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 Space Systems Group (SSG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, provides timely and objective assessments and recommendations integrating technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis. We focus on our key clients in the Space community including the US Space Force’s Space Systems Command (USSF/SSC), one of the three designated Field Commands under USSF. We work tirelessly to provide integrated solutions based on information and communications throughout the chain of command.  We provide clear and consistent analysis and recommendations which are aligned to strategic and leadership goals while balancing the ability to  execute on time and on budget within the technical communities. Come join an organization responsible for being a key enabler of Spacepower!

SPA has an immediate need for a mid-level Budget Analyst. 

The successful candidate will support SSC/SN organization and mission partners with a broad range of financial management support.  Will support high-visibility or mission critical aspects of a given program and performs all functional duties independently. Oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.

Duties include but are not limited to develop, train, brief, integrate, correlate, and analyst various phases of PPE within the DoD portfolio. Activities apply to the Development of the POM, Budget Exhibit Preparation, Staffer Day Briefings, Analysis Reporting, Spring Program Review Investment Budget Review, and PMRs, POM, and PPBE.

• Tools, Process, and Procedures: Able to support the development, procurement, data collection, usage, modification/enhancement, implementation, integration, testing, documentation, verification, validation, protection, and maintenance of tools, processes, guidelines, methodologies, models, simulations, databases, web sites, reports, and applications to support the execution and management. Experienced with standardized and specialized software applications including: Microsoft Office, GAFS, MOCAS, FM-Suite, WAWF, Electronic Document Access (EDA), Standard Contract Reconciliation Tool (SCRT), Shared Data Warehouse (SDW), CCaR, CRIS, Live Link, Integrated Accounts Payable System (IAPS), or their replacement Accounting and Finance system(s).
• Document Review and Assessments: Able to review program documents for consistency with applicable military, federal, state, local, contractual, commercial, or international statutes, regulations, policies, publications, directives, instructions, executive orders, codes, requirements or standards and report findings to the Government.
• Strategic Support: Able to perform all functional duties independently. Interpret information to generate multiple recommended courses of actions; Build staff packages, comprehending and applying concept/guidance, effectively implementing instructions/polices into routine performance; Provide IPT support, acquisition program reporting, cashflow management and acquisition review support to program leadership; Perform acquisition financial execution and funds management.

About the Must Haves

• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Management, Business, Economics,  Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, Statistics required. 6 years or more of experience may substitute for a baccalaureate degree
• 3-10 yrs or more directly applicable experience in DoD Financial Management

About the Desired

• Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) certification or CDFM Acquisition Specialty (CDFM-A)

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain the 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.  California salary pay range: 100k - 150k.