Strategic Space Programs Analyst

Saic; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC's Horizon program in El Segundo, California is seeking a Program Analyst to support the Space Forces mission by delivering warfighter capability across Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power portfolios. The role emphasizes acquisition planning, budgeting, and program execution in collaboration with DoD stakeholders.

Responsibilities include advising PMs on acquisition strategies, preparing status reports, drafting program documents, and coordinating governance meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience with the Department of Defense Major Capability Acquisition System process.
• Familiarity with JCIDS and PPBE processes for program planning and budgeting.
• In-scope security background investigation (SCI eligibility) and CE program enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice to Program/Project Managers regarding acquisition strategies, schedules, budgeting and execution.
• Prepare status reports, coordinate staff meetings, and develop acquisition plans and executive briefings.
• Draft program planning and execution documents per DoD DoDI 5000.02 frameworks.
• Assess contractor design/milestone reviews and analyze schedules for mission readiness.
• Coordinate funding requirements, obligations, and monthly financial reports.

Skills

MCA process

JCIDS process

PPBE process

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent

Master’s degree in business management, technical management, and/or engineering

Job description

SAIC's Horizon program in El Segundo, California is seeking a Program Analyst to support the Space Forces mission by delivering warfighter capability across Space Domain Awareness and Combat Power portfolios. The role emphasizes acquisition planning, budgeting, and program execution in collaboration with DoD stakeholders.

Responsibilities include advising PMs on acquisition strategies, preparing status reports, drafting program documents, and coordinating governance meetings.