orders
Knowledge of Operator-Maintainer Training
Knowledge of Contract Management
Knowledge of Financial Management
Professional certifications such as INCOSE
DAWIA Certifications, such as Program Management Level 1

Responsibilities

Provide expertise in system acquisition and transition to operations/sustainment planning, scheduling, analysis, requirements verification, evaluating technical documentation, and integration for SATCOM programs in the acquisition lifecycle.
Develop and/or evaluate various life cycle documentation to include, but not limited to: project reports, briefings, System Transition Plans, provisioning documents, Operational Acceptance (OA) and Initial Operational Capability (IOC) Plans, Materiel Fielding Plans (MFP), OA/IOC criteria, Integrated Schedules, Agreements, Request for Proposal (RFP) documentation, Development Contractor Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) and Data Deliverable (DD) documents, etc.
Participate in site survey planning and execution.
Evaluate Program-related documentation and coordinate with Program Office, HQ Space Operations Command (SpOC), and Delta 8 concerning OA, IOC, or Full Operational Capability (FOC) requirements and on Technical Orders/Manuals, Training, potential early use, OA, IOC, and/or FOC requirements.
Lead and manage system transition to operations/sustainment process and activities, facilitate timely OA/IOC criteria closure and collect artifacts, assess system modifications/upgrades/changes/certifications, provisioning, evaluate transition readiness against requirements and schedules, monitor progress, identify/assess deficiencies and potential risks, document transition lessons learned for process improvement, and report status with recommendations to the Program Office.
Participate in and/or facilitate transition planning forums and working groups to include, but not limited to: Transition Management Working Group (TMWG), Integration meetings, Training Planning Team, technical design reviews, etc.
Create and manage electronic databases.