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$126,711 – $164,729
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 29, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
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. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
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What they ask for
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