Space Force SFSC · Support

13S Space Operations Officer

Overview

Space Operations Officers oversee policies and planning for space operations. They also manage acquisitions that support space operations.

Core Skills

  • operations management
  • mission planning
  • policy development
  • requirements and acquisition management
  • risk management
  • systems thinking
  • command and control processes
  • briefing and executive communication
  • stakeholder management
  • strategic planning

Civilian Career Paths

  • Project Management
  • IT Management
  • Network Operations
  • Intelligence Analysis

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • DAWIA Certification - Program Management (Level I)

Career Growth

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
  • Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
  • DAWIA Certification - Program Management (Level II/III)

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