Mission Planning Specialist, Mission Delta 3

United States Space Force•Colorado, BR-18 86690-000, BR• Temporary

Posted 6 hours ago• Supply Chain

Compensation

$91,870–$142,022/year

Job Description

Summary

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

03/31/2026 to 04/07/2026

Salary $91,870 - $142,022 per year

Salary is dependent upon duty location, grade, step and locality pay. Equivalent to GS 12/13 Equivalent.

Pay scale & grade NH 3

Location

Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Peterson SFB, Colorado Springs, CO is searching for a Mission Planning Specialist to support Mission Delta 3 (NH-0301-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent).

Description:
The incumbent serves as an Operational Planner and subject matter expert for Space Electromagnetic Warfare (SEW) within the Mission Delta 3 S-3 Operations section. They are responsible for the comprehensive planning, integration, and synchronization of SEW operations to support Combatant Command (CCMD) operational plans and the Mission Delta's strategic vision. The incumbent conceives and defines solutions to highly complex problems, independently planning and carrying out assignments that integrate Total Force mission partners. A primary function is managing operational plans for SEW systems, which includes directing the implementation of policies, evaluating urgent operational needs, and making recommendations on employment and deployment strategies. The employee represents the Mission Delta Commander at high-level briefings and conferences, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships across USSPACECOM, USSF, CFC, System Program Offices, and sister services to ensure mission objectives are met.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. In-depth knowledge of the principles and practices of the space electromagnetic warfare techniques, and procedures to effectively mission plan and integrate electromagnetic warfare missions, including project development, systems employment, emerging capabilities, mission planning for deployments and forward basing modernization and advisory services.

2. Expert knowledge in the application of a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of Space Electromagnetic Warfare program effectiveness and their improvement of complex management processes and systems.

3. Knowledge of Space Electromagnetic Warfare missions, functions, goals, objectives, operations, maintenance, products and services necessary to meet national strategic objectives.

4. Knowledge of Joint Planning Doctrine, electromagnetic weapons systems capabilities, and best practices, and procedures, to include but not limited to Operational Plans, Operational Orders, Operational Emerging Requests, etc.

5. Expert skills in analyzing, organizing, planning, leading, controlling and integrating the efforts of other specialists in developing new concepts and approaches; solve complex electromagnetic warfare system/personnel requirements, developing, defining complex advanced thinking on high-risk programs.

6. Skill to plan, organize, and direct team study work and to negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations. Skills in fact-finding, communication and the development of presentations and reports.

7. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of an organization. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

8. A high degree of skill in public speaking and technical writing is required as well as an advanced knowledge of space electromagnetic warfare weapon systems.

Requirements

Must be a U.S Citizen.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
Safeguards classified or sensitive budget-related information and/or files.
May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and OPM prescribed “Unscheduled Telework”.
This position will close after 5 business days or 75 applications, whichever comes first.
Employee may be required to perform travel by military or commercial passenger aircraft in the performance of temporary duty assignments.
PCS / relocation funding is not authorized.
This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
Subject to Temporary Duty Assignment (TDY): 30 days a year.

The 0301 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here.

Evaluation

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:

Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Required Documents

Resume:You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide:

Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number
Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended
Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information:
- Job title
- Detailed duties and accomplishments
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor's name and phone number
- Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.)
- Hours per week
- Salary, if applicable
Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses

College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.