BMC2 Systems Prototyping Senior 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 Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity.  We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense.  Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.

The Strategic Technology Analysis Group (STAG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, offers sophisticated capabilities (people, process & tools) to resolve unique problems in space, cyber, and special operations in support to military services, Secretary of Defense offices (OSD) and theater warfighters.  Our portfolio includes the Assistant Secretary of Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration (SAF/SQ), Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC), Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP), National Space Defense Center (NSDC), Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO), US Space Command (USSPACECOM) and US Space Force (USSF).  Come be a part of a high-speed low-drag organization providing unique and tailored solutions for our National Defense!

SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified BMC2 Systems Prototyping Senior Analyst.

Responsibilities

Organization within the Office of the Secretary of Defense is looking to hire an outstanding individual to support military capability development and prototyping, with a strong background in DoD battle management command and control (BMC2) systems, architectures, and datalinks. Experience in integrated air and missile defense (IAMD), Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS), and/or Army fires highly desired. Individual will support the testing and evaluation of BMC2 prototype systems and the integration with kinetic effectors, and therefore candidacy will be strengthened by experience in end-to-end, multi-domain test strategy development, planning, and execution. The individual must be adaptable to all manner of Systems Engineering and Technical Assistance (SETA) support, including all facets of project management, as well as coordinating within the organization and with prototype developers, DoD and IC stakeholders, and capability prototype-to-operations transition partners.

Duties include:

• Lead and coordinate software tool development, system procurement, and supporting demonstration activities of BMC2 and integration of kinetic effectors prototype capabilities in support of multiple Service requirements.
• Oversee collaborative development of requirements and programmatic documents (MOUs, SOWs, Project Outlines, etc.) with Service stakeholders such as USA, USAF and USN partners.
• Develop schedule and training plans and products for BMC2 system integration into Service Weapon School Exercises.
• Support program Exercise & Integration Lead with coordination of BMC2 system integration with EUCOM, INDOPACOM, ACC, USAFWS, MAWTS, NAWDC, and other stakeholder exercises.
• Assist in program test plan development and execution.
• Assist ground integration leads with requirements and supporting kill chain analyses.

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of related experience in DoD operations to include significant experience and familiarity with DoD BMC2 systems and processes (tactical and operational level)
• Bachelor’s degree
• Current Top Secret Clearance with SCI; Special Access Program eligibility; willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph
• Able to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners
• Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, and initiative, and require minimal supervision
• Ability to work both independently and in teams to meet mission objectives
• Capability to track and coordinate multiple simultaneous efforts
• Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS (up to 25% travel expected)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• Able to communicate and exchange information with peers and senior personnel; good oral and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications: 

• Systems Engineering experience
• Program Management experience
• Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) or Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) experience