Space Launch Project

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Task 1: Space-X Falcon Heavy Rocket The project covers the stages from the point of establishing the need of a satellite to the stage at which the satellite is launched.
Start Date: 1/6/23 The date is selected as it provides a narrow time gap for preparation fo materials needed in conducting the first project activity.
Work Breakdown Structure
1. Establishing the need for space exploration.
2. Create a space exploration workfoce/team.
3. Develop a space exploration plan.
4. Conduct Research.
5. Vetting of the plan and authrization from Space-X senior management.
6. Implementation of the plan starting from preparation for the launch.
7. Assessment of launch standards by authorities
8. Sending of the satellite to space.
Tasks and Deliverables
1. Establishing the need for space exploration.
1.1 Determine factors that influence space exploration.
1.2 Determine importance of space exploration.
1.3 Determine the expected goals of space exploration.
1.4 Determine processes involved in space exploration.
1.5 Determine past exploration achievements and challenges.
2. Create a space exploration workfoce/team.
2.1 Recruitment of the taskforce members.
2.2 Vet candidates based on the expected merits.
2.3 Train members of the team on expected responsibilities.
3. Develop a space exploration plan.
3.1 Determine plan variables
3.2 Prepare a draft of the exploration plan.
3.3 Appraise implementation alternatives
3.4 Refine exploration plan incorporating most crucial elements.
4. Conduct Research.
4.1 Assemble study materials.
4.2 Create a research design based on the intended goals.
4.3 Conduct a study on space exploration.
5. Vetting of the plan and authorization from Space-X senior management.
5.1 Prepare a report on the research findings.
5.2 Make presentations to senior management on the launch
5.3 Make ammendments on the plan based on proposals.
5.4 Present final plan to regulatory authorities for approvals.
6. Implementation of the plan starting from preparation for the launch.
6.1 Prepare for launch.
6.2 Assess the Space-X Falcon Heavy Rocket to verify specs.
6.3 Develop a Gantt Chart to use in implementation of the plan
7. Assessment of launch standards by authorities
7.1 Present launch proposal plan to authorities.
7.2 Vetting of the launch proposal by authorities.
7.3 Approval of the launch plan by regulatory authorities.
8. Sending of the satellite to space.
8.1 Set date for the official launch of the satellite to space.
8.2 Actual launch of the Space-X Falcon Heavy Rocket.
Project Schedule Notes Section
Activity Timeline Resource
1. Establish the need for space exploration. 60 days Project manager The activity will take 60 days to allow the company collect enough data.
2. Create a space exploration taskforce/team. 30 days Lag time Project manager 30 Days will be sufficient to acquire the most suitable talents for the space exploration.
3. Develop a space exploration plan. 90 days Project team The activity needs 30 days to allow team members consult and do due diligence on the plan.
4. Conduct research 90 days R&D Manager Research is a lengthy process that involves collecting and processing data thus need 90 days.
5. Vetting of the plan and authorization by senior mgt. 30 days Finance Manager 30 days are sufficient to present the plan to senior management and give time for response.
6. Implementation of the plan 180 days Project team members Implementing the plan involves a series of steps thus a need for 180 days.
7. Assessment of launch standards by authorities. 30 days Lead time Compliance officer This activity involves approvals from more than three offices thus a need for 30 days.
8. Sending of satellite to space. 18th month Satellite expert This is the last activity in the project and shall be conducted within a day.
Project Milestones
Phase 1 Preliminary stage (acquistion and organizing materials).
Phase 2 Planning stage (drafting and polishing of final plan).
Phase 3 Implementation (assessment and launching of the final plan).
Resource sheet Notes section
Human Resource Wage rate Days/wk Labor cost
Project Manager $20 per day 350 $7,000
Project team member $10 per day, 10 me 300 $30,000
Finance manager $30 per week 20 $600 The resource was selected in ensuring there is appropriate use of financial resources.
R&D Manager $30 per week 15 $450 The resource was selected in ensuring the research conducted meets all necessary standards.
Satellite maintenance expert $50 per visit 100 $5,000 An expert is needed in assessing the Space-X Falcon Heavy Rocket to ensure it is functional.
Compliance officer $50 per visit 50 $2,500
$45,550
Budget
Particular Amount
1 Phase 1 $50,000
2 Phase 2 $25,000
3 Phase 3 $100,000
4 Labor cost $45,550
Total $220,550

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