CIC Commercial Duty Officer

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems has an exciting new opportunity as a Commercial Integration Cell (CIC) Commercial Duty Officer (CDO) on the Sensor Systems Support (S3) contract supporting the United States Space Force and Space Domain Awareness stakeholder community. This position will support the Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission by providing Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) to the Commercial Integration Cell (CIC) within the Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC) and United States Space Forces Space - Combined Joint Force Space Component (S4S-CJFSC). This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the success of U.S. space superiority by standing watch as part of a 24/7 operations coverage team that is responsible for supporting Commercial Mission Partners (CMP) in normal and contingency operations during competition and crisis environments.

Work is performed at Vandenberg SFB, CA. This is an operations floor position with a dedicated schedule. Telework is not available.

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.

As a CIC Commercial Duty Officer (CDO) , you will play a pivotal role in ensuring continuous safe, secure, and effective operation of satellites, spacecraft, ground stations, and supporting systems of our commercial mission partners. This multifaceted position demands a blend of technical expertise, sharp situational awareness, precise communication skills, and the ability to respond swiftly to unexpected events.

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 Commercial Integration Cell (CIC) enables operational and technology exchange between Space Operators at the CSpOC and commercial satellite owner/operators supporting real-time and near real-time information flow during routine operations and enables rapid, informed response to critical unplanned space events or other activity in and through space to improve SDA.

Responsibilities

An A&AS contractor is a knowledgeable and trusted advisor to the Government. As a CIC CDO you will identify and assess risks and threats to CMP assets and will function as on-shift integrator for U.S. Government support activities. You will also respond to routine messages, maintain awareness of scheduled maneuvers, and succinctly coordinate information regarding unexpected events. Additionally, the CDO will monitor CMP activities and primary system capabilities in order to enhance U.S. space situational awareness. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Analyze anomaly notifications and work collaboratively to diagnose and resolve issues
• Update logs, status boards, and situational awareness tools to keep the team informed
• Document shift activities, major events, and actions taken for post-event analysis and mission review
• Facilitate communication between mission teams, engineering support, external agencies, and higher-level authorities; produce and distribute timely reports, alerts, and status updates
• Coordinate with cybersecurity specialists and network operations centers as needed
• Manage planned and unplanned operational events, such as scheduled maneuvers, payload deployments, launch and recovery phases, or emergency responses
• Conduct comprehensive briefings for incoming watch floor personnel to ensure seamless continuity of operations
• Ensure all operations conform to applicable national and international regulations, organizational policies, and mission rules of engagement
• Provide rapid assessment and action during loss-of-signal events, unplanned reentries, or emergencies affecting crewed missions
• Respond to or help coordinate commercial input for space weather events, orbital debris tracking, and collision avoidance maneuvers
• Travel occasionally at the request of the government
• Other duties as requested by the government and within the scope of the S3 contract

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance, agreeable to polygraph

Education: Associate's or CCAF Degree; Relevant USSF or other Service Technical School Completion

Experience: 3 years of relevant experience, 2 of which in a similar role supporting Department of Defense, industry, or intelligence organizations

Other:

• Fundamental knowledge of orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, collision avoidance procedures, space environmental factors
• Understands basic design and purpose of the Unified Data Library (UDL)
• Working knowledge of CCMD operations, plans, and organizational/directorate functions; experience in a Joint operational environment a plus
• Familiar with satellite communication principles, space domain awareness systems, space-based intelligence collection systems, ground system architecture and operations, and threats to space operations
• Ability to quickly interpret complex data, recognize patterns, and anticipate potential issues
• Strong oral and written communication skills for reporting, briefing, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams
• Effectively adapt to changing operational requirements and prioritize tasks accordingly in a time sensitive environment
• Advanced ability to maintain a high level of situational awareness while synthesizing multiple sources of information
• Highly proficient at operating independently of direct supervision within established procedures, protocols, and guidance
• Ability to travel (up to 10% annually) to participate in training, exercises or wargames as directed
• Comfortable within a rotating operational crew shift structure with diverse professionals

Preferred Qualifications:

Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance, current polygraph

Education: Bachelor's degree in any applicable field; Secondary relevant technical school completion

Experience: 6 years of relevant experience, 4 of which are in a similar role supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence organizations or 2+ years crew operations

Certifications: Advanced technical certifications or coursework in a space-related field; specialized certifications related to space operations, mission assurance, or anomaly response are a plus

Other Qualifications:

• Capable of maintaining composure and clear judgment under pressure, especially during mission-critical scenarios
• Understanding of cyber and physical security procedures, recognition of need to protect sensitive or proprietary commercial information and infrastructure

Additional Information:

Location: Work is performed at Vandenberg SFB, CA; candidates must be willing and able to work rotating operational crew shifts, including nights and weekends

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

On Site: Vandenberg SFB, CA

Telework: The government may allow telework days when not on crew

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Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares , a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Please Note:

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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