IESE Solutions is seeking Operations Research Analysts to support the U.S. Space Forces (USSF) mission of delivering warfighter capability via the Space Systems Command (SSC) directorates. Position is available in Los Angeles AFB, CA.
This program is supporting Government weapon systems program offices with subject matter experts that have a background with the Space-based and/or Ground Systems including Command & Control services. Team members provide systems engineering development and integration expertise in support of various capabilities that protect and defend the Nation's most valuable space assets. Our team is at the forefront of advising and assisting the Government with their architecture and full lifecycle systems engineering processes that enable key systems (e.g., satellites and their associated ground systems, ground-based space systems and their command and control capabilities) to meet warfighter needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide acquisition support for Advanced Space Project acquisition planning and development activities to include, but not limited to, space prototypes, demonstrations, and concept validation.
Provide advice and recommendations for acquisition, procurement and source selection plans and shall develop and oversee requirements to meet program, schedule, contracts and cost constraints.
Recommend contractual structures, terms and conditions and contracts price instructions to best integrate and meet budgetary mandates and reports.
Provide subject matter expertise and support to project baselines, project management plans, memorandums of agreement, requirements traceability plans, project reviews, resource plans and policies implementation plans.
Provide acquisition support for hosted payload acquisition planning and development activities. The support shall establish, coordinate and maintain interface management between cost, schedule, budget, and technical performance while providing direct acquisition support.
Interface between the acquisition organization and program functional areas to include but not limited to interface between the program office and cost, schedule, budget, contracting, technical teams, and other program stakeholders.
Appropriate expertise for providing this support will include possessing skill sets derived from multiple disciplines such as program management, contracting, technical expertise, legal training or experience, price analysis, and budget/cost management.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree is typically required in one of the following fields:
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
- Industrial Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- Economics
- Finance
- Statistics
- Mathematics
- Data Analytics
- Computer Science
- Supply Chain Management
- Management Information Systems (MIS)
Desired Advanced degrees include:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- M.S. in Business Analytics
- M.S. in Operations Management
- M.S. in Data Analytics
- M.S. in Industrial Engineering
- M.S. in Systems Engineering
Active TS/SCI clearance required
Benefits
As a growing small engineering firm, IESE Solutions focuses on people and customers and delivery of uninterrupted high-quality work. Our approach to attracting and retaining highly qualified candidates is to provide an opportunity to help shape the firm's future and a competitive and flexible compensation package consistent with qualifications, security clearance eligibility, and roles. IESE Solutions offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including but are not limited to:
- Company 401K Contribution (no employee contribution required) up to 10% of qualifying salaries
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Company paid Long-term Disability insurance
- Short-term Disability insurance
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Time Off, including Holidays, Vacation
- Flexible Work Hours and supportive/collaborative work environment
- Continuous education sponsorship
- Career opportunities to participate in the next generation space sensing enterprise ground system integration, test and deployment and develop/enhance enduring professional skills and network.
At IESE Solutions, salaries are determined by various factors including location, education, clearance, skills, and experience among others. IESE Solutions considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, security clearance, education/training, and key skills.
IESE Solutions accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
IESE Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a culture of merit, diversity and inclusion.
IESE Solutions El Segundo, California, USA Office
101 Continental Blvd, Suite 880, El Segundo, California, United States, 90245
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