Senior FM/Budget Analyst - Space Program Management
About The Position
Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking a Space Program Management Specialist to support the Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition and Integration (SAF/SQ). This role involves providing program management support for Department of the Air Force space acquisition programs and initiatives, assisting in planning, coordinating, and executing program activities to ensure successful delivery of space capabilities. The specialist will collaborate with SAF/SQ leadership, program executive offices, Space Systems Command, and other stakeholders to support program planning, performance tracking, and acquisition execution, ensuring alignment with DoD and Department of the Air Force acquisition policies, schedules, and mission priorities.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret security clearance preferred, with SCI eligibility
- Experience supporting space acquisition programs or program management activities in a DoW, Air Force, or Space Force environment.
- Knowledge of DoW acquisition processes, program life cycle management, and defense acquisition policies
- Familiarity with space systems, satellite programs, and national security space missions
- Experience tracking program cost, schedule, and performance metrics
- Ability to support development of program plans, reports, and executive-level briefings
- Experience coordinating with program management offices, engineering teams, and acquisition stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple program activities in a complex and fast-paced environment
- Bachelor's degree in financial management, Business Administration or related field
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in business administration (MBA), or Program Management
- Defense Acquisition Workforce Certification (DAWIA / DAWIA-equivalent) in Program Management or Systems Engineering
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
- Program management or acquisition-related certifications relevant to DoD space acquisition programs
Responsibilities
- Provide program management support for space acquisition programs and initiatives within SAF/SQ
- Assist in the development and coordination of program plans, schedules, and execution strategies supporting space capability development
- Monitor and track program cost, schedule, and performance metrics to support effective program oversight
- Support preparation of program reviews, status reports, and executive briefings for Department of the Air Force leadership
- Coordinate with program offices, engineering teams, contracting organizations, and financial management staff to ensure integrated program execution
- Assist with the development and maintenance of program documentation, including risk registers, schedules, and performance reports
- Support planning and execution of acquisition milestones, program reviews, and decision events
- Track and manage action items, taskers, and program deliverables across multiple stakeholders
- Analyze program performance data and provide recommendations to improve program execution and efficiency
- Ensure compliance with DoW and Department of the Air Force acquisition policies, procedures, and reporting requirements
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid federal holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
