What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Analyst, SSC/FMC position at USSF - Space Systems Command?
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Are you interested in supporting some of the world's most advanced space and missile technologies in one of the most diverse areas in the country? Come join our team here in sunny Southern California at Space Systems Command. We are located in the city of El Segundo, gateway to the beaches. The area offers a multitude of sandy choices, from Santa Monica to Redondo with plenty of things to do in between including hiking trails, breweries, sporting events, museums, piers, theme parks, zoos, and more. There is only 1 place in the world where you can surf and snowboard all in the same day, and it is in Southern California! Space Systems Command is the birthplace of U.S. Space Force's ballistic missile and military space program and is the center of acquisition excellence for acquiring and developing military space systems. Our portfolio includes the Global Positioning System, military satellite communications, defense meteorological satellites, space launch and range systems, satellite control networks, space based infrared systems and space situational awareness capabilities.
Ideal Candidate:
Possess analytical and mathematical abilities. Collect and analyze raw data. Defend findings/cost methods/analysis. Statistical analysis. Ability to apply qualitative techniques and develop, adapt, modify, and apply cost models to solve problems, or define and clarify alternative solutions for management. Ability to effectively communicate results.
Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of a broad range of operations research analysis techniques and possession of analytical abilities.
2. Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions.
3. Skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts.
4. Ability to lead study teams and originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints.
5. Ability to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques, design, build, and use models and simulation techniques.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations.
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Qualifications:
The 1515 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here. In addition to the above requirements, you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 4th section titled Professional and Scientific Positions.Responsibilities:
The United States Space Force (USSF) at LAAFB, El Segundo, CA is searching for a Cost Analyst for Space System Command (NH-1515-03, GS-12/13 Equivalent).Are you interested in supporting some of the world's most advanced space and missile technologies in one of the most diverse areas in the country? Come join our team here in sunny Southern California at Space Systems Command. We are located in the city of El Segundo, gateway to the beaches. The area offers a multitude of sandy choices, from Santa Monica to Redondo with plenty of things to do in between including hiking trails, breweries, sporting events, museums, piers, theme parks, zoos, and more. There is only 1 place in the world where you can surf and snowboard all in the same day, and it is in Southern California! Space Systems Command is the birthplace of U.S. Space Force's ballistic missile and military space program and is the center of acquisition excellence for acquiring and developing military space systems. Our portfolio includes the Global Positioning System, military satellite communications, defense meteorological satellites, space launch and range systems, satellite control networks, space based infrared systems and space situational awareness capabilities.
Ideal Candidate:
Possess analytical and mathematical abilities. Collect and analyze raw data. Defend findings/cost methods/analysis. Statistical analysis. Ability to apply qualitative techniques and develop, adapt, modify, and apply cost models to solve problems, or define and clarify alternative solutions for management. Ability to effectively communicate results.
Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of a broad range of operations research analysis techniques and possession of analytical abilities.
2. Knowledge of quantitative techniques and methods used to develop, adapt, modify and apply models to resolve problems or define and clarify alternative solutions.
3. Skill to negotiate and/or defend findings and program support concepts.
4. Ability to lead study teams and originate new ideas, projects, and methodologies; and execute projects and/or studies within established financial and/or time constraints.
5. Ability to develop and utilize appropriate data collection techniques, design, build, and use models and simulation techniques.
6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; negotiate complex issues; and maintain good working relations.
Salary : $104,349