The Aerospace Corporation · 2 days ago
Project Controls and Coordination Analyst
Goddard SFC, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expThe Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, providing unmatched technical expertise. They are seeking a Project Controls and Coordination Analyst to support NASA’s Artemis Science Implementation Team, focusing on integrated project management and coordination for the Artemis Science campaign.
AerospaceGovernmentInnovation ManagementMilitary
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Coordinate with Artemis Science Team Leads to define task dependencies, milestones, and critical paths, and work with the Project Scheduler to build and maintain integrated schedules for the science campaign
Monitor schedule performance, perform variance analysis, and support replanning efforts as needed
Develop project planning data, including organizational charts, roles and responsibilities, deliverables lists, and delivery schedules that define execution plans for the Artemis Science Team
Assist in developing resource estimates and bases of estimate for defined technical and programmatic tasks
Generate and maintain project guidance documentation, including planning templates, milestone success criteria, and reporting formats
Support the Artemis Science Team in the timely development and delivery of required project documentation
Track technical and schedule progress for science team activities and relevant external program milestones (e.g., Moon-to-Mars milestones)
Prepare agendas for coordination meetings, capture action items, and ensure timely follow-up and closure
Assist in the preparation and execution of project milestone reviews
Develop customer status review packages and internal (Goddard Division/Directorate) status briefings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related STEM discipline
3 or more years of professional experience in project controls, program coordination, systems engineering support, or related roles
Experience supporting complex technical programs, preferably within NASA or other government environments
Familiarity with project planning, scheduling, resource tracking, and documentation management
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience preparing briefings and status reports
Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and manage competing priorities
Willingness to travel occasionally in support of reviews or coordination activities
This position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Preferred
Advanced degree in engineering, science, business, project management, or a related discipline
Proven experience supporting Artemis, lunar science, or human exploration programs
Expertise with NASA project lifecycle processes and milestone reviews
Familiarity working with integrated master schedules (IMS) and variance analysis
Background coordinating across science, engineering, and program management organizations
Experience preparing executive-level status briefings
Interest in growing into a leadership role supporting mission planning and execution
Benefits
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Company
The Aerospace Corporation
As the government’s preeminent space innovation partner, Aerospace brings technical expertise to advance the nation's missions in space.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tanya Pemberton
President & CEO
Ashley Kowalski
Project Leader - International Partnerships
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