Launch Systems Analyst

VTG is looking for multiple Launch Systems Analysts in Los Angeles, CA, and Colorado Springs, CO.

• Draft technical evaluations, briefings, analysis, and reports required to effect program execution. LSAs collect, analyze, evaluate data, and make recommendations based on results.
• Develop processes to determine the effectiveness of current activities, examine problem areas, and develop solutions. Analyze and develop new requirements, plans, and alternative solutions to support OSL enterprise.
• Support development of contract, ECP, Task Order requirements packages.
• Support the development of strategies to procure launch services.
• Verify that recommended portfolio plans are executable within the OSL resource constraints.
• Track, review, and assess contract and CDRL deliverables.
• Formulate strategies, processes, and products to support overall business strategies in conjunction with functional users and the government.
• Develop and maintain briefings and data submissions supporting OSL equities as part of NRO corporate governance.
• Draft and review documentation concerning Launch Enterprise Portfolio and OSL Corporate Governance.
• Develop agreements with external agencies or mission partners.
• Develop, review, and coordinate documentation, communication, processes, and tools to support COTRs, Portfolio Managers, and division chiefs across the Launch Enterprise.
• Provide leadership, develop documentation, and offer programmatic support in areas such as program/project planning, mission readiness, milestones, project execution, performance monitoring, and risk management.
• Maintain knowledge of processes and tools used to manage requirements and implementation, including strategies and roadmaps.
• Assess impacts from broad programmatic concepts to specialized mission requirements.
• Assist in developing and recommending strategic and innovative approaches to technical problems, considering various analytical factors.
• Originate briefings, papers, and summary reports on all areas of space launch.
• Support matrix/staff offices to increase OSL program office goals.

Position requires a current and active TS/SCI with Poly; years of experience can be substituted as follows:

The LSA-I position is entry-level, requiring some knowledge of government program management. LSA-I will develop briefings and assessments for various government customers and audiences, conveying information clearly. They will support cradle-to-grave launch enterprise activities. Qualifications include:

• General knowledge of NRO policy and procedures
• General understanding of OSL policy and procedures
• Program/Contract management experience and familiarity with federal government contracting, budgeting, and financial processes (Desired:
  Program/Contract management experience and familiarity with IC/NRO/SF contracting, budgeting, and financial processes)

The Level-II LSA is an intermediate professional with proven government program management knowledge. They will develop briefings and assessments for diverse audiences, supporting strategic planning and cradle-to-grave launch activities. Qualifications include all LSA-I qualifications plus:

• Extensive knowledge of NRO policy and procedures (Desired: thorough understanding of OSL policy and procedures)
• Program/Contract management experience with NRO/SF contracts, budgeting, and financial processes (Desired: experience with OSL contracts, budgeting, and financial processes)
• Ability to recommend optimal paths for NRO and OSL based on experience

The Level-III LSA is a senior professional with proven government program management expertise. They will develop briefings and assessments for all levels of government leadership, supporting strategic planning and end-to-end launch activities. Qualifications include all previous levels plus:

• Ability to establish effective relationships with government agencies and partners
• Experience providing risk assessments and management recommendations
• Ability to deliver complex briefings to large audiences, including decision-makers
• Skill in prioritizing tasks and managing long-term and short-term obligations
• Ability to guide Level-I and II LSAs

Pay Range:
Estimated starting at $150,000 - $210,000 annually, depending on experience, education, skill level, and market factors. VTG may adjust offers based on contractual requirements.