Mission Director

Auria is looking to hire a Mission Director to support a classified mission operations program for the U.S. Space Force. This early hire contributes space operations domain expertise to training curriculum development and operations concept design ahead of facility activation, then transitions to leading operations crews when the mission operations center becomes operational.

Primary work location is Colorado Springs, CO (hybrid). Travel to Government facilities may be required.

 

• Contribute operations domain expertise to training curriculum development alongside the MOC Manager, helping define training standards, certification requirements, and scenario design.
• Support operations concept development: contribute to crew compositions, shift structures, alert response procedures, and mission execution workflows.
• Develop and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for assigned mission areas, ensuring SOPs support initial operator certification.
• As facility activation approaches, assume Mission Director duties: lead assigned operations crews during mission execution, manage shift handoffs, and serve as the operational decision authority during assigned periods.
• Coordinate with the Government customer on mission requirements, operational tasking, and mission reporting during assigned periods.
• Contribute to operator performance evaluation and certification tracking in support of the MOC Manager.

• Current U.S. Government Top SECRET clearance.
• Experience supporting DoW, U.S. Space Force, USSPACECOM, or Space Systems Command mission operations.
• Familiarity with satellite command and control operations, Space Domain Awareness, or satellite ground system operations.
• Prior experience standing up or transitioning a new operations center from development to operational status.
• CISSP, Security+, or equivalent DoW 8140 certification.

PAY TRANSPARENCY: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $111,906–$175,000

 

 

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.  

Why You’ll Love Working at Auria

We believe our team does their best work when they are well-supported, financially secure, and have the freedom to balance life outside of the office.

Time for What Matters

• Generous & Growing PTO: Start with a substantial paid time off package that increases every year you’re with us.
• True Flexibility: Contract permitting, use Flex Time to work in a way that fits your life, not just your 8-to-5.
• 11 Paid Days Off: Enjoy 6 fixed company holidays plus 5 Floating Holidays to use whenever you choose.

Invested in Your Future

• 401(k) Match—Yours to Keep Instantly: We match up to 4% of your contributions. Both your contributions and the company match are yours from day one with no vesting wait-period.
• Industry-Leading Education Support: Level up with up to $12,000 annually for tuition and certifications. We don't just hire talent; we grow it.

Health & Peace of Mind

• Premium Healthcare, Lower Costs: High-quality medical plans paired with a Company-Sponsored HSA to help you save for the future.
• Fully Covered Life Insurance: Breathe easy with life insurance up to $50K provided at zero cost to you.
• Holistic Support: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial coaching, and more.

...and that’s just the beginning!