DarkStar Intelligence · 4 months ago
Operations Planner - Task Lead/Senior
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expDarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business committed to advancing national security through mission support and tradecraft development. They are seeking a Senior Operations Planner to lead operational planning, manage deliverables, and provide expertise for Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and space control missions while serving as a liaison with mission partners and government leadership.
Business Information SystemsConsultingGovernmentTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive staff support including task response, document review and development, training plan validation, and SAP policy integration
Serve as SEWS II Task Lead; coordinate with the COR, oversee contractor execution, and ensure compliance with non-personal services limitations
Represent HQ SpOC/S35D in SDA-related meetings; brief leadership, capture action items, and coordinate stakeholder communications
Develop and manage staffing packages, tasker responses, and documentation reviews to support internal and external coordination
Lead and support CFP-FP and ICT activities, including system tracking, briefings, and meeting facilitation
Provide SDA capability updates, readiness inputs, and support planning and transition activities, including OPTs and system reviews
Guide SDA program resourcing through POM/UFR development, fiscal tracking, and coordination with S8 and program offices
Oversee planning and sustainment of advanced SEW capabilities; support SEW fielding, training, and international integration efforts, including basing and partnership development
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI security clearance; SAP eligibility
Minimum of 15 years of experience in operations planning within military, space, or intelligence community environments
At least five (5) years of experience in a leadership role supporting large, joint, or interagency operations
Bachelor's degree required OR an additional four (4) years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
Preferred
PMP or equivalent program/project management certification
Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) or other advanced operational planning training
Experience with SDA and SEW capability integration, sustainment planning, and international partnerships
Demonstrated ability to lead task teams, coordinate with senior stakeholders, and oversee contract execution
Benefits
Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans
Income Protection: Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer contributions
Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and legal services
Paid Leave: Generous PTO, 11 paid federal holidays, and one floating holiday
Legal & Identity Protection: LegalShield and IDShield
Additional Insurance: Whole life, accident, and critical care coverage
Company
DarkStar Intelligence
DarkStar Intelligence provides management services on a contract and fee basis.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chad C.
CEO
Chelsea Pierson
Chief Operating Officer
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