# Chief of Plans

Hiring organization: [Space Systems Command](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/space-systems-command)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/aac7183f-1940-4368-bf42-3fed2673d033

Listed on Space Systems Command's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Management
- Location: Patrick Afb, FL
- Salary: 126711 – 164729 USD per year

## Summary

This is a leadership role overseeing strategic planning and external relations for a Space Force launch facility, suited to an experienced manager who understands space operations and can coordinate across military, government, and commercial partners.

_Our summary, not Space Systems Command's wording._

## Skills named

Program Management, Strategic Planning

## Required

- Lead and manage a plans team
- Interface with federal, state, and local government agencies
- Oversee legislative liaison and international affairs functions
- Manage base and range-level agreements
- Deep knowledge of space launch missions and Eastern Range operations
- Strong program management skills in strategic planning
- Ability to organize work and set priorities
- Sound judgment in evaluating outcomes and resolving complex issues
- Professional communication and briefing skills to senior officials
- Customer and external relations expertise
- Ability to build coalitions and negotiate with diverse agencies

## Nice to have

- Knowledge of Department of Defense organizational structures
- Familiarity with DoD launch range and commercial space policy
- Experience with base/range-level agreement development

Apply on Space Systems Command's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/890671300