SDA Acquisition Squadron Administrator

Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity providing Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) supporting the US Space Force mission to defend National Security Interests in Space as an SDA Acquisition Squadron Administrator supporting a squadron of the US Space Force, Space Systems Command, Battlespace Awareness Acquisition Delta (USSF SSC/SZB).

SDA is foundational to Protecting and Defending US Space Systems that provide space-based Intelligence, Early Warning, Communications and Global Positioning services that sustain our way of life, support our national economy and act as force multipliers in times of conflict. Odyssey Systems is looking for high-performing, passionate people ready to make a difference by joining our existing team of dedicated professionals in the SDA workforce!

The Battlespace Awareness (SDA) Acquisition Delta (USSF SSC/SZB) executes system acquisition, modernization, and sustainment for ground- and space-based SDA sensors and command and control (C2) systems. Activities include acquisition program management, system, and subsystem engineering, maintenance and supply support, and fielding.

Odyssey Systems provides support to the Government in five areas: Product Support, Sustainment Engineering & Sustainment Management, Technical Order Management, Technical User Interface, and System Design, Engineering, and Integration. These tasks are executed laterally with USSF SSC/SZB depot and development contractors and with SDA stakeholders.

This is a full-time position at 2424 Garden of the Gods Road and Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO with an opportunity to telework up to 2 days per week at the discretion of the Government.

Squadron Administrators operate with broad direction, applying a deep knowledge of administrative processes, procedures, tools and protocol to perform a robust range of administrative tasks, such as; maintaining executive schedules and communication, preparing and reviewing correspondence, tracking and reviewing military and civilian awards, evaluations, and personnel actions, overseeing the administrative operations of a large office or organization, and coordinating large events requiring substantial discretion and attention to protocol.

As an SDA Acquisition Squadron Administrator, you will perform the full range of administrative support tasks, from basic receptionist and visitor control tasks to the preparation, coordination and publication of a wide variety of documents, graphics, presentations, spreadsheets, schedules, and other administrative products. The Administrator may be responsible to track and validate company or client technical or financial information, establish and maintain files, prepare reports and monitor deliverables, ensuring quality assurance in all products delivered. The Administrator may serve as liaison regarding administrative issues related to purchasing, personnel, facilities, and operations. The Administrator may manage supply and travel accounts and documentation. The work requires knowledge of administrative principles, policies, and procedures, and the application of a variety of automated and non-automated tools, forms and templates. Administrators must be able to communicate verbally and non-verbally in a clear, concise and professional manner, exercising the decorum required of a professional work environment. Duties include, but are not limited to:

Manage the Portfolio Lead's dynamic calendar and travel schedule, interfacing with senior officers/executives from multiple military commands and intelligence agencies, and facilitating communication between the Division and Portfolio leadership and team
• Schedule and prioritize meetings/events to maximize the Portfolio Lead's time, ensure realistic scheduling, identify meeting participants, subject matter experts (SMEs) and required materials to thoroughly address meeting topics
• Develop, organize, and setup meetings to include weekly staff meetings, financial and program reviews, execution reviews, and other meetings as needed
• Support the Portfolio Lead and staff to communicate program issues or concerns, and to request and advocate for executive decisions, intervention, and support
• Arrange travel plans for the Portfolio lead using the Defense Travel System, to find and book optimal flights, lodging, and a transportation to meet mission requirements
• Assist with preparation of travel vouchers in the Defense Travel System following trips and perform records management and gather/develop all necessary paperwork/documentation
• Draft, review, and edit correspondence to ensure compliance with standards, including Tongue and Quill, Directorate and Division guidance, and templates
• Assist in the reviewing and processing of military awards and decorations, evaluations, military correspondence, military, and civilian personnel actions
• Ensure the Portfolio Lead is thoroughly prepared for each scheduled event to include scheduling preparation time, providing read-ahead materials, biographies of participants, subject matter experts, and arranging advanced meetings, as required
• Prepare correspondence, handle information requests, and perform functions such as answering phone calls, organizing, and scheduling meetings/VTCs, arranging conference calls, receiving/escorting visitors, writing meeting minutes as required, making copies, and managing functions such as mail, courier service, records management, etc.
• Track and manage work tasks/action items using AFSPC's Task Management System (TMT)
• Assist security personnel and visitors with security clearance verification, building access, data transfers, processing visit requests, etc., as required
• Other duties as required/requested by the Government and within scope of the S3 contract

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Clearance: DoD Secret clearance, able to obtain a DoD TS/SCI clearance
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field
• Years of Experience: 5 years supporting senior personnel in a similar role in a Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, or Intelligence organization
• Familiarity with standards and experience preparing and routing correspondence in a Space Force, Air Force, or other DoD organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional professionalism and proven experience exercising discretion and confidentiality with sensitive organizational and personal information

Preferred Qualifications

• Clearance: DoD TS/SCI clearance
• Education: Master's degree or higher in a relevant field
• Years of Experience: 8 or more experience supporting senior personnel in a similar role in a Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, or Intelligence organization
• Interpersonal Skills:
• Strong communications skills (phone, email and in-person)
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively in fast-paced environment

Additional Information:

Location: Work is performed at 2424 Garden of the Gods Road, Colorado Springs, CO with work and meetings intermittently performed at Peterson Space Force Base

Hybrid: Opportunity to telework up to 2 days per week at the discretion of the Government

Travel: Up to 10% to CONUS and OCONUS locations upon Government direction

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Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings. We accept challenging assignments and drive projects from the planning stages, through implementation, and into operations and support.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

This position is filled through continuous recruitment and will remain open until a sufficient pool of applications has been received.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Tricare supplement, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, employee assistance program, learning and development benefit, paid time off, and holidays.

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