Military

Budget Analyst, SYD 810

Space Systems Command ยท Department of the Air Force
๐Ÿ“ Los Angeles County, California NH-3 $104,349 - $161,313/yr
Posted: Jul 1, 2026 Deadline: Jul 8, 2026 (Closes in 5 days)

About This Position

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Qualifications

The 0501 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.

Major Duties

The United States Space Force (USSF) at Los Angeles Air Force Base, El Segundo CA is searching for an Budget Analyst to support SYD 810 (NH-0501-03, GS 12/13 equivalent). Description: As a financial Management Specialist working with programs, this position requires someone with skills formulating and executing budgets in complex and volatile environments, collaborating with various functions and between echelons to craft frequent responses to Congressional, OSD, and higher headquarters Requests for Information, developing new analyses to proactively identify budgetary risks and opportunities, and maintaining detailed files to inform financial products. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with ambiguity, uncertainty, and innovation and should also be able to balance deep analysis with timely delivery.

A successful candidate will proactively collaborate to produce and maintain financial analyses in advance of requests. The most successful candidates will integrate data from program managers, engineers, contracting, cost, earned value, and other functions into budget products. If you are looking for a budget analyst position that stretches your knowledge, skills, and abilities, this is the place for you.

Ideal Candidate: Exeperience in acquisition financial management, as a budget analyst on various ACAT programs; experience with challenging acquisition programs (e.g., breaches, Congressional notifications, innovative funded solutions, etc.); preferred CDFM-A

How You Will Be Evaluated

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here: Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted.

If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.

Additional Information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.

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How to Apply

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Required Documents

Resume: You must submit a resume that may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts.

You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume exceeds two pages or is illegible/unreadable. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. If the resume you submit contains such information you will not be considered for this vacancy.

Your resume must provide: Personal information - your full name, email and mailing addresses, phone number Education information - the name of the school and the dates you attended Work experience - paid and unpaid work with the following information: Job title Detailed duties and accomplishments Employer's name and address Supervisor's name and phone number Starting and ending dates (If actual dates are not known, provide your best-estimated timeframes.) Hours per week Salary, if applicable Other qualifications - skills, certifications/licenses, honors, awards, special accomplishments, and job-related training courses College Transcripts (if applicable): Please see the Education section of this announcement for detailed information about transcripts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Budget Analyst, SYD 810 position at Space Systems Command?
The salary range for this position is $104,349 - $161,313/yr. This is a NH-3 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the Budget Analyst, SYD 810 job located?
This position is located in Los Angeles County, California. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
The 0501 series does not have an individual occupational requirement that must be met. You can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Jul 8, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Secret clearance is required.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.