Space Control Architect (DC Metro, hybrid)

Innovative Technologies Corporation (ITC) is seeking an experienced Space Control Architect in the DC Metropolitan Area to support a proposal we are bidding on. We estimate the award will be made in August/September 2026. The Space Control Architect (SMTS II) is providing architectural and technical expertise to SAF/SQ on Space Control and Space Command and Control (C2) systems within the National Security Space enterprise. The position develops and evaluates architectures for Space Situational Awareness, Defensive and Offensive Space Control, and Space C2; maintains insight into associated programs, ground infrastructure, and C2 systems; and assesses impacts to capability goals to inform policy, planning, programming, and operational guidance. The role contributes the SPC and C2 portfolio to the DSCPA IPT and DSCP SPC Team, supports authoring and coordination of Issue Papers, and provides planning and program assessment support, including acquisition analysis and POM/IPOM and budget documentation. Required Clearance Level: TS//SCI. Required Qualifications · Master’s degree in technical field required. · 5+ years experience in an Engineering, Scientific, Analysis, Policy or Planning field related to Defense Space · 10+ years experience in or directly supporting DoD or NRO space operations, policy or acquisition. · Demonstrated understanding of Space enterprise to include DoD requirements, acquisition, and budgeting processes and applicable National Security Space (NSS) guidance and policy. · Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, lead and execute studies or projects · Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, oral presentation executive writing and documentation skills. · 5+ years experience supporting OSD, Service HQ or DoD Agency staffs. · Understanding of the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) and architecting processes. · 7+ years experience in or directly supporting Space C2 operations, policy or acquisition. · Comprehensive understanding of current and planned Space C2 programs and system capabilities. · Expertise in oral and written English communications skills. · Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office environment is essential (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint). Desired Qualifications · Recent work experience in space control mission area. · Work experience with DoD requirements and architecture processes. · Work experience with DoD Test and Evaluation community and processes. Key Responsibilities · Contribute the SPC and C2 portion to the Defense Space Council Program Assessment (DSCPA), Integrated Product Team (IPT), and the Defense Space Council Plan (DSCP) SPC Team; support authoring and coordination of Issue Papers for SPC & C2. · Provide technical support to SAF/SQ in the areas of planning (data collection, plans assessment, analysis and study reviews, acquisition program support, and document preparation) and program assessment (budget database, POM/IPOM, assessment and documentation preparation) within National Security Space (specifically with respect to SPC & C2). · Develop architecture solutions for Space Control Enterprise, including Space Situational Awareness, Defensive Space Control, Offensive Space Control and Space Command and Control systems. · Maintain insight of Space Control programs, associated ground infrastructures and related command and control systems. · Assess and evaluate Space Control programs, architecture implementations, command and control systems for impacts to achieving capability goals and priorities. · Develop actionable solutions across the full range of Space Control issues to assist Defense and Intelligence leaders in determining appropriate policy, planning, programming and operational guidance. · Support Policy, Strategy, and Plan Development for the Space Control Mission Area. About ITC Innovative Technologies Corporation (ITC) offers challenging but rewarding opportunities for those who want to provide a great experience for the customer and strive to reach their professional goals. As a member of ITC, you will be working alongside people providing innovative solutions to our government customers. Our success is built on integrity, loyalty, and trust. ITC has a commitment to provide the right people for the job, right when they are needed. Compensation & Benefits The Salary for this contingent hire position is negotiable based on experience and includes medical/dental/vision benefits, 15 days PTO and 7 days sick time; other benefits available. This is a contingent position for a proposal we are bidding on (published 13 Feb 2026). Key Words Space Control Architect; SPC C2 SME, SAF/SQ, Pentagon, National Security Space, DoD, TS/SCI, space, control, sme, spc, architect Pay: $100,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): As this is a senior-level Key Personnel role, please provide your expected annual salary range. Responses without a stated range may not be considered. Education: Master's (Required) Experience: HQ-level (OSD, J-Staff, Service Staff, MAJCOM, COCOM, etc.): 10 years (Required) Major Space Program: 10 years (Required) space sys eng, Space Control or Space C2 architectures: 10 years (Required) Security clearance: Top Secret (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pentagon, DC 20050