Missile Defense Acquisition Analyst

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 Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the Department of War (DoW). These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSW(A&S)), DARPA, the Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future.

We have an immediate need for a Golden Dome Missile Defense Analyst to provide onsite support at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

SPA is seeking a senior-level analyst to support the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Strategic, Space, and Intelligence Portfolio Management (DASW(SSIPM)) and to serve as a key liaison to the Golden Dome for America initiative. The analyst will support DASW(SSIPM) and the Missile Defense team by monitoring missile defense-related activities and acquisition programs, and supporting implementation of the Missile Defense Review. The ideal candidate will apply experience with the DAES system, familiarity with the Middle Tier of Acquisition, and a demonstrated history of serving as an action officer supporting GO/FO/SES-level stakeholders.

Required:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Master's degree and 10+ years of experience in a combination of Missile Defense, acquisition, the PPBE process, or Missile Defense Agency (MDA)-related operational experience
• Experience with HQ Staff at OSD, a Service, or other Agency-level organization
• Understanding of DoDI 5000.02 and the DoD acquisition process, to include MDA-specific acquisitions
• Ability to synthesize information into papers, briefings, and presentations for senior leadership
• DAWIA certification in Program Management
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Desired:

• Expertise with budgeting, requirements development, and/or Missile Defense Agency led-programs
• Expertise writing for and presenting information to senior DoW decision makers

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.
VA Pay Transparency Salary range: $165k - $205k