CUrrent Openings

We are always looking for innovative, mission-focused individuals to join our award winning team! Listed below are a few of our current open positions. Even if these don't match your skills or requirements, please inquire at careers@blueskyinnovators.com so we can learn more about you and discuss future opportunities.


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Senior Cloud Architect / Chief Engineer 

Description: Blue Sky is seeking a Senior Cloud Architect / Chief Engineer whose primary function will be to work supporting Department of Defense (DOD), Headquarters United States Air Force, and MTSI Operations. The position will provide direct cloud engineering support to the Air Force acquisition community throughout the system development lifecycle (SDLC). Location - Lorton, VA Provide cybersecurity and architecture expertise for a modern cloud computing environment. Build new cloud-based environments for DoD cloud initiatives. Guide legacy systems migration to a modern platform and assisting with the adoption Design enterprise and systems security throughout the development life cycle; translate technology and environmental conditions into security designs and processes. Design and develop security requirements that mitigates risk while maintaining operational capability. Verify architecture against program requirements and goals. This includes participating in technical discussions, trade studies and working groups, and conducting research on industry best practices for potential implementation. Interface with program managers to explain security goals and mitigations relative to their priorities of cost and schedule.

Required Qualifications: 10+ years of Technical Architect and Team Leadership experience Big Data (e.g., Hadoop, NiFi, Spark, PySpark, Dask, etc.) Experience in application migration At least one of the following: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Google Professional Cloud Architect AWS Certified Solutions Architect Red Hat Certified Architect Education Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or related engineering discipline. Master degree in related discipline desired Clearance Requirements: Current TS (SCI & SAP eligibility required); an active TS/SCI clearance is desired.  Subject to a Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph. U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

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Location: Lorton, VA

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Business Financial Manager (BFM)

Description: Blue Sky Innovators is seeking a Business Financial Manager (BFM) to join our highly experienced and qualified team. The qualified candidate will perform financial support to the Program Managers at a DoD Scientific Research & Engineering agency in accordance with DoD Financial Management Regulation guidelines, Comptroller, and DoD policies and procedures. This position requires an active Secret security clearance at minimum. Work performed will mainly be on-site in Arlington, VA with flexibility for some remote work (client dependent).

Required Qualifications: - Maintain a comprehensive understanding of a program portfolio, including approved programs, associated budgetary information for Congressional efforts, new initiatives, seedlings, SBIRs/STTRs, and all performers in order to respond to inquiries both from internal and external to the respective agency. - Assist with all aspects of financial management such as developing budgets based upon technical basis of estimate, interfacing with contracting agents, and helping to obtain attachments required for funding requests. - Monitor financial systems to verify commitment, obligation and expenditure status for program portfolios. - Maintain and organize files to store program related briefings, documentation, contracts, reports, etc., to include tracking of all deliverables associated with the program efforts. - Assist in drafting source selection acquisition documentation including timelines, Special Notices, RFIs, and Broad Agency Announcements. - Daily administrative duties as needed (calendar, travel preparation, escorting visitors, file management, presentation support, etc.)

Highly Desired Qualifications: - Experience creating Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs) and Purchase Requests (PRs) - Performs all duties independently without work product requiring significant rework and within requested timelines - Minimum of 2 years' experience in DoD/government financial management preferred - Bachelor's Degree in related field

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SAFe Agile Program Manager

Description: Description: Opportunity for a SAFe Agile Program Manager to work on an exciting, fast-paced program. This position provides Scaled Agile subject matter expertise to customer’s R&D ground system design, architecture development, cloud application integration/deployment, and system integration. This position will implement and monitor SAFe Agile processes to drive development of an open architecture ground. The successful applicant will work to oversee the program’s overall implementation of a Scaled Agile software development program. Responsibilities: • Build relationships between key USG stakeholders such as vendors, stakeholders, and the customer • Review software development contractor’s documents and procedures, requirements, verification methodologies, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and test plans to ensure program success • Coordinate and facilitate technical exchange meetings between the customer and developers to assess development progress against Program Increment plans • Monitor integrated and team demonstrations to ensure Program Increment features close

Required Qualifications: • Systems Engineering skills • SAFe Processes: Expert skill level with JIRA, Confluence, and Zephyr Experience • Experience implementing pre-planning activities for Program Increment Planning Events • Experience facilitating Program Increment Planning Events • Experience conducting backlog grooming sessions • Experience maintaining Agile Release Train KANBAN and program boards • Experience managing multiple Agile Release Trains • Active TS/SCI clearance

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Proven ability to build partnerships and relationships with stakeholders and developers • Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience; relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of degree. • SAFe Agile Coach Certified

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Program Manager - Air Force Special Programs

Description: Location: The Pentagon, Washington D.C. Type: Full-Time Company: Blue Sky Innovators Position Overview: Join Blue Sky Innovators within the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition (SAF/AQL) as a Program Manager, supporting Air Force Special Programs in the dynamic field of national security, defense acquisition, test and evaluation, and advanced technologies. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of critical programs that shape the future of aerospace capabilities and safeguard our nation. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of space acquisition, possess an advanced engineering degree, and demonstrate significant experience in Special Access Programs and Department of Defense operations. Responsibilities: • Assist in the management of a diverse portfolio of Air Force Special Programs, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and alignment with national security objectives. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to conceptualize, plan, and execute complex defense acquisition projects from inception to deployment. • Develop and implement innovative strategies for testing and evaluating advanced technologies, ensuring performance, reliability, and security. • Provide expert guidance on Department of the Air Force space acquisition initiatives, leveraging technical knowledge to inform programmatic decisions. • Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in defense acquisition and national security to inform program strategies. • Engage with stakeholders, industry partners, and government agencies to foster collaboration, enhance program effectiveness, and maintain program security. • Manage and communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership, facilitating informed decision-making. • Ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and guidelines related to Special Access Programs and Department of Defense activities. • Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing program capabilities.

Required Qualifications: Qualifications: • Advanced engineering degree from an accredited institution is required. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the Department of Defense, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of defense acquisition processes, regulations, and operations. • A minimum of 5 years of direct experience in Special Access Programs is essential. • Strong background in space acquisition is highly desired, with a proven track record of successful program management in this domain. • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and convey complex technical information to diverse audiences. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset to drive innovative solutions. • Active security clearance at the Top Secret level with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). • Demonstrated ability to navigate complex organizational structures and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

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Cybersecurity Technical SETA, Top Secret Clearance

Description: • Support DoD research programs in terms of technology management, engagement with research performers, deliverable review, and leading regular calls or meetings with research performers on a technical basis • Display a technical approach related experience with military cyber operations, tools, and integration with transition platforms for operational use • Directly engage with government transition partners (within the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community) and related stakeholders

Required Qualifications: • Must have a technical background of some depth related to cyber technologies, hardware, and/or software (able to go deep at least in one cyber area or domain) • Demonstrated understanding of DoD security guidance, policy, and program execution with respect to test events, conducting research, and technology transition • Deeply embraces and understands the “SETA mentality” of keeping programs progressing, working within an agency like DARPA, and communicating among research teams and transition partners • Top Secret, SCI eligible clearance • Travel may be required up to 10-20% of the time.

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Hands-on tactical experience with analytical products and tools for cyber operations • Experience with Advanced cybersecurity technologies transitioning and entering rapid acquisition from the Department of Defense research community –and/or—Testing and evaluation of Department of Defense or Intelligence Community applied research and advanced technology development of cybersecurity technologies and/or prototypes in an operationally relevant environment –and/or—Gathering and interpreting information from sensitive platforms for intelligence collection, risk assessment, and reporting • 5+ years of experience in the above realms

Location: 100% onsite in Arlington, VA

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Budget & Financial Manager, Top Secret Clearance

Description: • Provide Budget & Financial Management (BFM) support to Air Force space and ground-based systems. • Plan, organize, direct, and conduct financial management support for the Program Control office and Program Managers in areas of moderate-to-extensive scope and complexity. • Support budget development activities, such as, validation of budget items, forecasting obligations and expenditures, assisting in prioritization of requirements, and establishing traceability of budget items to other program documentation. • Compile, analyze, and reconcile financial data to produce program financial status and establish or maintain financial accounts, reports or logs. • Prepare, process, review, and categorize budget documents using data from various sources such as, presentations, letters, memorandums, policies, interviews, meetings, financial and contractual documents, and government accounting systems. • Support acquisition planning and oversight activities, such as, but not limited to, Independent Program Assessments (IPAs), Integrated Baseline Review (IBR), Request for Proposal (RFP) development, source selections, Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and internal reviews and assessments. • Salary: $125,000-$200,000. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k match.

Required Qualifications: • Top Secret with SCI Eligibility Clearance • BA/BS degree in Business, Accounting, Math, Engineering, or other applicable degree. • Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel • Experience with DoD funding documents, contracts, and lines of account • Knowledge of DoD Planning, Programing, Budget and Execution (PPBE) process • 4+ years of experience performing DoD or Aerospace Financial Management • 1+ years of experience performing Acquisition Financial Management of DoD systems • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Highly Desired Qualifications: • MA, MS, or MBA (equivalent of 2 years of additional experience). • Prior Military, DoD, or Federal Government Program and Budget experience is highly desired • Experience with Defense Agencies Initiative (DAI) processes and budget authorities, Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) invoicing, and Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs) systems

Location: El Segundo, CA (Los Angeles Air Force Base)

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Engineer, TS/SCI Clearance

Description: Seeking an Engineer with experience to lead programs focused on classified hardware development and operations for the US Government. The incoming SETA will assist with multiple performer teams and ensure program timelines are met and results are achieved. Responsibilities • Lead programmatic and technical discussions to solve problems and ensure development meets customer requirements. • Demonstrate technical knowledge in designing and/or testing practical solutions to engineering problems and an ability to guide the engineering development of modern hardware system • Provide expertise and assistance to the Government Program Manager in the execution of multiple advanced hardware technology development programs • Integrate and coordinate program activities with the Program Manager and other government and SETA team members • Oversee scheduling of program activity, milestones, and contractor progress • Review development contractor technical proposals for thoroughness and adequacy

Required Qualifications: • Must have an active TOP SECRET/SCI security clearance and be eligible for Special Access Programs (SAPs) • Willingness to undergo a full-scope polygraph examination • Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience • BS Degree required with a preference for technical acumen or programmatic leadership • Full time on the customer site

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Existing Industrial Security Staff-like Access (ISSA) • MS Degree with a preference for technical acumen • Engineer with prior experience in satellite design and/or operations • Experience developing cyber operations • Expertise in embedded software development • Expertise in computer vision hardware, software, and/or algorithm development and testing • Expertise in satellite GNC development and testing • Expertise in satellite hardware radiation hardness testing • Demonstrated technical knowledge in designing and/or testing practical solutions to engineering problems and an ability to guide the engineering development of modern hardware systems • Understanding of contracting, proposal reviews, statements of work, and associated contracting processes

Location: Northern Virginia

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Engineer Positions

Description: The Horizon 2 Program provides direct support to the United States Space Forces (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) mission in pioneering, developing and delivering sustainable joint space warfighting capabilities to defend the nation and its allies. The customer base is primarily within the Program Executive Office for Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SDA&CP). This is a diverse portfolio of 60+ space and ground based programs valued over $10B to develop, acquire, field, and sustain vital, cutting-edge military space capabilities for our nation’s warfighters, civil space, and allies. We are seeking several engineering positions in support of this program including: -Model Based Systems Engineers and Senior Model Based System Engineers -Lead Software Systems Engineer -Senior Principal Systems Engineer -Principal Operations Integration Engineer -Chief Launch Integration Engineer -Chief Systems Engineer and Senior Systems Engineer -Senior Software Engineer -Senior Space Systems Engineer -Principal Ground Systems Engineer

Required Qualifications: Specific qualifications vary by position but basic qualifications include: -Bachelors Degree -Active Secret clearance or higher with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI and be willing to consent to a polygraph examination -We are hiring at all levels of seniority from Junior to Senior and above

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Location: El Segundo, CA

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Engineering and Space Positions

Description: The Horizon 2 Program provides direct support to the United States Space Forces (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) mission in pioneering, developing and delivering sustainable joint space warfighting capabilities to defend the nation and its allies. The customer base is primarily within the Program Executive Office for Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power (SDA&CP). This is a diverse portfolio of 60+ space and ground based programs valued over $10B to develop, acquire, field, and sustain vital, cutting-edge military space capabilities for our nation’s warfighters, civil space, and allies. We are seeking several engineering positions in support of this program including: -Senior Principal Software Engineer -Senior Space Operations Analyst -Systems Engineer Senior Principal -SysML Modeling Integrator -Senior Principal Logistics Engineer -Senior Model Based System Engineer -Principal Operations Integration Engineer -Specialty Integration Engineer -Senior Principal Acquisition Specialist -Senior Principal Systems Analyst -Systems Architect MBSE -Senior Principal Program Management Analyst -Principal Systems Engineer

Required Qualifications: Specific qualifications vary by specific position but basic qualifications include: -Bachelors Degree -Active Secret clearance or higher with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI and be willing to consent to a polygraph examination -We are hiring at all levels of seniority from Junior to Senior and above

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Location: Colorado Springs, CO

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Subject Matter Expert (SME) V, TS/SCI Eligible

Description: The Subject Matter Expert (SME) V is a recognized industry leader. The SME V consults with client and Company to define needs and generate innovative solutions. Experience in a functional expertise that may include technical, engineering, scientific, math, computer, mod/sim/analysis, Intel and DoD experience, space control/cyber, policy, operations, integration, training, testing, logistics, or planning related to the satisfaction of customer requirements and acquisitions. Demonstrated unique proficiency and advanced skills in the planning and execution of advanced technology development. Often acts independently to resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of operational programs to accomplish long range objectives.

Required Qualifications: • Masters Degree • 20+ years relevant experience • Top Secret Clearance (SCI Eligibility)

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Location: Northern Virginia

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Systems Engineer, TS/SCI Eligible

Description: Seeking a Systems Engineer with experience to perform on programs within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC). Responsibilities • Participate in programmatic and technical discussions to initiate new program concepts • Demonstrate technical knowledge in designing and/or testing practical solutions to engineering problems and an ability to guide the engineering development• Provide expertise and assistance to the Government Program Manager in the execution of programs • Integrate and coordinate program activities with the Program Manager and other government and SETA team members • Perform detailed task planning and oversee transition progress with a range of DoD partners • Oversee scheduling of program activity and milestones, and contractor progress

Required Qualifications: • BA/BS Degree required with a preference for technical or programmatic leadership • Top Secret Clearance, SCI Eligible • 5+ Years Relevant Experience

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Masters Degree Preferred

Location: Northern Virginia

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Sr. Systems Engineer SME

Description: As a Sr. Systems Engineer SME you will provide advisory and assistance services (A&AS) for technical systems engineering and programmatic support to include: Space, Ground, Acquisitions, Operations and Sustainment. Assist with oversight and management of existing space systems programs, initiate new contract actions where required. Provide systems engineering support, systems analysis and reporting. This position will be located in the National Capital Region (NCR). Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to: • Experience with rapid prototyping. • Experience with integrated air, space and cyberspace capabilities. • Experience with ACAT I level acquisition programs. • Experience in identifying space systems information assurance boundaries, and the definition and approval of security controls for each boundary consistent with the Intelligence Community Directive 503 Risk Management Framework. • Provide space system acquisition subject matter expertise, to include support of day-to-day program execution to include oversight of existing space systems acquisitions, initiating new contractual actions. • Provide expertise in the execution of existing space systems programs and the development of new acquisition contracts. • Provide support to planning, organizing and managing critical aspects of the development, production, and/or deployment of space systems and equipment. • Provide support to various program actions and activities to include meeting attendance, contractor performance tracking, milestone planning, briefing preparation, staff coordination, acquisition risk management, and decision document preparation. • Provide support in the development of pre ad post contract award documentation activities including request for development of request for proposals (RFPs), Statements of Objectives (SOO), performance work statements (PWS), and Statements of Work (SOW). • Provide space systems engineering support including: o assistance in the integration of space systems, configuration management and interface control. o technical assessments and recommendations to deviations that arise across interface boundaries, and analysis and reporting of these efforts.

Required Qualifications: • Minimum of fifteen (15) years' of relevant DoD work experience with no less than four (4) years’ experience in a SAP and/or SCI environment within the last five (5) years'. • Experience with ACAT I/II level acquisition space programs. • Knowledge of and experience in analyzing, drafting, and reviewing space acquisition documents and experience with programs requiring enhanced security measures. • Bachelor's degree of Science, Physics, or Engineering (BA/BS/BE) plus a minimum of 15 years' direct experience. • TS/SCI with previous SAP experience.

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Masters of Science, Physics, or Engineering (MA/MS/ME) degree plus minimum of 10 years' direct experience • Two (2) years' HAF and/or MAJCOM staff experience.

Location: Washington, DC

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Senior Production Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: As a Senior Production Engineer you will provide production guidance supporting first article through full-rate production of advanced military aircraft. Advise programs on industry best practices for integration across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, quality assurance, and native part fabrication. Manages reporting of production program metrics, optimization, and modernization efforts. • Manage production activities with emphasis on ensuring ideal processes are in place to put parts and workable content on the production floor on time for current and future activities. • Represent the program office in production, integration, and modernization efforts. • Provide expert consultation on integration of digital thread, determinant assembly, and other modern manufacturing processes. • Manage daily/weekly production status and metrics reporting. • Prepare and evaluate technical documentation supporting current production as well as future optimization. • Prepare information and decision briefings. • Support and advise Government Program Office on production activities.

Required Qualifications: • 8+ years recent (within 10 years) experience working or managing acquisition programs for air vehicles or like systems • TS/SCI (top secret/SCI)

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Experience with first article builds and transition to full rate production highly desired • Knowledge of state-of-the-art manufacturing, quality assurance, supply chain, and product lifecycle management practices • Bachelor Degree (manufacturing, industrial, systems, mechanical, or electrical engineering)

Location: Washington, DC

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Intel Specialist USSPACECOM Support, TS/SCI

Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Intel specialist with a strong background in collection management and intel support to information operations, to support the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of professionals in a role that demands exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and adaptability skills. As a Blue Sky innovator, you will work collaboratively with USSPACECOM to devise and implement innovative solutions to complex challenges related to space operations and information warfare. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the nation's defense and drive positive change in a rapidly evolving domain. Key Responsibilities: • Intel Collection Management: Shall had advanced targeting skills and firsthand experience targeting networks, individuals within networks, and identifying vulnerabilities for exploitation. Intelligence analysts shall have a deep understanding of the targeting cycle as well as the current data, tools, and techniques used for each phase of targeting. Advanced Microsoft Office skills and proficiency using current analytical tools, databases and Intelligence and operational systems is required. • Problem Solving: Analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions, applying critical thinking and adaptability to rapidly changing circumstances. • Intel Analysis: Drive innovation and creative thinking in the development of cutting-edge solutions by providing comprehensive all-source information collection and analysis in support of information operations initiatives. • Personnel Security Management Oversee classified security programs and provide expertise in all security functions; provide program security and personnel security Experience desired: The ideal candidate will have a track record of successful roles in intel planning, project management, and collection management, with experience in a variety of international environments. Specific highlights from the candidate's career may include: • Conducted CONUS and OCONUS Threat and Vulnerability Assessments (TVA) • Provided comprehensive all-source information collection and analysis to Military Information Support Operations • Created and initiated SM collection plan across multiple platforms favored by local population. Monitored and created daily collection products to monitor third party, local national, and hostile SM, identify significant actions, and provide COA’s for planners and decision makers to consider.

Required Qualifications: • A minimum of 10 years intelligence/intelligence operations experience within DoD or equivalent Government agencies required, with five (5) years at the operational level. • Shall be highly proficient in utilizing current intelligence related automation, requirements-based applications, tools, and databases to support collection, analytical efforts, and product development. • Shall possess ability to perform all aspects of collection management during routine, contingency special access program, compartmented projects, operations, and exercises. • Strong background and firsthand experience are required in collection Management and/or intelligence reporting, including doctrine, policy, procedures, oversight, tactical, theater, and national-level coordination. • Possess in-depth knowledge of systems and capabilities from tactical to strategic-level pertaining to collection and production management. • Security Clearance: Must possess an active Top-Secret/SCI clearance. Specialized Military Training: • The candidate should have completed a range of specialized military training courses related to Intelligence analysis and operations, collection management, personnel security, and special access program management, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development. •Skills and Expertise: • Collection management • Intelligence Analysis • Personnel Security Management • Problem Solving • Change Management If you are a seasoned professional with a proven track record of excellence in strategic intelligence planning, project management, and innovation in the military domain, we invite you to apply for this unique and impactful position as a Blue Sky Innovator supporting USSPACECOM. Join our team and help shape the future of space operations and information warfare. Salary: $150,000-$250,000. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k match.

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree desired • Military Deception Course desired

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

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Information Operations / SME, TS/SCI Clearance

Description: Summary: Blue Sky Innovators is seeking an experienced Information Operations SME with a strong background in marketing and project management. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of expertise in planning and implementing comprehensive campaigns, including -marketing analysis, media planning, information operations, psychological operations, and deception activities. As a Blue Sky Innovator, you will work collaboratively with USSPACECOM to devise and implement unique solutions to complex challenges related to space operations and information warfare. This role offers a select opportunity to contribute to the nation's defense and drive positive change in a rapidly evolving domain. Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Planning: Develop and execute strategic plans and initiatives to support USSPACECOM’s mission and objectives in the dynamic space domain. • Campaign Planning: Lead the planning and execution of information operations campaigns, tailoring strategies to target audiences at the local, regional, national, and international levels. • Information and Influence Operations: Leverage your expertise in information and influence operations to design and implement strategies that counter disinformation campaigns and enhance the command’s information environment. • Program/Project Management: Oversee and manage complex projects and programs, ensuring successful execution within established timelines and budget. • Adaptability: Thrive in a changing work environment, demonstrating creativity and rapid adaptation to evolving roles and expectations. • Resource Management: Accomplish campaign goals with limited resources and staff, demonstrating effective resource allocation. • Initiative: Analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions, applying critical thinking and adaptability to rapidly changing circumstances.

Required Qualifications: • Experience: Over 15 years of experience in special operations and project management, with a strong background in information operations and psychological operations. • Security Clearance: Must have a Top Secret/SSBI security clearance. • Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: behavioral sciences, social sciences, psychology, sociology, marketing, cultural studies or public relations. Specialized Military Training: • The candidate should have completed a range of specialized military training courses related to cyberspace operations, information operations, psychological operations, military deception, and operational security, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development. • Completion of the Information Operations Professionals Course (IOPC) or completion of the following: Information Operations Integration Course (IOIC), Psychological Operations Qualification Course (POQC) or Information Operations Integration Course - Military Information Support Operations (IIC-MISO), and service component Operations Security Course (AFOC); or similar courses as approved - Preferred • Completion of the Joint Military Deception Course or completion of one of the following: Service specific Military Deception Course or Special Operations Military Deception Course - Preferred If you are a seasoned professional with a proven track record of excellence in strategic planning, project management, and innovation in the military information domain, we invite you to apply for this unique and impactful position as a Blue Sky Innovator supporting USSPACECOM. Join our team and help shape the future of space operations and information warfare. Salary: $150,000-$250,000. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k match.

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Masters degree desired • The ideal candidate will have a track record of successful roles in planning, project management and influence operations, with experience in a variety of international environments. Specific highlights from the candidate’s career may include: • Serving as an IO/MISO/Deception Planner responsible for geographically related contingency plans, including work on Theater Campaign Plans and Combatant Command OPLANs. • Developing comprehensive and plausible scenarios for Joint and Combined Operations across multiple countries. • Experience integrating influence efforts into Theater operations and contingency planning, including countering disinformation campaigns against US partner/allied nations. • Joint Planners Course and or at least 5 years’ experience on a 2-star Joint Command or Higher - Desired

Location: Colorado Springs, CO

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Microelectronics and Semiconductor Technical SETA

Description: Candidate sought to provide programmatic support to an array of programs in the area of microelectronics and semiconductor device physics. In this role, the candidate will be the lead SETA for a number of programs, interfacing directly with performers, supporting new start developments, and other day to day tasks. Candidates are required to be on-site a minimum of 50% and as needed.

Required Qualifications: • Familiarity with semiconductor device physics, chip design, or related field. Does not need to be an expert. • Program management experience • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written • Willingness to learn and adapt on the job • Active DoD Secret Clearance

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Location: Arlington, VA

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Software Engineer-Data Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: Responsibilities: • Utilize statistical techniques to analyze and extract relevant information from large amounts of data • Automate and optimize data extraction, cleaning, processing and analysis functions • Develop, validate, and implement data models to solve problems/answer questions • Develop and implement novel statistical approaches to address complex issues • Perform data science/engineering with little guidance and independently write reports detailing methods, results, and impacts to assigned issues • Support in the acquisition of systems, software, and data science related capabilities.

Required Qualifications: • Top Secret Clearance, SCI Eligible. Willing to take Poly • 5+ years experience with the DoD 5000 acquisition process • 3+ years experience with sensor/weapon system engineering design, requirements, specifications, and interface documents • Experience performing data science/engineering work and writing reports based upon the resulting work/accomplishments • Proficiency in statistics packages such as SPSS, SAS, S-PLUS, and R • Programming skills sufficient to extract, transform, and clean multi-terabyte databases • Significant current experience (i.e., within last 2 years) in data science/engineering work

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Location: Northern Virginia

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Systems Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: • Provide mission planning and requirements development using an interdisciplinary approach encompassing the entire technical effort to evolve and verify an integrated and total life-cycle balanced set of system, people, and process solutions that satisfy customer needs, in support of system acquisitions including maritime, ground, air, and/or space based acquisitions. • Develop technical information to support the government program management decision-making process. • Assist Government PMs in managing and controlling the definition and management of the system configuration and the translation of the system definition into work breakdown structures. • Develop CONOPS for technical collection operations and in managing. • Oversee contractor development of technical collection systems and software in accordance with system requirements.

Required Qualifications: • Top Secret Clearance. SCI Eligible. Willing to take Poly • 5+ years experience with the DoD 5000 acquisition process • 3+ years experience with sensor/weapon system engineering design, requirements, specifications, and interface documents • Demonstrated experience in mission planning and requirements development to evolve and verify an integrated and total lifecycle balanced set of system, people, and process solutions that satisfy customer needs. • Demonstrated experience supporting system engineering and integrating functions for customer acquisitions including requirements development, acquisition documentation, test and evaluation, and system design reviews. • Experience developing programmatic technical information to support the program management decision-making process. • Experience developing, managing, and controlling system configuration documents and work breakdown structures. • Experience writing technical collection CONOPs. • Demonstrated experience providing contractor support to government collection system and software acquisitions.

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Demonstrated ability to serve as the integrating mechanism across the technical efforts related to the development, manufacturing, verification, deployment, operations, support, disposal of, and user training for systems and their life cycle processes. • Experience working with the community to prioritize, rank and task technical collection. • Experience in processing and exploiting technical intelligence and the production of intelligence products for dissemination to the community. • Experience in Source Selections. • Experience in the oversight of program cost, schedule and performance. • Significant RF collections experience

Location: Northern Virginia

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Resiliency Systems Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: As a technical member of a dynamic systems engineering team that informs the Government Program Management Office of the successes and challenges of the SIGINT systems, the candidate should be an experienced SIGINT Systems Engineer, to help us guide new and existing SIGINT programs as they evolve to commercial trends like Agile development, Cloud migration, Automation techniques (AI/ML), and streamlined DevOps deployments to our users in operations. Responsibilities: • Provide end-to-end systems engineering throughout our systems’ lifecycle • Coordinate CONOPS of SIGINT mission planning and scheduling systems • Provide recommendations for modifications and future evolutions • Develop architecture products • Write and translate requirements into Epics/Features based on emerging customer needs • Understand system-to-system interfaces and act as an Integrator • Evaluate system designs and trade-space proposed and implemented by our developers, while working in coordination with the acquisition offices (AOs) • Assess performance using evaluation criteria and technical performance measures • Monitor system and segment schedules, recognize dependencies • Identify risks and opportunities • Facilitate readiness, release planning events, and demonstrations in support of system and acquisition-level sprints and increments • Review Request for Changes (RFCs) and identify impacts, in addition author RFCs for the customer • Support Agile and DevOps automated test and verification (VV&T) • Integrate new systems and initiatives in support of expanded SIGINT mission planning and scheduling capabilities, work directly with our developers and users in operations • Participate in studies looking at the future generation of SIGINT capabilities spanning the next decade

Required Qualifications: • Requires 10 to 12 years with BS/BA or 8 to 10 years with MS/MA or 5 to 7 years with PhD • BS in engineering, physics, or related technical degree • Must possess and be able to maintain an active TS/SCI with Poly • More than 6 years’ experience with space/ground aerospace systems engineering/architecting • Proven communication skills especially with senior (Lt Colonel and above) government officials. • Integration and closure experience within overall customer domain • Willingness to learn new areas • Commitment to recognize, understand, respect, and operate effectively within various SETA, FFRDC, and Government lines of authority

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Familiarity with overall SIGINT ground customer, technical familiarity with mission control and/or processing of one or more SIGINT systems • Ability to work for direct IC customer and familiarity with that customer’s processes and organization • Expertise in mission technical capabilities and system performance analysis and assessment • Experience identifying user needs and gaps, identifying potential solutions, and assessing/analyzing alternatives

Location: Chantilly, VA

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Agile Systems Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: Candidate should be an experienced professional, to help us evaluate and guide future system architectures as they evolve to commercial trends like Agile development, Cloud migration, and streamlined DevOps deployments.  Our Chief Architect team is responsible for coordinating and supporting ground requirements and architectures in the remote sensing domain; supporting enterprise orchestration and strategies for current and future systems; supporting demonstrations and exercises in support of delivered system capabilities and mission closure; generating and presenting engineering briefings; and interfacing with numerous internal and external customers. This position requires an understanding of the intelligence community and customer domain, along with a strong focus on core systems engineering processes in support of end-to-end mission and services closure. Responsibilities: • Focus on trades, capability definition, CONOPS generation, and interaction with Mission Partners • Provide subject matter expertise for IC customer senior leadership and their DoD counterparts regarding future GEOINT, SIGINT and Multi-INT architecture collaboration, orchestration, and delivery of planned mission capabilities (to include supporting IC exercises, conducting assessments of critical joint Air and Space Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) warfighter capabilities, identifying gaps and shortfalls, supporting funding requests and decisions to validate and prioritize joint requirements with mission partners for future acquisition to integrate joint architectures, including edge nodes, Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) • Provide subject matter expertise on Sensor to Shooter (S2S) network interoperability. This includes supporting orchestration strategies and integration of new systems and initiatives in support of expanded GEOINT, SIGINT and Multi-INT mission capabilities • Have the aptitude to assess schedules and risks, supporting IC and DoD exercise events, and may lead projects for systems teamwork, have frequent client interactions, and lead system and mission strategy development across the various ground offices • Have daily interaction with the customer and supporting contractors and will need to follow customer standards and processes as the program matures through the life cycle • Lead technical consultations, IC coordination meetings, and support to recommendation briefings

Required Qualifications: • This position requires an understanding of the intelligence community and customer domain, along with a strong focus on core systems engineering processes in support of end-to-end mission and services closure • Must possess and be able to maintain an active TS/SCI with Poly • BS 10-12 years, MS 8-10 years, PhD 5-7 years • BS in engineering, physics, intelligence, or policy related degree • Integration and closure experience within overall customer domain • Detailed knowledge of customer's mission capabilities (to include GEOINT, SIGINT and Multi-INT domains) and overall space and ground architecture • Experience in enterprise orchestration and collection strategies • Expertise in mission technical capabilities and system performance analysis and assessment • Experience identifying user needs and gaps, identifying potential solutions, and assessing/analyzing alternatives • Experience in supporting Requirements Engineering, CONOPS development, and system integration to accommodate End to End Systems Engineering • Commitment to recognize, understand, respect, and operate effectively within various SETA, FFRDC, and Government lines of authority

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Knowledge of customer's mission capabilities (to include GEOINT, SIGINT, and multi-INT domains) and technical familiarity with mission control and/or processing of one or more GEOINT and/or SIGINT systems, including sensor knowledge • Knowledge of, and experience executing, SAFe Agile methodology

Location: Chantilly, VA

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EDAP C2E Multi-Cloud Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: Candidate should be capable of performing within the Enterprise Data Applications and Platforms (EDAP) group which delivers enterprise solutions for data-centric and service-centric capabilities to empower our customer's most important development, test, and operations activities. Responsibilities: • Oversee the implementation of a multi-cloud solution, including design and architecting activities • Aid in the delivery of Platform-as-a-Service and Data-as-a-Service offerings, which will be made available to the wider Intelligence Community. • Innovate through micro-service design teams including A&A services and API Gateways • Work seamlessly with other government and contractor team members in a challenging work environment • Integrate emergent cloud technologies into existing infrastructure through Agile development • Identify deployment and integration issues with current technology and solving critical vulnerabilities • Collaborate with current platform developer to identify and implement optimal solutions in cloud environments • Ensure future cloud architecture is sufficiently designed to achieve platform technology roadmap

Required Qualifications: • Experience with on-prem and off-prem, as well as hybrid solutions is preferred • Requires 12 to 15 years with BS/BA or 10 to 13 years with MS/MA or 10+ years with Ph.D. • Must possess and be able to maintain an active TS/SCI with Poly • Requires 5+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA), acquisition, and the Intelligence Community • Demonstrated ability to work well with other government and contractors in an intellectually challenging work environment

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Experience with Azure, Oracle, or Google cloud offerings in federal space highly desired • Experience with Confluence and JIRA Atlassian commercial tools • Experience or training with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) agile methodologies • Experience with on-prem and off-prem as well as hybrid cloud offerings

Location: Chantilly, VA

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Radar Systems Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: Candidate should be capable of working with a high performing team providing engineering of RADAR capabilities for Space and Intelligence, as well as serve our decision makers and warfighters by providing Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) across multiple emerging software segments developed and delivered across cloud and on premises. Responsibilities: • Focus on providing engineering and project management of System of System (SoS) software solutions defining Solution Epics, Architectures diagrams, and tracking dependencies • Analyze interfaces and schedules to maximize iterative integration opportunities and verify acceptance criteria via Solution Demonstrations and Enterprise Tests • Facilitate integration focused Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) and frequently brief recommendations to senior Government representatives • Define Agile Solution Epics to ensure interfaces are well defined, CONOPS is fully represented, and data definitions and dependencies are documented to enable development and integration • Analyze Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and Requests for Changes (RFCs), assessing what modifications and enhancements are needed for future capabilities • Create architecture diagrams such as: System View 1 (SV-1) and sequence diagrams to articulate how data flows across multiple software segments to exchange messages and produce Intelligence • Evaluate RADAR data and metadata exchanges across software systems to enable end to end data collection and processing • Plan and orchestrate Informal Integration Windows (IIWs) and Solution Demonstrations to iteratively integrate and conduct early Verification and Validation Support enterprise cross-organization formal System Tests prior to major software deliveries into Operations

Required Qualifications: • 10 to 12 years with BS/BA or 8 to 10 years with MS/MA or 5 to 7 years with Ph.D. • Must Possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI with Poly • Experience with Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) and/or Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) • Knowledge of GEOINT systems, CONOPS, and metadata • Experience with requirements, architecture and interface analysis, Agile integration, and informal/formal testing • Strong representational, oral, and written communications skills; including the ability to produce clear, logical, and concise products • Proven organization and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interface effectively via written and oral forums with personnel at all levels of government

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Location: Chantilly, VA

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CGI Systems Engineer, TS/SCI

Description: As part of an engineering and development team that is leveraging cutting edge processes and technology such as: DevSecOps, Cloud, and Agile, the candidate should be capable of working with a high performing team providing engineering of Commercial capabilities for Space and Intelligence. The candidate should be able to serve decision makers and warfighters by providing Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) across multiple emerging software segments developed and delivered across cloud, and on premises. The candidate will focus on providing engineering and project management of System of System (SoS) solutions across multiple software systems by defining Solution Epics, Architectures diagrams, and dependencies. Furthermore, they should be able to analyze interfaces and schedules to maximize iterative integration opportunities and verify acceptance criteria via Solution Demonstrations and Enterprise Tests. Responsibilities: • Facilitate integration focused Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs) and frequently brief recommendations to senior Government representatives • Define Agile Solution Epics to ensure interfaces are well defined, CONOPS is fully represented, and data definitions and dependencies are documented to enable development and integration • Analyze Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and Application Programmable Interfaces (APIs), assessing what modifications and enhancements are needed for future capabilities • Create architecture diagrams such as: System View 1 (SV-1) and sequence diagrams to articulate how data flows across multiple software segments to exchange messages and produce Intelligence • Evaluate data and metadata exchanges across software systems to enable end to end Commercial data collection and processing • Plan and orchestrate Informal Integration Windows (IIWs) and Solution Demonstrations to iteratively integrate and conduct early Verification and Validation • Support enterprise cross-organization formal System Tests prior to major software deliveries into Operations

Required Qualifications: • BS 10-12, MS 8-10, PhD 5-7 • Must possess the ability to maintain a TS/SCI with Poly • Experience with Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) and/or Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) • Experience with requirements, architecture and interface analysis, Agile integration, and informal/formal testing • Knowledge of SAFe or Agile frameworks. • Strong representational, oral, and written communications skills; including the ability to produce clear, logical, and concise products • Proven organization and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interface effectively via written and oral forums with personnel at all levels of government

Highly Desired Qualifications: • Knowledge of GEOINT systems, CONOPS, and metadata • Experience with Commercial Space programs • Experience or knowledge of cloud services • Experience with commercial Atlassian tools (e.g., Confluence, JIRA)

Location: Chantilly, VA

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Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO), TS

Description: Blue Sky Innovators (BSI) is seeking a Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) to manage our security needs as a growing company, including oversight of construction of a new SCIF. Responsibilities: • Manage personnel, IT and physical security initiatives and provide security support to BSI Staff • Serve as the primary interface with government agencies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements • Oversight of SCIF construction and accreditation to ensure security requirements are addressed and met during construction and accreditation phases • Ensure adherence to applicable laws as well as national, DoD, and other SAP security policies and requirements such as National Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM) • Complete access request processes, prepare for inspections, process visit requests, conduct security briefings, refreshers and debriefings, maintain access rosters, classified mail, and IDS/access management systems and perform other duties as assigned • Develop/conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training materials/events • Provide necessary support to Information Assurance team in the implementation and maintenance of classified information systems accredited under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) • Develop/maintain program Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining necessary waiver/approval records Salary: $100,000-$150,000. Specific compensation will be determined by several factors including experience, education, skills, and knowledge. We also offer medical/dental/vision benefits and 401k contribution.

Required Qualifications: • Active DoD Top Secret Clearance eligibility with current Investigation • Ability to be on-site at the Reston, VA Headquarters full-time • Knowledge of and demonstrated experience with U.S government security standards • Knowledge of NISPOM, SCI, DoD Special Access Program Security materials and other related security materials • Basic understanding of Cyber Security, specifically Risk Management Framework (RMF) • Ability to perform COMSEC duties including inventory and disposition • Experience overseeing SCIF construction and accreditation strongly desired

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Location: Reston, VA

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