Radiance Technologies

Space Operations Lead

Radiance Technologies$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Experience in space operations, space control, SATCOM, or similar missions.
  • Proven background in training coordination or execution.
  • Hands-on experience with operational planning and exercises.
  • Strong communication skills for technical information preparation and briefings.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical reporting.
  • Familiarity with Army Space or U.S. Space Force operations.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, and assess training on operational space systems.
  • Support mission planning and execution of space control operations.
  • Conduct evaluations and provide recommendations for performance improvement.
  • Coordinate necessary resources for training and evaluations.
  • Maintain training and certification baselines for crews and systems.
  • Support operational Test and Evaluation activities in planning and execution.
  • Develop and maintain operational documentation and training materials.

Benefits

  • Collaborative working environment within the Radiance Space Group.
  • Opportunities for professional development in a key defense sector.
  • Engagement with senior military and government decision-makers.
  • Participation in mission-critical support for U.S. Army operations.
  • Access to cutting-edge space operations technologies and projects.
Full Job Description

Radiance Technologies is seeking a Space Operations Lead to provide on-site operational, training, and technical support to U.S. Army Space missions and other Department of Defense space organizations. The successful candidate will join the Radiance Space Group and provide mission-critical support to the warfighter across current and emerging space operations requirements.

Under Government oversight, the Space Operations Lead will support activities associated with space control operations and capabilities, terrestrial-based space systems, operational planning, training and certification, exercises, and Test and Evaluation (T&E). The position will support the development and maintenance of schedules, checklists, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training products, and mission and policy documentation. The Space Operations Lead will also provide planning and technical expertise in support of exercises and real-world operations, contribute to current and future space control projects, and provide recommendations to Government and Radiance leadership.

The anticipated compensation for the position is $100,000 -$130,000 based on a full-time schedule. Your compensation will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and education.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, coordinate, execute, and assess individual and collective training on operational space systems in accordance with applicable standards and mission requirements.
  • Support space control operations, mission planning, exercises, training events, and real-world operational requirements.
  • Conduct evaluations, capture performance trends and lessons learned, and provide data-driven recommendations to improve operational capability and readiness.
  • Coordinate instructors, facilities, equipment, systems, and support personnel to facilitate scheduled training, evaluations, and certifications.
  • Support crew and system allocation for training exercises and maintain training and certification baselines.
  • Support operational Test and Evaluation activities, including planning, execution, data collection, analysis, and documentation of findings.
  • Develop and maintain schedules, checklists, SOPs, training materials, operational documentation, and other technical products.
  • Support exercise planning and execution across Army, joint, and other Department of Defense space organizations.
  • Provide technical and operational input for current and emerging space operations projects and capabilities.
  • Prepare technical reports, briefings, and recommendations for Government and company leadership.
  • Coordinate effectively with military, Government civilian, contractor, and industry partners in support of mission requirements.

Required Experience

  • Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Experience supporting space operations, space control, SATCOM, or related operational missions.
  • Experience planning, coordinating, or executing training and readiness activities.
  • Experience supporting operational planning, exercises, evaluations, or mission execution.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing and delivering technical information and leadership briefings.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and technical reporting.

Desired Qualifications

  • Operational Test and Evaluation experience or knowledge.
  • Experience with tactical SATCOM, space control, Electronic Support (ES), Electronic Attack (EA), or related mission areas.
  • Experience planning and executing individual and collective training, certifications, and exercises.
  • Experience evaluating prototype or emerging capabilities and providing operator feedback.
  • Experience briefing senior military, Government, or organizational decision-makers.
  • Leadership or managerial experience.
  • Experience developing, maintaining, and assessing policies, procedures, SOPs, training products, or operational documentation.
  • Familiarity with Army Space and/or U.S. Space Force organizations, missions, and operational environments.
  • Bachelor's degree or five years of relevant space operations/space control experience in lieu of a degree.

About Radiance Technologies

Radiance Technologies is a defense contractor that provides systems engineering, technology development, and operational support services to the Department of Defense, intelligence community, and other government agencies. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama. Radiance Technologies has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States by Inc. Magazine and has received numerous awards for its work in the defense industry.
Learn more about Radiance Technologies
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$300 million

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