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UKSPACECOM CAP SO2 OPS DEL 1

Vacancy summary

Royal Air Force
2123289
OF-3 - Lt Cdr - Maj - Sqn Ldr
Squadron Leader

15/08/2022, 23:55 

October 2022
3 Years
Royal Air Force
Air Operations
Any
Space Command, RAF High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
United Kingdom
FTRS - Full Commitment

Vacancy detail

A vacancy has arisen for a OF3 Sqn Ldr (Air Ops) to serve as SO2 Space Cap C2 Del at RAF High Wycombe on Full Time Reserve Service (Full Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date not before 7 October 2022. 

The position role will be to lead an assigned Defence Space Portfolio (DSP) project and associated teams, delivering rapid technological solutions to the frontline, whilst assisting with the development and delivery of Space C2 capabilities including delivery of the National Space Operations Centre for UK Space Command. 

Responsibilities include the following: 

  • Lead projects to deliver the UK National Space Operations Centre (SpOC) under Programme ASTERIA. 
  • Manage and control projects as required, including SpOC enhancements focussed on information, software and data fusion. 
  • Engage with operational community to ensure software delivered continues to meet evolving user needs particularly when utilising Agile methodology. 
  • Provide additional delivery support to future SpOC capabilities/third party applications capable of integrating with the AURORA software. 
  • Work with UKSA, DE&S, Dstl and other supporting organisations, as well as the operational community, Space Directorate, Air and Space Warfare Centre to deliver a coherent capability. 
  • Manage Project AURORA including cross-DLoD engagement, risk management and preparing business cases for approvals/scrutiny. 
  • Support CSpO Capabilities and Architectures Working Group (CAWG) activity and liaise with the US Space Enterprise. 
  • Support wider conceptual development, including wargaming, support to exercises, trials, C2 integration, allied/partner integration and commenting on doctrine and policy drafts. 
  • As a desk officer, be responsible to the Programme Manager for all specified project related functions and materials. 
  • Provide subject matter expertise to the UK Space Cmd leadership on how the assigned project should evolve to meet Defence’s requirements. 
  • Prepare and present staff work, as directed by SO1Space Del. 
  • Work with the Space Science and Technology team, and the innovation community, to set prioritised project goals in order to meet identified operational needs.
  • Must either have been, or currently be, a Sqn Ldr (Air Ops). 
  • NSV DV STRAP.
  • Demonstrated interest in space capabilities required – could include relevant academic background.

  • APM Project Management Qualification (APM PMQ). 
  • Agile PM Practitioner / SCRUM Master or equivalent, Cranfield University CAPAC (Defence Academy). 
  • Capability management experience preferable. Must be technically literate and numerate. 
  • Technical CIS related skills education and or background desirable but not essential.

  • Operational or staff experience in Space Command or Space Directorate. 
  • Previous experience and/or the ability to learn Agile programme management and governance will be highly advantageous 

Training: 

Attendance on the following courses to be completed within 3 months of assumption:   

  • Foundation Space Operations Courses (FSOC), delivered through DLE 
  • Financial Skills Certificate, delivered through DLE 

Attendance on the following courses to be completed within 6 months of assumption: 

  • Capability and Acquisition (CAPAC) Fundamentals Course, delivered through DLE 
  • Commercial Awareness for Non Commercial Officers, delivered through DLE 
  • Project Delivery Courses including Agile, delivered through ILX 

Attendance on the following courses to be completed within 12 months of assumption: 

  • Intermediate and Advanced Space Operations Courses (I/ASOC) delivered at Air and Space Warfare School, RAF Cranwell.

Selection Process.  A Selection Board will carry out a rigorous selection process for this post, based principally on an applicant’s last 4 appraisal reports as required.  Enquiries concerning this vacancy should be made to: 

Name: Sqn Ldr J Brown

Jonathan.brown893@mod.gov.uk 

Applications.  Candidate applications, with a maximum 2-page CV (to include copies of last 4 appraisal reports as required) should be sent to: 

Name: Wg Cdr Becky Collis

SO1 Space Del

Rebecca.collis908@mod.gov.uk 

The closing date for applications is 15 August 2022. Interviews will take place once sift has been completed.

Unless already enlisted in the Reserve Air Forces the successful applicant will be required to be enlisted in the Royal Air Force Reserves with a liability for call-out for permanent service. 

The appointment is on Full Time Reserve Service (Full Commitment) TCoS in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 7 Part 1 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period of 3 years. 

Confirmation of appointment will depend on successful completion of a RAF Medical Board. Personnel who do not meet the Age/Permanent Joint Medical Employment Standard (PJMES) may apply for the appointment but will only be considered subject to an executive waiver process on a case-by-case basis. 

Regular Service Applicants.  Personnel currently serving in the Regular Royal Air Force should be mindful of the current Early Termination Minimum Waiting Time (MWT) for their respective Rank, Profession and ensure this MWT is compatible with the post sponsor’s proposed start date, prior to applying. 

Ex-service candidates who have been administratively discharged through the QR1027 process will have their applications rejected as they are not eligible to join the RAF Reserves in accordance with AP 3391 (Vol 3, Lft 207, Annex L, Para 1a). 

Pension Issues.  Personnel who qualify for a service pension should take financial advice from Defence Business Services (DBS) Pensions Department on the effect that undertaking reserve service has on their pension (details can be found on the JPA splash screen). Additional guidance can also be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pensions-and-compensation-for-veterans and MMP116 - Re-employment. Of particular note is reference to the ‘Effect of Re-employment’ on Commutation and, for those leaving on a ‘preserved’ pension, the Resettlement Grant. 

Transition between TCoS.  Personnel taking this appointment from other TCoS should consider the impact on any accrued entitlements, such as leave, resettlement etc and should seek specialist guidance where required as certain entitlements are TCoS specific and may not be retained or transferred on transition between TCoS.  

Flexible Working Arrangements. In accordance with the Flexible Working (FW) Policy, Reserve personnel can request FW arrangements with their line manager.  Any immediate FW requirements should be agreed with the line management at the interview stage. 

Individual Reinforcement Training (IRT) (Module 1) and RAF Fitness Test (RAFFT).  Reserve personnel are required to maintain currency in IRT and the RAFFT iaw the relevant TCoS.  The successful applicant will be expected to undertake IRT and the RAFFT within 6 months of commencing employment (if required). 

Annual Salary and Leave.  Pay will be in accordance with the pay scales published for the reserve air forces.  Leave entitlement is detailed in JSP 760

Accommodation

Personnel serving on FTRS(FC) TCoS are entitled to Single Living Accommodation (SLA) and Service Families Accommodation (SFA) as per Regular entitlements.

This opportunity is closed to applications.