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, systems engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention.

SPA's Strategic Division's Strategic Development Group (SDG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing systems engineering support, systems safety support and financial analysis support. 

SDG has a near-term need for a Systems Engineer at the Washington Navy Yard.

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 Range: $100,000 - 130,000/year.

The Systems Engineer 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, missile avionics design, and financial contact for the upcoming TRIDENT II missile system. The Engineer will directly support Missile Branch program managers and engineers in the development and execution of program schedules, technical solutions, and root cause analysis. Travel 3-8 times/year is desired.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (preferably engineering, chemistry, physics, math), or equivalent job experience.
• 5+ years professional experience with defense programs.
• U.S. citizen with DoD security clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain clearance while employed with SPA.
• Exceptional writing and presentation abilities.
• Self-motivated with strong work ethic, time management, and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications: 

• U.S. Navy Submarine Officer experience.
• Experience working with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP).
• Experience working with DoD engineering and acquisition processes.