Business Operations Analyst

Company: Peraton
Location: Las Cruces
Posted on: March 27, 2020

Job Description:

Peraton is seeking a Business Operations Analyst at the White Sands Complex (WSC) near Las Cruces, New Mexico to support new and existing NASA Space Network projects.  The selected candidate will be responsible for the supporting scheduling and financial management for assigned programs. This role also supports the administrative/operational aspects of ongoing projects within the program guidelines set by the Program Manager and customer. Peraton is the prime contractor for NASA at the White Sands Complex (WSC) near Las Cruces, New Mexico. Operating here are two functionally identical satellite ground terminals: The White Sands Ground Terminal, and the Second TDRSS Ground Terminal. These ground terminals ensure uninterrupted communications between various ground stations, NASA’s orbiting fleet of Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS), customer spacecraft (satellites), and the computer systems that support such spacecraft. WSC serves as an interface for distributing satellite data to control centers and scientists who then use the daily influx of data to expand our ever-growing knowledge of the Earth and the universe. What you’ll do… Updates project schedules and budgets and prepares status reports. Supports mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and customers. Supports risk analysis. May conduct performance/project analyses during phase-down to benefit future/other projects, missions, and programs. Occasional business travel may be required. Performs other duties as assigned. You’d be a great fit if you have… A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in finance, accounting, economics, business management or related technical field. Prior experience in budgeting and financial analysis. Prior experience with schedule management. 2+ years of experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project The ability to obtain a secret security clearance. It’d be even better if you have… A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in finance, accounting, economics, business management or related technical field. Prior experience in budgeting and financial analysis. Prior experience with schedule management. 2+ years of experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and MS Project The ability to obtain a secret security clearance. What you’ll get... An immediately-vested 401(K) with employer matching Rapid PTO accrual schedule with floating holidays Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Tuition assistance, financing, and refinancing Paid maternity and paternity leave Company-paid infertility treatments Cross-training and professional development opportunities The ability to influence major initiatives SECURITY CLEARANCE This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.  In order to obtain a clearance you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

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