Job Title
DIRECTOR OF SPACE OPERATIONS
Location
Colorado Springs, CO US (Primary)
Category
Project Management
Job Type
Full-Time
Career Level
Senior Director
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI
Job Description
Ignite is an ISO 9001:2015 and CMMI Services Level 3 certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Huntsville, AL. By design, Ignite is a provider of professional services to customers in educational, federal, and commercial industries and in every action seeks to be the preeminent provider within this business space. Ignite upholds our values of competency, collaboration, innovation, reliability, and results through everything we do.
Ignite is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Space Operations to lead our Ignite portfolio of defense contracts in Colorado Springs. This position plays a crucial role in managing and guiding defense contractors to align with our organization's strategic objectives and operational needs. The Director will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of contractor engagement, from selection and onboarding to performance assessment and strategic alignment.
Job Requirements
Key Responsibilities
1. Portfolio Management and Strategy
• Develop and implement strategies for managing a diverse portfolio of defense contractors.
• Ensure alignment of contractor activities with organizational objectives and defense requirements.
2. Contractor Selection and Onboarding
• Lead the process of selecting defense contractors that meet specific project and operational needs.
• Oversee the onboarding process to ensure contractors are fully integrated into relevant projects and initiatives.
3. Performance Management
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of defense contractors against contractual obligations and organizational goals.
• Implement performance improvement plans and corrective actions as needed.
4. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration
• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, including military leadership, government officials, and defense industry leaders.
• Facilitate collaboration between defense contractors and internal teams to ensure project success and innovation.
5. Budget and Resource Allocation
• Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and financial performance of the contractor portfolio.
• Ensure cost-effective management of contractor resources and alignment with financial objectives.
6. Risk Management and Compliance
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with contractor engagements.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in all contractor-related activities.
7. Strategic Leadership
• Provide strategic leadership to the contractor management team.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in contractor management processes and practices.
8. Communication and Reporting
• Maintain clear and effective communication channels with all stakeholders.
• Generate comprehensive reports on portfolio performance, challenges, and strategic opportunities.
9. Business Development
• Manage inter-company relationships with prime and subcontractors in the Colorado Springs area.
• Capture of prime and subcontracting efforts in the Colorado Springs area.
Qualifications
• Top Secret/SCI Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to the Director role.
• Master's degree in a field applicable to the Director role is preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the defense industry and its regulatory environment.
• Proven ability to strategize, implement, and oversee complex projects.
The salary range for this position is $160,000-$220,000 annually.
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