Employ a multi-discipline approach to requirements engineering, solutions engineering, reliability, resiliency, services development, research and development (R&D), integration, test and evaluation, maintainability and analysis across Controlled Access Program/Special Access Program (CAP/SAP) architectures to ensure timely and accurate Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT).  Candidates will be required to sign additional Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and provide proof of no Other Conflicts of Interest (OCI) for performance in a (classified) Program Management Office, henceforth to be referenced as “PMO.” Duties include:- Define and lead studies to evaluate innovative concepts and revolutionary technologies for application to PMO High Performance Computing (HPC) requirements.-...

As the Senior Proposal Manager, you will work directly with the CG leadership team to generate creative, high-quality proposals for existing and new clients. Drawing on your knowledge of industry best practices and strong leadership and collaboration skills, you engage on multiple proposals in various stages simultaneously while ensuring adherence to SPA’s ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System. This is a high-visibility position with the opportunity to collaborate extensively with senior management. This position can be supported in proximity to one of SPA’s offices in the DC Metro, Los Angeles, CA or Colorado Springs, CO areas. - Leads proposal development process for single award, IDIQ, and task order proposals- Manages all aspects of proposal development, including: pre-proposal...

The duties and responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following:- Assist in the development and analyze the cost and schedule risk-adjusted Life Cycle Cost Estimations (LCCEs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), Business Case Analyses (BCAs), Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs), program office estimates and other standard cost analyses.- Develop presentations and brief executive leadership on program cost positions, impact of budget changes on supported programs and other cost issues.- Use cost estimating outputs to assess the impact that various factors have on the costs to design, research, develop, operate, maintain and dispose of a particular weapon system.- Determine the appropriate phase of the budgetary cycle for initiating new programs,...

Develop detailed OT&E strategies; schedules; mission-based test designs; cost estimates; business, performance, and technical architecture; test and accreditation plans, including T&E master plans (TEMP) with POA&Ms, OT&E Concept, detailed method of test, data collection and analysis plans; T&E strategy briefs; operational evaluation frameworks, work breakdown structures, and operational scenarios to evaluate the operational effectiveness, suitability, and resiliency of the system under test. Plan and execute OT&E activities by identifying, coordinating, and collaborating with stakeholders, including outside organizations. Perform modeling and simulation (M&S) requirements development to include identifying and documenting candidate critical measures/response variables. Oversee and be...

Provide expertise and technical assistance across systems engineering and acquisition lifecycles for all acquisition program levels. Support planning, implementation, and execution of systems engineering activities. Perform requirements development and System Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) planning, technical reviews, and technical activities throughout program lifecycles. Develop models of systems processes, simulations, analyses, and reporting supporting program decisions and enterprise-level strategic directives and initiatives. Prepare and present authoritative advice and recommendations to a variety of audiences including scientific professionals, non-technical senior leadership, and equipment end-users. Oversee Test and Evaluation (T&E) lifecycle processes and deliverables (including...

Position Description- Using parametric cost models to develop and document cost estimates, including software estimation, in support of annual military budgets. - Develop and brief cost models and estimate results to senior government leaders. - Perform thorough risk analysis. - Develop statistical relationships through data collection and regression analysis. - Review Contract Data Requirement Lists for compliance.  - Assess contractor proposals for cost realism and reasonableness. - Support Program Office meetings, cost exclusions, analysis, briefings, Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions, etc.

The Commercial Strategy Operations Manager SETA will work as part of an exciting team to provide expert business, technology advancement, and commercialization support in a demanding, and fast-paced professional services environment. Primary objectives are to deliver operations management support to the Commercial Strategy program and successfully serve DARPA’s mission. The successful candidate will be an experienced pipeline operations manager in dual-use technologies, and exhibit a deep commitment to advancing national and economic security. Work closely with Commercial Strategy's leadership and DARPA's Technical offices, PMs, and other various stakeholder to build a strong commercialization pipeline and support ongoing commercialization efforts. Responsibilities include: Program...

SPA seeks a passionate and dedicated professional interested in providing technical, data-driven support combined with strategy-informed operations research analysis. The ideal candidate will have a passion for solving challenging, unstructured, and time-critical problems in both leadership and supporting roles. The candidate will participate in analyses, assessments, and workshops that integrate technical, operational, and programmatic aspects across various elements of the Department of Defense. Will support cross-functional, high-performance teams conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, including wargaming, to inform decision makers at the highest levels of the government, including the Secretary of Defense, Congress, and the White House. Candidates can expect to manage...

The candidate will apply a strong technical background and a proactive attitude in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and will be motivated to learn DARPA process, procedures, and culture; passionate about advanced R&D; and have strong communications and presentation skills. Utilize technical skills to understand the complex problems associated with DARPA programs, while simultaneously providing the necessary management support to execute the day-to-day requirements.  The candidate will support periodic (monthly or bi-weekly) performer assessments to analyze programmatic, technical, and schedule risks; assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies; and communicate findings to the Program Manager. Assist with program administration, including...

We are seeking a dedicated Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) analyst with at least 3 years of experience to provide support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Integrated Combat Systems Department (V).  MBSE analysts will apply MBSE principles and tools to create models that communicate complex system concepts and support the system design and engineering process. You must have the ability to work from NSWC Dahlgren 3-4 days per week on average. 

In-depth demonstrated experience commensurate with the designated level in the following areas:  Responsible for assisting in documenting and refinement of CONOPs by considering capabilities and tools delivered to Combat Mission Teams assigned to Joint Force Headquarters (JFHQ-C) and identify potential deficiencies or Operations Security (OPSEC) concerns for review.  You will utilize current CMT Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) or propose modifications or new TTPs for adoption, to ensure access vectors are able to be utilized.  Work with units to understand and recommend possible OCAs for operations, capturing the expected outcomes, limitations, and extent of those operations.  Use and assist in the design of cyber target representative networks to effectively assess the...

Data Exploitation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are essential elements of NATO’s digital transformation, enabling faster, data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency. These technologies are crucial for building a more adaptive and responsive NATO, ready to meet the challenges of Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) and a rapidly evolving security landscape.  As NATO's command dedicated to future warfare, SACT leads efforts to explore, develop, and integrate latest technologies into military capabilities to transform the Alliance.  NATO has recognized wargaming as a critical enabler for future warfare development.  It is essential for planning and decision-making, simulating complex military scenarios to provide strategic, operational, and tactical insights.  Allied Command...

We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a Masters or PhD degree in Particle or Nuclear Physics to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development program concerning fundamental research into space weather and radiation environments. The successful intern will be a quick learner and key contributor to analysis, projects, presentations, technical reports, and discussions. This internship is primarily in office work with occasional telework allowed. Timeline for this job opportunity: We are currently accepting applications for this paid internship and will make offers contingent on the ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance for a summer 2025 start date.

The candidate will work collaboratively with NATO Stakeholders to support the MSIF Branch in ACT.  Key duties include but are not limited to the following:- Responsible for supporting the MSIF Program Directors, Project Coordinators, and the Branch Head in maintaining a comprehensive knowledge and oversight over the planning and execution of all Programs and Projects throughout the infrastructure Portfolio. - Maintain compilation of the Infrastructure Capability program plan based on identified requirements. - Provide methodological and analytical expertise in support of the development and implementation of program plan development. - Conduct issues/risk management within the programs, and perform benefits elicitation in collaboration with stakeholders. - Provide support to the...

Position DescriptionDuties associated with this role include, but are not limited to the following:- Independently perform all acquisition support functions from cradle to grave for a given mission critical program.- Provide strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to program and project staff.- Provide detailed analysis, evaluation and recommendations for improvements, optimization development, and/or maintenance efforts for client specific or mission critical challenges/issues.- Execution of existing programs and the development of new acquisition initiatives.- Assist the government acquisition by ensuring that projects are in conformance with current DoD directives (i.e. 5000 and 8000 series) and the Milestone Decision Authority approved baseline as shown in the...

You will be responsible for developing innovative concepts of operations and capability plans, and for translating them into detailed written and graphical descriptions used to develop and support tactical, operational and strategic surface and undersea warfare analysis. Responsible for conducting military effectiveness analysis of alternative capabilities to inform the development of formal requirements and program plans across the spectrum of science and technology (S&T), research and development (R&D), and program acquisition. Support and eventually take a leading role in the development and employment of analysis and tools and in briefing analysis results to top-level government decision makers.

SPA is seeking an experienced business systems risk analysis SME to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its involvement with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector (also known as Team Telecom). CFIUS and Team Telecom are interagency committees that evaluate national security risks associated with foreign involvement with US businesses and critical infrastructure. The candidate will be responsible for conducting risk assessments based on developed methodologies that communicate the risk to the US posed by adversarial actors exercising influence over or operating through private entities. The candidate will also be responsible for...

The Senior Surface Warfare Military Operations Analyst is a Subject Matter Expert in all aspects of the Surface Navy and the Surface Warfare mission.  Responsible for leading multiple teams in development of innovative concepts of operations and capability plans, translating them into detailed written and graphical descriptions used to develop and support mission and campaign-level surface and undersea warfare analysis, and briefing analysis results to top-level government decision makers. Responsible for conducting military effectiveness analysis of alternative capabilities to inform the development of formal requirements and program plans across the spectrum of science and technology (S&T), research and development (R&D), and program acquisition.

DARPA’s Commercial Strategy Team applies an end-to-end approach to commercializing some of DARPA’s most impactful technologies. Working with top performers and researchers, and bringing in top entrepreneurs, venture and private investors, and other DoD and commercial experts and teams, we accelerate DARPA technologies to drive new products, services, and capabilities for the DoD and commercial markets for both economic and national security. DARPA has a 65-year history of bringing some of the top technical innovations to the world including the Internet, GPS, LEDs, self-driving cars, and more. In your role, you will be part of an elite team working with some of DARPA’s most brilliant PMs and performers, as well as world class commercial advisors, corporate leaders, private investors, the...

Assembles large, complex sets of data that meet non-functional and functional business requirements. Identifies, designs, and implements internal process improvements including re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability, optimizing data delivery, and automating manual processes. Builds required infrastructure for optimal extraction, transformation and loading of data from various data sources using Azure, AWS and Google technologies. Builds analytical tools to utilize the data pipeline, providing actionable insight into key business performance metrics including operational efficiency and customer acquisition. Works with stakeholders including data, design, product and executive teams and assisting them with data-related technical issues. Works with stakeholders including the...