Data Analyst Specialist II​/III Requisition

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators.

Join us and take your place in space. The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges.

The Acquisition Planning and Decision Analytics (APDA) Department is seeking an Acquisition Data Analyst Specialist to join a diverse, innovative, and highly productive team of acquisition, systems, digital, and data engineering professionals. This growing, geographically distributed department supports a wide range of customers in the National Security, Civil and Commercial, and International Space Communities. APDA applies deep technical acquisition & systems engineering expertise and data-driven capability enablers to improve decision making to form a sound basis for space, ground, and launch system program acquisition lifecycle activities.

Work Model:
This is a full-time position based in El Segundo, CA or Chantilly, VA.

• Collect and aggregate acquisition and systems engineering data to support Program Office and customer technical reviews and activities, and support in-person reviews and meetings as requested
• Research, compile, and validate information on space and launch vehicle systems and launch milestone events entered and maintained in the CAESAR Launch Log and other subdivision capabilities
• Develop and maintain data visualizations for data housed within department/subdivision capabilities
• Research and analyze data and provide analysis of results to support specialized studies and other activities; conduct internal briefings to discuss findings and recommend changes and/or updates
• Manage, update, and maintain subdivision technical data, databases, and processes
• Collect, aggregate, and maintain subdivision business intelligence data and execute processes (e.g., tracking and metrics for projects, deliverables, training) to support decision making, execution, and reporting at subdivision and division reviews

• Minimum Requirements:
  
  Level II: 3 or more years of relevant experience with an Associate degree in a related discipline – or – 5 or more years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Level III: 5 or more years of relevant experience with an Associate degree in a related discipline – or – 7 or more years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Familiarity with USSF and other National Security Space programs
• Familiarity with configuration management practices
• Strong critical decision-making, organizational and time management skills, detail-oriented, and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to be flexible,…