The Mission Analysis Branch provided launch vehicle insight and as well as approval of mission unique analysis in a variety of disciplines including performance and trajectory; coupled loads; guidance, navigation and controls; and environments, thermodynamics and stress.  Responsibilities also included verification and checkout of flight software and mission analyses of select launch services contractor analyses.  The branch supported the entire mission development cycle via the mission integration process and contributeed to the development of requirements, mission trade studies and statusing management.  The branch also performed analyses for feasibility studies required to support advanced missions.  In order to keep pace with emerging technology, the branch pursued enhancements in mission analysis capabilities and tools.