Operations Analysis Specialist 1

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Date: Oct 15, 2024

Location: Cape Canaveral, FL, US, 32925

Company: United Launch Alliance

Requisition ID: 579

Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral 

Relocation: No 

Travel Requirements: None/Infrequent 

 

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

 

Thanks for your interest in United Launch Alliance, the world's most experienced and reliable space launch company! Successfully launching more than 155 consecutive missions with 100% mission success doesn't happen by accident. It's a testament to the commitment and dedication of our team of rocket scientists and support employees combined with the systems and processes we use to pull them together. As a ULA employee, you'll have the opportunity to grow in your career while working in a team-oriented culture that combines technology, innovation, ingenuity and a commitment to the extraordinary. Whether you are in college just launching your career, or, have experience and want to come work with the best rocket team in the world, our unshakable unity yields stronger solutions and better results as we carry out our mission to save lives, explore the universe, and connect the world. Our team is excited to meet you!

Job Overview & Responsibilities

  

  • Plans and administers Launch Operations senior leader meetings, provides customer support for IT, badging, seating and parking for Integrated Operations.  Procedure administrator and liaison between customer, range safety and ULA Operations Engineering.
  • Provides administration of the Launch Operations Test Procedure development process. Using the On-line Rocket Build Inspection and Test System (ORBITS); develops and maintains product structure, workflows and approval cycles, and data integrity. Provides approval coordination and liaison support to internal and external customer users.
  • Provides program management support to various functions throughout the organization.
  • Plans and facilitates various meetings and working groups; develops, distributes, maintains, and provides presentation materials for numerous high level business rhythm meetings and readiness reviews.
  • Provides point-of-contact for customer access to facilities and systems which include badging, safety and compliance training, IT systems and tools, and proprietary information.
  • Supports Customer Program Office with ITAR and Third-Party Proprietary compliance and proper data protection, including foreign national exposure.  Provides local Customer interface for effective communication and working relationship.
  • Coordinates ULA and Customer Integrated Crew Exercises, WDR’s and Launch Day Seating and Parking for ULA Leadership and Customers to ensure proper protocol and communications are accurate to fulfill the operational requirements.

 

Required Education

Bachelor

 

Required Years of Experience

None required

 

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • General understanding of launch operations processes and protocol
  • Previous internship experience working IT applications (SharePoint, COGNOS, SAP, experience are all pluses)
  • Experience with Microsoft Office products (Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Experience working independently and in a team environment
  • Attention to detail and ability to plan work tasks
  • Knowledge of Project Management concepts or tools
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret clearance is required. US citizenship required.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business from an accredited college or university. Ideally, major in one and minor in the other
  • Basic understanding of business reports, invoice reconciliation, cost account practices and service contract language
  • Basic understanding of scientific terminology, units of measure and conversion factors, trend analysis and basic software applications
  • Communication skills (verbal and written; including presentations)
  • Involvement and completion of class projects
  • Ability to communicate status, progress, problems and solutions on daily basis to immediate supervisor and leadership
  • Candidate must be self-motivated with demonstrated initiative, teamwork, and leadership skills on previous class projects
  • Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team

Summary Salary Range (for ULA - Cape Canaveral only):  $50,581.00 - $78,981.00 

 

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay. 

 

What makes ULA different?

Because we understand launch success comes through the collective efforts of a team, we seek the best to join us. We value ethics, ingenuity, diversity and professional development for employees at all levels.

 

We offer our employees competitive pay and benefits including:

  • 401(k) match plus an additional employer contribution
  • Discretionary annual incentive bonus for eligible employees
  • Generous paid time off
  • Flexible work environments

 

Additionally, most salaried ULA team members work a "9/80 schedule," meaning they enjoy every other Friday off.

 

Benefits and work schedules may vary for union-represented hourly positions and are described in the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

 

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

 

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information).

 

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other categories protected by law. 

 

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

 

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted


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