Program Analyst (DoD)

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.

The Strategic Systems Analysis Group (SSAG) supports government and private sector strategic planning, decision making, and program management. SSAG integrates deep client knowledge, advanced analytics, and subject matter expertise to provide timely and objective technical, operational, programmatic, acquisition, and policy analysis. SSAG is hiring for a Program Analyst supporting Navy SSP at Maritime Plaza, Washington D.C.

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 D.C Pay Transparency: $115,000 - $145,000 per year. 

The Program Analyst will provide technical and programmatic systems engineering support to the TRIDENT II missile program within SSP.  They will support headquarters level planning, development and execution for a variety of activities including systems integration, systems engineering technical reviews, and system trade studies for the upcoming TRIDENT II missile system. The Analyst will directly support Systems Engineering Branch program managers and engineers in the development and oversight of schedules, coordination of Government Furnished Information, and risk management. Travel 1-3 times/year is desired. 

Required Qualifications:

• 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.
• Bachelor's degree.
• U.S. citizen with DoD SECRET or higher security clearance.
• 5+ years professional experience with defense programs. 
• Exceptional writing and presentation abilities.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience working with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP). 
• Experience working with DoD engineering and acquisition processes.
• Experience with US Government acquisition, US government budgeting and project planning.