SSC Space Data Branch Administrator

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity providing Advisory and Assistance Services as a Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Data Branch Administrator supporting the US Space Force, Space Systems Command, Global Mission Data Dominance (GMDD) branch (USSF SSC SYD 85/BNN). 

The GMDD branch executes activities in support of the alignment of key space data initiatives. The GMDD data portfolio includes critical data federation, networking and transport development activities with significant commercial, Department of War, Intelligence Community and International user data onboarding objectives. 

The mission includes the execution of system acquisition, modernization, and sustainment activities across evolving data architectures, supporting communication systems, sensors, networks, and data systems.

The work 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. Odyssey Systems is looking for high-performing, passionate people ready to make a difference by joining our existing team of dedicated professionals!

Odyssey Systems provides support to the Government in five areas: Product Support, Sustainment Engineering & Sustainment Management, Technical Order Management, Technical User Interface, and System Design, Engineering, and Integration.  These tasks are executed laterally with USSF depot and development contractors and with SDA stakeholders.

This is a full-time position supporting the GMDD Program Management Office in downtown Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities

Branch Administrators operate with broad direction, applying a deep knowledge of administrative processes, procedures, tools and protocol to perform a robust range of administrative tasks, such as; maintaining executive schedules and communication, preparing and reviewing correspondence, tracking and reviewing military and civilian awards, evaluations, and personnel actions, overseeing the administrative operations of a large office or organization, and coordinating large events requiring substantial discretion and attention to protocol.

As an SSC Space Data Branch Administrator, you will perform the full range of administrative support tasks, from basic receptionist and visitor control tasks to the preparation, coordination and publication of a wide variety of documents, graphics, presentations, spreadsheets, schedules, and other administrative products. The Administrator may be responsible for tracking and validating company or client technical or financial information, establishing and maintaining files, preparing reports and monitoring deliverables.  The Administrator may serve as liaison regarding administrative issues related to purchasing, personnel, facilities, and operations. The Administrator may manage supply and travel accounts and documentation. The work requires knowledge of administrative principles, policies, and procedures, and the application of a variety of automated and non-automated tools, forms and templates. Administrators must be able to communicate verbally and non-verbally in a clear, concise and professional manner, exercising the decorum required in a professional work environment. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the Lead System Program Manager’s (SPM) dynamic calendar and travel schedule, interfacing with senior officers/executives from multiple military commands and intelligence agencies, and facilitating communication between the Division and Portfolio leadership and across the team
• Schedule and prioritize meetings/events to maximize the SPM’s time, ensure realistic scheduling, and be able to identify meeting participants, subject matter experts (SMEs) and required materials from the team to thoroughly address meeting topics
• Develop, organize, and setup meetings to include weekly staff meetings, financial and program reviews, execution reviews, and other meetings as needed
• Support the SPM and staff to communicate program issues or concerns, and to request and advocate for executive decisions, intervention, and support
• Arrange travel plans for the SPM using the Defense Travel System, to find and book optimal flights, lodging, and transportation to meet mission requirements
• Assist with preparation of travel vouchers in the Defense Travel System following trips and perform records management and gather/develop all necessary paperwork/documentation
• Draft, review, and edit correspondence to ensure compliance with standards, including Tongue and Quill, Directorate and Division guidance, and templates
• Assist in the reviewing and processing of military awards and decorations, evaluations, military