Launch-Range Program Analyst, SYD 80

Summary

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Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL is searching for a Launch-Range Program Analyst to support SYD 80E (NH-0343-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent). Description: The US Space Force Portfolio Acquisition Executive - Space Access Team is looking for an expert leader to be the Chief, Launch and Manifest Branch (NH-0343-03) at Cape Canaveral SFS, FL. Reporting directly to the Space Access Division Chief, the Branch Chief leads an experienced team developing the operational launch manifest and payload processing capacity implementation for all USSF and mission partner space vehicle delivery requirements-including critical, emerging Combatant Command capabilities. In this role, you will play a vital part in executing the Space Force Current Launch Schedule Review Board to establish the official launch firing order, shape DAF and USSF launch policy, and influence requirements development for all Space Access missions and units. To be successful in this role, a Guardian will need to be a self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. The role requires guiding experienced teams to build the future Space Force and Mission Partner launch manifest and accelerate the USSF Payload Processing capacity implementation. It requires ability to lead projects, plan and execute assignments independently, anticipate problems, and develop innovative solutions to complex issues. The candidate must be a collaborative team player essential for coordinating with various staff offices, external mission partners, and other USG agencies (NASA, NRO, etc) to achieve consensus and resolve issues. The position demands the ability to analyze, interpret, and solve highly complex problems, often developing new techniques and establishing precedents. The candidate must excel in both written and oral communication, capable of presenting briefings, preparing formal reports, and negotiating complex matters with management and external partners. Ideal Candidate: Background: Working knowledge of the launch manifesting processes from requirements generation, mission planning, to payload manifesting. Familiarity with payload processing facilities/processes. Education: Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field (Desired, not required). Launch Acquisition / Operational Expertise: Expert knowledge of USSF space launch and range operations, particularly in manifesting, payload processing, policy, and technology. Analytical Skills: The ability to design and conduct comprehensive studies on broad and important launch manifesting and contingency areas.

Qualifications and evaluation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

How to apply

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Required documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume must provide: Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: Job title Detailed duties and accomplishments Employer's name and address Supervisor's name and phone number Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) Hours per week Salary, if applicable Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

Additional information

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