Workforce Development Specialist (Science & Engineering)

Space Systems Command Los Angeles, California $ 104,349 – $ 161,313

Contract Closes 21 Oct 2026 · 5 days left

Los Angeles, California $ 104,349 – $ 161,313 Contract Closes 21 Oct 2026

What the job is
The Space Systems Command in Los Angeles needs a Workforce Development Specialist for Science & Engineering. This is a term contract up to 3 years.

What you will do
- Help build and keep a skilled science and engineering team.
- Plan training, mentoring, and career paths.
- Work with managers and staff to find skills gaps and suggest courses.
- Organize workshops and talks on topics like systems engineering, AI, and acquisition.
- Review hiring and promotion paperwork to make sure it matches job needs.
- Support recruiting events and university outreach.
- Mentor junior employees.
- Analyze workforce data to plan future hires and keep key skills.
- Create reports and dashboards for leaders.

What you need
- Experience in workforce planning or training for technical staff.
- Knowledge of science, engineering, or related fields.
- Ability to work with many people and teams.
- Good communication and organizational skills.

What you will get
- A contract job for up to 3 years.
- Competitive salary between $104,349 and $161,313.
- On-site work in Los Angeles.
- Opportunity to shape the science and engineering workforce of the Space Force.