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Auria is looking to hire a Task Order Manager to support HADES. This opening requires full-time presence in Kirtland AFB, NM

The Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) Program provides maintenance, sustainment, development, integration, and test support for ground systems supporting experimental mission capabilities at the Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) Support Complex at Kirtland AFB, NM. The program supports existing capabilities and the development, integration, testing, and deployment of capabilities supporting new mission partners and emerging mission requirements within TS/SCI and Special Access Program (SAP) environments.

The Task Order Manager serves as the primary leader responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of assigned task order activities supporting the HADES Program. The Task Order Manager provides day‑to‑day leadership of multidisciplinary teams and is responsible for staffing, schedule execution, risk management, subcontractor coordination, performance monitoring, and stakeholder coordination. Working closely with Government stakeholders, program leadership, and technical teams, the Task Order Manager ensures successful execution of task order requirements while supporting emerging mission needs, onboarding new mission partners, and maintaining continuity of support across complex technical environments.

• US Citizen with Active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI and SAP access.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Business, Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience supporting or managing complex DoD or Federal programs involving sustainment, systems engineering, systems integration, mission support, software development, infrastructure, or related technical activities.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting space, satellite ground systems, command and control, telemetry processing, mission management, or related space enterprise programs.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams supporting engineering, software, infrastructure, cybersecurity, integration, test, or mission support activities.
• Demonstrated experience planning, executing, and tracking technical work activities using schedules, milestones, metrics, and performance reporting.
• Demonstrated experience supporting staffing, workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, retention, and resource allocation activities.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating with Government stakeholders, technical leads, mission partners, subcontractors, and program leadership to support successful execution of program requirements.
• Experience developing staffing, resource, and execution plans supporting emerging requirements, mission onboarding, and evolving mission priorities.
• Demonstrated experience identifying, tracking, and mitigating program risks, issues, and execution challenges.
• Demonstrated experience supporting workforce transitions, knowledge transfer, continuity planning, or organizational growth initiatives.
• Excellent verbal, written, communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Mission-Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting‑edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world.

• Experience supporting U.S. Space Force, Space Systems Command, Combatant Commands, Space Development Agency, National Reconnaissance Office, Missile Defense Agency, or other space‑focused DoD organizations.
• Experience supporting TS/SCI and SAP programs operating across multiple security domains.
• Experience supporting maintenance, sustainment, development, integration, and test activities for satellite ground systems, mission systems, or research and development environments.
• Experience developing or managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS), program metrics, and performance reporting.
• Experience supporting Agile development, DevSecOps, digital engineering, or model‑based engineering environments.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), DAWIA Program Management, Agile, Scrum Master, or equivalent certification.
• Master’s degree in engineering, Systems Engineering, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline.

$118,700 - $154,400

September 30, 2026

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.

• 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.

• 401(k) Match —Yours to Keep Instantly: We match up to 4% of your contributions . B oth 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.

• 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!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.