Systems Planning & Analysis · 19 hours ago
Launch Systems Analyst III
Cape Canaveral, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expSystems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. The Launch Systems Analyst III provides expert programmatic, technical, and strategic support to Government leadership in launch and launch-support activities, ensuring alignment between mission objectives and organizational priorities.
AnalyticsInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The Level III Launch System Analyst provides senior-level programmatic and analytical leadership in support of launch enterprise activities, strategic planning, and governance
The role supports cradle-to-grave launch and launch-support activities, ensuring alignment between mission objectives, resource constraints, and organizational priorities
The Level III LSA applies deep knowledge of Government program management principles to evaluate complex portfolios, assess execution feasibility, and inform leadership decisions
The Level III LSA develops, reviews, and delivers high-visibility briefings, assessments, white papers, and analytical products for diverse audiences, including senior Government leadership and external mission partners
The analyst conveys complex technical, programmatic, and risk-based information clearly and persuasively, often in large forums or decision-making environments where precision and credibility are critical
This role requires substantive experience performing risk assessments and providing risk management recommendations to program managers and leadership in support of successful mission accomplishment
Evaluates programmatic, technical, schedule, and resource risks; assesses second- and third-order impacts; and recommends mitigation strategies that balance mission urgency, cost, and long-term enterprise health
The Level III LSA establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other Government agencies, mission partners, and interagency stakeholders
The role supports coordination across organizational boundaries and contributes to enterprise-level alignment through participation in interagency working groups, governance forums, and strategic planning activities
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize competing requirements, manage long-term strategic initiatives, and simultaneously address short-term operational obligations
The analyst exercises independent judgment in dynamic environments and adapts priorities as mission needs evolve
In addition to direct analytical responsibilities, the Level III LSA provides guidance, mentorship, and technical direction to Level I and Level II LSAs
The role supports workforce development by reviewing analytical products, advising on best practices, and ensuring consistency, quality, and rigor across launch enterprise analytical efforts
Qualification
Required
Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph within the last 10 years
Master's degree from an accredited institution in engineering, systems engineering, business, management, or a related technical or analytical discipline
Minimum 15 years of relevant experience supporting Government programs
Minimum 8 years of experience supporting NRO programs
Proven working knowledge of Government program management
Demonstrated experience supporting strategic planning and cradle-to-grave launch or launch-support activities
Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver briefings and assessments to senior Government leadership
Substantive experience providing programmatic risk assessments and risk management recommendations
Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with Government agencies and mission partners
Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing requirements and manage long- and short-term obligations
Ability to provide guidance and mentorship to junior analyst
Ability to report to designated work location at Cape Canaveral, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer
Preferred
20+ years of relevant Government or launch enterprise experience
10+ years of experience supporting NRO programs
Experience supporting Office of Space Launch (OSL) programs or governance activities
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience supporting enterprise-level portfolio management or corporate governance boards
Experience supporting executive-level decision forums or interagency strategic initiatives
Company
Systems Planning & Analysis
Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA) is a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insights for critical national security programs.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-10-06Acquired
Leadership Team
Rich Sawchak
Chief Executive Officer
Bruce Phillips
Vice President, Emerging Markets Growth
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