SDA Acquisition Squadron Administrator

LinQuest has an opportunity supporting the US Space Force mission to defend National Security Interests in Space as an SDA Acquisition Squadron Administrator supporting a squadron of the US Space Force, Space Systems Command, Battlespace Awareness Acquisition Delta.

An active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI is required to be considered for this position.

As an SDA Acquisition Squadron Administrator, you will:

• Manage the Portfolio Lead's 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 team
• Schedule and prioritize meetings/events to maximize the Portfolio Lead's time, ensure realistic scheduling, identify meeting participants, subject matter experts (SMEs) and required materials 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 Portfolio Lead and staff to communicate program issues or concerns, and to request and advocate for executive decisions, intervention, and support
• Arrange travel plans for the Portfolio lead using the Defense Travel System, to find and book optimal flights, lodging, and a 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 correspondence, military, and civilian personnel actions
• Ensure the Portfolio Lead is thoroughly prepared for each scheduled event to include scheduling preparation time, providing read-ahead materials, biographies of participants, subject matter experts, and arranging advanced meetings, as required
• Prepare correspondence, handle information requests, and perform functions such as answering phone calls, organizing, and scheduling meetings/VTCs, arranging conference calls, receiving/escorting visitors, writing meeting minutes as required, making copies, and managing functions such as mail, courier service, records management, etc.
• Track and manage work tasks/action items using AFSPC's Task Management System (TMT)
• Assist security personnel and visitors with security clearance verification, building access, data transfers, processing visit requests, etc., as required
• Other duties as required/requested by the Government and within scope of the contract

Required Skills/Experience:

• 5 years supporting senior personnel in a similar role in a Department of Defense, Missile Defense Agency, or Intelligence organization
• Familiarity with standards and experience preparing and routing correspondence in a Space Force, Air Force, or other DoD organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Strong communications skills (phone, email and in-person)
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively in fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field
• US Citizenship and an active Secret clearance, and be eligible to obtain a DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance

Compensation:

• The salary for this position ranges from approximately $75,000 to $85,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.

Benefits:
LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more! For additional information please visit: https://www.linquest.com/careers/our-benefits

Why LinQuest?
20 years of excellence from concept to capability.
LinQuest is a national security space leader that enables defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility, and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation's competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrate end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force.