Applied Project Management for Space Systems is the 16th book produced by the US Air Force Academy’s Space Technology Series. The “best-of-the-best” performing project managers have contributed their experience and lessons learned to this project. 48 authors with over 400 years of collective experience in managing space projects have contributed to this book. The purpose of Applied Project Management for Space Systems is to provide inspiration, processes, tools, and information for the project managers that are leading the way in complex space-system design, development, and operation. It augments the superb general project management information and approaches offered by the Project Management Institute and a host of other books. Applied Project Management for Space Systems presents approaches for managing complex space projects, along with information that’s intended to help the aspiring or current project manager move to a higher level of understanding and performance. It’s meant for practitioners as they work through projects, but may also serve as a primary text or reference for graduate-level courses and development programs. Many space-related case studies, samples, and lessons learned are spread throughout the book to supply readers with historical insights to manage and guide current space projects. Table of Contents Ch. 1: Introduction to Applied Project Management for Space Systems Ch. 2: Project Capture Ch. 3: Project Planning Ch. 4: Organizing for Project Management Ch. 5: Managing Project Stakeholders Ch. 6: Project Management Information Systems Ch. 7: Space Systems Engineering Management Ch. 8: Developing and Managing Requirements Ch. 9: Logistics Management Ch. 10: Mission Assurance Ch. 11: Lifecycle Cost Estimating Ch. 12: Budgeting and Budget Strategy Ch. 13: Contract and Acquisition Management Ch. 14: Project Monitoring, Evaluation, and Control Ch. 15: Risk Management Ch. 16: Mission Software Processes and Considerations Ch. 17: Project Leadership and Teamwork Ch. 18: Strategic Communications Ch. 19: Decision Making Ch. 20: Managing Projects Across Cultures Ch. 21: Project Management Maturity Ch. 22: Strategic Issues in Project Management