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Support development of system of systems requirements and architectures. Support technical integration of new technologies and capabilities into existing systems and technical baselines. Support development of technical documentation, plans, and drawings. Provide technical support to performance, interoperability, and operational evaluations. Coordinate and provide input for engineering processes and reviews. Collect, review, and analyze information and develop recommended solutions. Prepare and deliver written and oral reports of findings and make recommendations for resolution of technical issues. Responsibilities may also include one or more of the following:- Manage development and fielding of integrated software, hardware and/or web applications. Integrate overall cost, schedule...

SPA has an immediate need for a Case Manager/Program Analyst to perform daily collaboration with the Military Department DAMOs and the DoD Cyber Crime Center (DC3) on behalf of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)). The OSD DAMO Case Manager position will be located at the DC3 in Linthicum, MD, but may be required to attend meetings in the National Capital Region (e.g., Mark Center, Pentagon, and occasionally Chantilly, VA). The candidate will serve as OUSD (R&E) liaison officer to DC3. Will perform case management and tracking of all cyber incidents reported to DAMO, assigning each cyber incident to a lead DAMO, and case tracking and management of cyber incident damage assessment activities from beginning to end. Responsible for...

The candidate will provide strategic assistance for day-to-day operations to the DARPA BTO Program Manager. The PM's portfolio lies at the intersection of mechanics, engineering, AI/ML, and medical solutions with efforts in autonomous patient care, autonomous patient evacuation, molecular responses to blast waves, alteration of cerebral physiology in space. The candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining systems and processes to streamline operations. Will assist and communicate with the Program Manager to aid in efficient decision making, program management, and initiative implementation. Serve as a subject-matter expert, handling inquiries, developing action plans, and assisting with preparation of technical documents. Additional duties include maintenance and...

The candidate will support the DARPA BTO Program Managers and the DARPA BTO Front Office in building strategic map of technical gaps in operational medicine, while helping to map and model technical requirements from point of injury through damage control surgery (Role 2 care). Additionally, this individual will need to generate new ideas and critique other innovation concepts to build truly DARPA-worthy solutions to revolutionize operational medicine. The qualified candidate will provide expert guidance on scientific and technological aspects to PMs and internal stakeholders, empowering them to make informed decisions. Additonal duties include support to PMs in their ideation loops, providing technical expertise and insights to help them develop and refine concepts.

The candidate will support the DARPA BTO Program Managers by providing high-level technical and administrative support in actively managing large, multi-perfomer teams, and across multi-disciplinary research areas. This includes conducting and summarizing monthly performer team status reports, biannual performer site visits, and annual program review meetings. Communicate cutting edge technical material in oral, written, and graphical form. Stay abreast of state-of-the art results in fields relevant to the DARPA programs being supported. Engage with relevant communities including stakeholders, transition partners, and current and potential performers. 

Performs engineering design evaluations and works to complete projects within budget and scheduling restraints.  Reviews industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory compliance.  Reviews reports of production, malfunction, and maintenance to determine or address problems.  Provides technical support for the engineering process. Additionally, designs, implements, and communicates, an operational plan for completing the project.  Monitors progress and performance against the project plan.  Takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.  Identifies, develops, and gathers resources necessary to complete the project.  Prepares engineering designs and work specifications.  Develops project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.  Selects...

You will lead analytic projects in support of the Joint and Land Operations program advising the Australian Army. These projects include mission-informed research to assess enabling technology for military capability. You will be responsible for offering meaningful advice to help inform operational concepts and investment decisions for the Australian Army's future force.

The candidate will provide analytical, technical, and administrative support for day-to-day activities to include CWMD planning and operational expertise, organizational policy and planning development and project/program support, and technical support specific to each of the CCMD’s respective regions, to include information, advice, alternative analysis, evaluations, and recommendations. Provide joint planning support for campaign and contingency plans to counter and deter WMD and emerging WMD threats, including countering WMD; counter proliferation; pathway defeat; nuclear deterrence and employment; and theater conventional nuclear integration/conventional support to nuclear operations methodologies and related expertise to the CCMDs, the Joint Staff (JS), and other DoD Components....

 Systems Planning and Analysis is searching for a dynamic Jr. AP Accountant within the Finance organization. This role requires the individual to perform a variety of accounting tasks requiring experience related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions, including vendor and employee expense report functions. Specific duties:- Review and process expense reports daily- Assist employees with completing expense reports- Assist with troubleshooting system issues for expense reports- Assists with maintaining financial records and data systems, including vendor files.- Assists with processing accounts payable vouchers, checks, wire transfers and ACH payments.- Verifies invoices, invoice number, account codes and financial accounts and assists...

Responsibilities: In this role, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service and timely support to end users, serving as the primary contact for all computer and system-related issues. Your duties will include troubleshooting and resolving IT problems, encompassing both hardware and software issues. You will be tasked with analyzing and diagnosing complex system and network faults, implementing corrective actions as necessary. Additionally, you will deploy, repair, test, and track hardware and software, manage inventory, perform patching and upgrades, and ensure software maintenance while coordinating with third-party vendors. Your responsibilities will also involve assisting with hardware and software installation, configuration, and maintenance, as well as...

The ideal candidate will be able to conduct research and interviews, write and edit articles, news releases, and statements for initiatives such as the Surface Navy Association Symposium and distinguished visitor visits; Manage social media platforms and use analytics tools like Hootsuite to enhance NSWCDD's online presence; Support employee communication, media relations, and community relations programs, contributing to NSWCDD's public affairs and engagement strategies; Provide photography and multimedia support for a variety of communication needs, including exhibit planning and coordination

The candidate will provide Reverse Engineering and Vulnerability Research expertise to help DARPA identify and implement compelling Cyber Offensive & Defensive solutions for the battlefield. Assist with strategic coordination of Cyber and Crypto efforts from the ground-up/field work through implementation. Support technology transition and research management of programs in software program analysis, computer network defense, computer network exploitation, and/or computer network attack. Provide software emulation, software vulnerability research, computer program analysis, and reverse engineering in support of cybersecurity and/or cyberspace operations automation. Lead efforts to implement compelling technologies, both new and evolving solutions, as well as the “pick-up” and integration...

The Systems Engineer will provide analytic and engineering support to the Logistics branch of the COLUMBIA Class SSBN program, focusing on the development and execution of infrastructure and life cycle sustainment plans for the next generation of ballistic missile submarine.  The Systems Engineer will apply an understanding of submarine logistics, civil engineering, maritime logistics, or other relevant background to proactively manage new initiatives, coordinate stakeholders, and drive projects to completion.  Additionally, the Systems Engineer will translate complex technical problems into leadership-ready briefs, including briefs to clients and senior leadership on analytic findings and progress.  This position is primarily located in Washington DC Navy Yard, with potential for light...

The Senior Analyst will serve as strategic advisor and trusted agent for a high profile client organization, focusing on rigorous efforts to strengthen the submarine manufacturing industrial base.  The Senior Analyst will apply a strong familiarity with defense manufacturing and submarine technology processes and priorities to help identify, develop, and execute new strategies and initiatives in advanced technology to support submarine industrial base and supply chain development.  In this role, you will navigate complex stakeholder relationships across government and private industry, manage standup and execution of new initiatives, perform detailed analysis of advanced technology efforts and policies, and regularly communicate progress and challenges through briefs, analytic products,...

You will draft, review, and analyze program requirements and associated administrative documentation. The analysis will encompass areas such as basing decision packages, beddown schedule updates, program execution metrics, and deployment requirement documentation. Assist with all operational requirements analysis during system acquisitions and during transition to sustainment. Provides expert independent services and leadership in specialized technical areas necessary for effective implementation of projects. Provides functional consulting, analysis, and methodological support to large, complex projects. Execute multifaceted technical tasks, applies analytical problem-solving methodologies, provides technical advice and direction, interfaces with client and/or prime contractor...

The Program Analyst will support Navy Strategic Systems Programs to plan and execute the new Nuclear, Sea-Launched Cruise Missile (SLCM-N) program through the development of programmatic artifacts; including but not limited to white papers, studies, power point presentations, talking points and schedules. The right candidate will have strong verbal and written skills, be able to communicate and manage client expectations.  Interact with and manage stakeholder expectations, needs with the ability to identify and develop risk mitigation strategies. This position will also work with a highly skilled team, providing critical support to managers and employees, assisting in daily office needs and managing general administrative activities, including data collection, data management,...

The National Intelligence (NI) Portfolio is composed of 49 acquisition programs executed by Defense agencies within the Intelligence Community. The NI Portfolio is responsible for the development, operation, and oversight of the nation’s space-based ISR systems and architectures that deliver capabilities addressing the nation’s highest priority intelligence needs. Oversight and Milestone Decision Authority of the NI Portfolio is shared between USD (A&S) and the Deputy Director of National Intelligence (DDNI). The NI Portfolio systems/architectures provides the foundation for global situational awareness and addresses the nation’s toughest intelligence challenges.  SPA is seeking an experienced C4ISR/National Intelligence Acquisition Analyst to provide subject matter expertise related...

The candidate will provide support to DARPA's Strategic Technology Office (STO). Will monitor STO Front Office actions, tracking RFIs and other taskers or suspenses. Will review, edit, and route program documentation for approval at various levels of DARPA leadership. Will monitor STO Front Office actions, tracking RFIs and other taskers or suspenses. Collaborate with teammates to execute office-wide initiatives, as well as independently managing a program documentation review and routing process.

DARPA’s Commercial Strategy Team applies an end-to-end approach to commercializing some of DARPA’s most impactful technologies. The candidate will work as part of an exciting team to provide expert business, technology advancement, and commercialization support in a demanding and fast-paced professional environment. Work with DARPA’s top performers and researchers, and bring in top entrepreneurs, venture and private investors, and other DoD and commercial experts and teams, and help accelerate DARPA technologies to drive new products, services, and capabilities for the DoD and commercial markets for both economic and national security. Work with some of DARPA’s most brilliant PMs and performers, as well as world-class commercial advisors, corporate leaders, private investors, the DoD, and...

SPA is seeking experienced Nuclear Acquisition Analysts to support OSD oversight of the Nuclear Triad sustainment and modernization, with a primary focus on nuclear modernization programs in the land- and air-legs of the nuclear Triad, supporting the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategic, Space, and Intelligence Portfolio Management (DASD(SSIPM)) in the Strategic Deterrence and Capabilities (SDC) Directorate. SPA personnel will also support DASD (SSIPM)'s participation in the Nuclear Weapons Council and other DoD nuclear-related forums, and will develop decision-ready material for senior leaders and apply the initiative to navigate headquarters and acquisition processes to support the DASD portfolio management responsibilities. The Nuclear Acquisition Analyst will support...