Space Safari Special Projects Specialist
Honu Services

Los Angeles, California

Posted in Consultancy


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Job Description

Job Title: Space Safari Special Projects Specialist-3724

Job Location: Los Angeles AFB

Job Summary:

Space Safari responds to high-priority, urgent space needs by rapidly acquiring, integrating and executing missions in support of USSPACECOM requirements and other combatant commander needs. These missions are not typically a part of an enduring program of record but respond to high priority needs to deploy space systems quickly to respond to emerging threats.

Position requires support a variety of Space Safari special projects and Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) activities in El Segundo, CA. Duties will include working across the DoD and Intel communities to plan, coordinate and conduct TacRS missions, to include space vehicle, ground, mission planning, integration, launch, logistics and on-orbit operations. Member will support day to day management and activities for Space Safari special projects, including regular interaction with mission partners. Significant coordination with stakeholders, including industry partners, will be required. Member should have a space background working spacecraft buses, payloads/sensors, ground, launch and/or operations. Telework is not permitted.

Job Requirements

Education / Certifications

• Master's degree preferred Astro/aeronautical mechanical systems engineering computer science

Skills / Experience Required

• 20+ years (Large Space Program Acquisition / Systems Engineering / Operations)
• 5 of those 20+ years should be in Operations or Operations support positions
• 15+ years of experience with National Security Space ground, space, and/or launch systems
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively work as a member of larger dynamic teams
• Must be willing to work inside USG facilities

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense (DoD) active security clearance may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and may include lifting thirty (30) pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified NHO (Native Hawaiian Organization) 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.
Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.


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