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 Intelligence Programs Group, part of Systems Planning and Analysis Inc.’s Space and Intelligence Division, is a specialized provider of systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community.  We utilize mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities.  We provide highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for our National Defense.  Our portfolio includes the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  Come where you will be part of our high-caliber team!

SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified Predictive Modeling & Simulation Analyst who wants to be part of one of SPA's fastest growing Divisions with an exciting mission critical to national security objectives!

SPA is seeking a Predictive Modeling & Simulation Analyst to work at the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO).

Duties include:

• Plans and executes modeling and simulation systems development projects.
• Possesses and applies knowledge of simulation methods for analysis of complex human0machine systems and training.
• Designs and develops simulation systems and modeling of simulation objects.
• Performs analysis applying appropriate scientific and engineering processes and modeling techniques to the lifecycle development of systems.
• Performs analysis and trade-off studies related to operational issues and reviews test plans to ensure MOEs address operational requirements using modeling and simulation tools and techniques.
• Reviews plans for system integration, operation, and maintenance.
• Assists in the development of training for oeprational personnel.

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI and favorably adjudicated CI poly at time of application
• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of related experience; or Master's degree and 4+ years of related experience; or PhD and 0 years of related experience
• Experience using modeling and simulation (M&S) tools via academia, industry, government, or military service
• Programming experience with advanced engineering software providing mod/sim/analysis, preferably on space and space control systems
• Scripting/programming experience (C++, Python, MATLAB, STK)

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree, preferably in related technical field
• Experience working in teams to accomplish a systems engineering result
• Developing mathematical models to solve targeted problems
• Software development/programming interest and experience in JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Microsoft Office 365, C++/C#, Visual Studio.NET, MATLAB, Python, R, or SQL development and code management techniques using (Git, Bitbucket, etc) and agile software development practices/tools (Jira, Confluence, etc) including DevSecOps
• Knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Engineering (DE) methods
• Knowledge of databases, data structures, and data architectures
• Ability to apply scientific methodology to complex scenarios
• Demonstrated experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis of complex, system-of-systems designs; preferably of IC Space systems
• Subject Matter Expertise with DoD and IC Space programs, systems and missions