Senior Space Programs Manager & Analyst

SAIC; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC's Horizon program in El Segundo, California seeks a Manager, Program Analyst to support DoD space systems acquisitions and program management. You will lead a team of PM professionals, advise government managers on budgets, schedules, and contracts, and deliver executive-level briefings to ensure mission readiness.

The role requires extensive DoD experience, TS/SCI suitability with poly, and a PMP or equivalent certification. This is an on-site position with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business management or engineering; 15+ years in DoD weapon systems acquisitions and program management or business management within the DoD.
• Experience with MCA/ JCIDS / PPBE processes; strong acquisition background.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of project management professionals across a large space portfolio.
• Provide acquisition strategy and program guidance to government program managers; manage schedules and budgets.
• Prepare and coordinate monthly status reports and executive program briefings.
• Draft and coordinate program planning and execution documents per DoDI 5000.02 and related policies.
• Provide programmatic assessments of contractor baselines and schedules; analyze risks and funding.

Skills

Project management

DoD knowledge

Government liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in business management or engineering

Job description

SAIC's Horizon program in El Segundo, California seeks a Manager, Program Analyst to support DoD space systems acquisitions and program management. You will lead a team of PM professionals, advise government managers on budgets, schedules, and contracts, and deliver executive-level briefings to ensure mission readiness.

The role requires extensive DoD experience, TS/SCI suitability with poly, and a PMP or equivalent certification. This is an on-site position with travel as needed.