Launch Program Execution/Payload Processing Lead

Qualis has an immediate opening for a mid-level support position to serve as the Space Development Agency (SDA) Launch Program Execution/Payload Processing Lead. The candidate will provide program management and execution of launch vendor and satellite vendor integration in support of the Support Cell Launch Program Manager. SDA seeks a perceptive, creative leader with the ability to successfully solve challenging problems. The applicant must be confident and have a knack to digest complex ideas to determine the feasibility of success. Position will support SDA launch operations on-site at Vandenberg SFB this is not a remote position and must be at VSFB.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Support the SDA Launch Program Manager

• Retrieve and consolidate vendor-provided integrated master schedules (IMS)
• Coordinate inputs, develop and maintain launch integration schedules
• Identify scheduling conflicts, critical paths, schedule risks and divergences
• Develop internal briefing material as directed by the government team
• Develop external facing products (briefings, emails, etc) with high standard and attention to detail
• Be cognizant of internal developments to inform programmatic and scheduling updates
• Provide general support to the SDA as tasked (coordinate meetings, briefings, etc)
• Support application product managers and coordinate cross-functional teams (i.e. Government, Military, SETA, FFRDC, UARC, & Industry)
• Develop, activate, and maintain hardware processing facilities for optimized hardware processing including the capability of processing parallel campaigns across different bays and locations
• Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with relevant experience
• 3+ years developing integrated master schedules with Microsoft Project, Knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office
• 3+ years Project Management experience
• Hands on proficiency using presentation development tools, principally PowerPoint
• Excellent written and visual communication skills
• Organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize in an environment with limited resources and competing needs
• Experience with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities while working in a high-paced, challenging work environment
• Creative thinking skills
• Ability to be diplomatic with a variety of individuals across the organizational infrastructure
• Ability to manage integration and testing of complex, multidisciplinary assemblies, and systems
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or relevant technical discipline
• Prior experience supporting space system development or the Department of Defense

• Active TS/SCI clearance
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Additional Requirements:

• Ability to pass Air Force background check for Vandenberg
• Work schedule may vary depending on site operational needs, and flexibility is required
• Ability to support and supervise operations outside of normal business hours, when required
• Flight hardware typically is built in tight quarters and physical dexterity is required
• Perform work in an environment with exposure to fumes, odors, and noise using appropriate personal protective equipment
• Physical effort including standing, lifting, and carrying moderately heavy materials or equipment (up to 35 pounds)

Benefits

Qualis Corporation is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.