Highlights
Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Washington, DC |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
Description
Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.
SPA's Strategic Division's Regional Strike System Group (RSSG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing Systems Engineering, Systems Safety, Modelling, Master Scheduling, and Financial Analysis support. RSSG has an immediate need for a program analyst to support the Nuclear-Armed Sea Launched Cruise Missile (SLCM-N) program in the Strategic Weapons Facility (SWF) Integration branch as a support equipment program analyst. The position is located at the SPA Maritime Plaza site in Washington, DC. Occasional travel is required.
Responsibilities
The Support Equipment Program Analyst will support the SLCM-N Program in managing the procurement, installation, proofing, and sustainment of a diverse set of material necessary for facilities, missile, and submarine integration/interface. The analyst will work closely with engineers, financial analysts, subject-matter experts, functional teams, and senior leadership planning the coordination of efforts and report development. The analyst will communicate with stakeholders from industry partners and supporting government organizations. This role involves facilitating technical reviews and industry engagements, delivering analytical insights and actionable recommendations to deliver the SLCM-N capability on time. The Analyst will develop and coordinate acquisition strategies, briefing materials, white papers, and decision memorandums essential to meet program needs.
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to work at Maritime Plaza in Washington D.C. at a minimum of 3 days per week, up to full-time, based upon the needs of the client.
- Active DoD SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain a DoD TOP SECRET security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM or business field.
- 5+ years of professional experience in acquisition, contracting, program management, or government.
- 5+ years professional program analyst or systems engineering experience with defense programs.
Desired:
- Active DoD TOP SECRET security clearance.
- Weapons facility/logistics experience.
- Experience working with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP).
- Experience working with DoD engineering and acquisition processes.
- Experience supporting ACAT 1D program management or other large-scale defense projects.
Pay Range Information
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $120,000.00/Yr. - USD $160,000.00/Yr.
About Company
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) provides top-level decision makers with timely and objective assessments that integrate the technical, operational, programmatic, policy, and business aspects of national security issues. SPA is headquartered in Alexandria, with offices throughout Metro DC, and San Diego, CA. SPA has been recognized with awards including Government Contractor of the Year by the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards, as a Best Places to Work by the Washington and San Diego Business Journals for several years, a Top Workplace by the Washington Post, and as one of DC's Healthiest Employers.