Support the ASPR Innovation efforts, including but not limited to all ASPR solicitation requirements and support the review of White Papers and Full Proposals. Provide subject matter expertise in supporting Medical Counter Measure (MCM) development pathways, the preferred areas of expertise include regulatory, engineering, facilities and infrastructure, large and small molecule CMC, or within the MCM areas of PPEs, diagnostics, or innovative manufacturing technologies. Provide support as a regulatory and quality affairs SME on pathways for the successful review of planned and known ASPR procurements that require regulatory clearance through other agencies, such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Advise on innovative regulatory and quality affairs approaches for the successful development, licensure, and manufacturing and distribution of drugs, medical devices and/or products, and therapeutics as required. Advise ASPR leadership on critical programmatic and project-level regulatory challenges. Provide training and advisement to ASPR leadership on regulations, authoring regulatory documents, and interactions with regulatory authorities. Support other Contractors supporting ASPR & IBMSC efforts as required.
The Program Analyst will provide support to the NAVSEA AUKUS program, focusing on program support to undersea platform acquisition. Responsibilities will include strategic planning and coordination of program wide activities; supporting development of integrated budgets and POM submittals, developing and implementing office and organizational administrative policies and procedures; collaborating directly with the leadership to determine and prioritize objectives. This position is located in Alexandria, VA with some opportunity to travel to client and industry stakeholder locations.
SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified Space Intelligence Analysis & Planning Analyst. The contract staff member will support The S4S Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Directorate (here after referred to as the S2) and provide intelligence analysis, assessments, and support to the CDR/S4S and to the Operations (S3), Plans (S5), and other directorates as needed. The primary goal of the S2 is to focus intelligence operations at the Task Force level and below (“down and in”), to ensure prioritization and integration of intelligence support to provide synchronized space effects and to ensure USSPACECOM can employ space operations in the preservation of freedom of action in space, deter aggression, and enable global power projection, in order to defend the United States, U.S. vital interests/national objectives, and to support coalition allies and partners. ResponsibilitiesKey duties associated with this position include but are not limited to:- Perform intelligence planning and Joint Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (JIPOE) in support of campaign, deliberate, and crisis action planning.- Collaborate with S4S/S5 and subordinate task forces, coordinate with Allies/Coalition partners on intelligence issues associated with space, to include intelligence doctrine, strategy, and policy. provide assessments of adversary readiness, disposition, capabilities, and intent to enable global and theater effects in the space domain.- Coordinate intelligence activities in support of S4S/S35 & S5 planning and provide planners in support of designated Operational Planning Team (OPT) efforts.- Support developing, collecting, recommending, and maintaining Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIR) to support the commander’s decision-making process. - Ensure the S4S’s PIRs and Essential Elements of Information (EEIs) support CDR S4S’s Commander’s Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs).- Support development of the Annex B (Intelligence) OPLAN and identify intelligence requirements for OPLAN execution.- Collect, write, and submit collection requirements to USSPACECOM J2 to ensure synchronized intelligence operations from subordinate task forces and complete limited admin duties to include preparing and reviewing internal/external documents, and managing assigned taskings using the Task Management Tool (TMT) on the NIPRnet and SIPRnet coordinating with action officers to ensure they are aware of assigned tasks and due dates.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. Salary pay range: $150,000 - $170,000
SPA is seeking a national security space operations subject matter expert (SME) to support the Combined Forces Space Component Command (CFSCC) located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA (VSFB). The TS/SCI-cleared and most qualified candidate will have an exciting and important role joining a small team of experts providing operational-level advice to Command Leaders, and supporting the development of military space operations plans and policies. This team helps to ensure unity-of-effort in space operations support to theater warfighters, US government and civil agencies, and commercial and foreign partners. In support of this Space Command warfighting organization, this role will routinely interface with HQ United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), other USSPACECOM Components, Combatant Commands, assigned and attached subordinate units, Civil and Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, and others as necessary to facilitate the execution of missions and tasks. Technical support includes, but is not limited to, the following areas: Space Situational Awareness (SSA) sharing information, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), technical studies and analyses; operations concept development; operations planning and support; evaluation of operations procedures, capabilities and requirements; validation and verification activities; and program administrative, security, documentation, and presentation support. The contractor will attend appropriate planning and development forums and technical interchange meetings to further understand the background and basis for developing technical analyses. Responsibilities:- Plan, analyze and assess Command and Control, SDA, SSA sharing and space control concepts, architectures, plans, policies, doctrine, and requirements.- Provide analytical and administrative support to, and/or products and documents for, combined/joint space operations planning consistent with Joint Publication 5.0, Joint Planning.- Analyze technical capabilities, mission objectives, and available resources to develop strategies, policy and guidance, Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), alternatives and recommended solutions to achieve and/or optimize specific desired space operations goals and objectives to ensure CFSCC operations are positioned to support and anticipate end user needs (i.e. doctrine, organization, training, materiel, leadership and education, personnel and facilities).- Review, analyze, coordinate, recommend revisions to, and draft coordination of, space operations documents including Directives, Instructions, CONOPS, Agreements, Requirements, and other documents as required and provide knowledge management support for CFSCC operations and staff data, etc.- Provide analysis of potential impacts to the CFSCC missions and corresponding operations center operations including global sensor issues, space events and US and foreign space policy impacts.- Support resolution of anomalous events and USG or international policy changes that impact space operations.- Provide administrative and analytical support for the conduct of Commander Priorities, Readiness, Operations and other Assessments including analyzing and recommending revisions to ensure alignment with applicable orders/missions.- Provide analytical and administrative support at technical meetings to accomplish task requirements including working groups such as Lessons Learned and Rules of Engagement.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. Salary pay range: $130,000 - $140,000
The Deputy Program Manager will serve as a trusted agent directly supporting client program managers, acting to support all aspects of planning, management, and execution of a growing defense R&D and manufacturing program. In this role, you should expect to act independently and with high initiative, engaging with client leadership and stakeholders to identify needs and take on program challenges. The Deputy Program Manager will apply an understanding of defense manufacturing, R&D, acquisitions, or operations to participate in key management activities and support client leadership decision making. This position is located in West Bethesda, MD, with the potential for light telework.
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 expert level familiarity with submarine manufacturing manufacturing and supply chains to help identify, develop, and execute new strategies and initiatives 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 industrial base and supply chain for undersea warfare systems, and regularly communicate progress and challenges through briefs, analytic products, and decision support for senior client leadership and officials. This position is fully remote, with some travel to client and stakeholder locations.
The Office of the Secretary of Defense’s Strategic Capabilities Office (OSD/SCO), Department of the Air Force Rapid Capabilities Office (DAF RCO) and United States Navy’s Advance Sensor Technology Program Office (ASTPO) are fielding the Tactical Planner for Ground/Maritime Domain Awareness (TP-A/G/MDA) into DAF RCO’s Common Mission Control Center (CMCC) and USN’s Government Compute Facility (GCF) to develop, demonstrate, and transition integrated tactical Air-Ground planning in order to enhance the lethality of combat air operations. The TP-A/G/MDA SETA’s primary responsibilities are to guide and support TP-A/G/MDA program development and its expansion into additional mission sets. Responsibilities will include working with the OSD/SCO TP-A/G/MDA Lead and associated subject matter experts to develop, implement, and improve TP-A/G/MDA capabilities and to support TP-A/G/MDA integration with the US Air Force (USAF) and US Navy (USN). This position will also lead TP-A/G/MDA-focused exercises and engagements with multiple Services to foster program integration and operationalization. Specific Tasks include: - Lead and coordinate software tool development, system procurement, and supporting demonstration activities of OSD/SCO’s TP-A/G/MDA program in support of multiple Service requirements.- Oversee collaborative development of requirements and programmatic documents (MOUs, SOWs, Project Outlines, etc.) with Service stakeholders such as USAF and USN partners.- Develop schedule and training plans and products for TP-A/G/MDA integration into Service Weapon School Exercises.- Support program Exercise & Integration Lead with coordination of TP-A/G/MDA integration with EUCOM, INDOPACOM, ACC, USAFWS, MAWTS, NAWDC, and other stakeholder exercises.- Assist in program test plan development.- Assist ground integration leads with requirements and supporting kill chain analyses.- Special projects as desired.
The Senior Analyst will provide support to the NAVSEA AUKUS program, serving as a strategy advisor to program leadership. Responsibilities will include strategic planning and coordination of program wide activities; supporting development of integrated plans, supporting fleet and workforce integration with AUKUS program, and special project coordination as needed. This analyst would work closely with the one-star Australian program lead within the program office. This position is located in Alexandria, VA with some opportunity to travel to partner and industry stakeholder locations.
Expected Contributions and Responsibilities- Reconcile labor each payroll cycle.- Responsible for registration and oversight of multi-state payroll compliance and filings.- Assist with compliance of all Payroll and Timekeeping with GAAP, CAS, and the FAR.- Supervise the bi-monthly & monthly payrolls with multiple states, including full execution of the payroll and related processes, as well as process international payroll.- Ensure employee payroll records are accurately maintained in the respective systems.- Assist with the completion of the annual Incurred Cost Submission and own Schedule L.- Assist in the annual budget process and provide support as necessary.- Assist with and ensure all audit requests are provided timely and accurately from the payroll team.- Maintain the monthly reconciliation of all respective general ledger accounts and resolve variances timely.- Manage one or more payroll staff members with varied backgrounds.- Perform account research and ad-hoc accounting/reporting/administrative tasks.- Collaborate with the HR team to manage the annual 401K audit from a Payroll perspective. - Other duties as assigned.
The Data Scientist SME will provide Advisory and Assistance Support (A&AS) to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Chemical and Biological Technologies Department, Digital Battlespace Management Division (RD-CBI). Apply subject matter expertise and support to the Government for science and technology (S&T) projects aimed at developing modeling and simulation tools for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) support. The candidate will support management of technical projects that focus on developing algorithm tools which will improve understanding of and decisions in CB contested environments. Apply a strong expertise in analyzing, interpreting, and applying predictive modeling tools to advise and assist with the development/evaluation of Statements of Work (SOW) for CB data collection trials to support algorithm development for CB specific modeling. Other position duties include analyzing large data sets from performers to extract useable information for decision making; analyzing data for trends; advising on technical soundness of performer developed algorithms and models; and performing data analysis and preparing reports, documentation, and correspondence to clearly communicate recommendations and conclusions. Will prepare technical documentation and presentations to explain approaches, associated assumptions, and conclusions of scientific investigations. The candidate will be responsible for reviewing proposals, technical reports, experimental or theoretical techniques, scientific studies, and statements of work to ensure technical validity to evaluate current and future CBRN technologies. Will also collaborate with the Project Management team on acquisition and procurement tasks.
The candidate will provide subject matter expertise in safeguarding high-value information. Implement policies, procedures, standards, training, and methods for identifying and protecting agency classified/sensitive information from unauthorized disclosure. Coordinate with offices, both internal and external, to protect the equities of stakeholders whose information is involved in the agency’s day-to-day operations. Review classification guidance generated for new or ongoing programs to ensure that specific and correct guidance is available to customers. Ensure even application of standards by reviewing information and documents scheduled for release outside the agency and to various customers. Coordinate with scientific, technical, and other subject-matter specialists to assess the classification level appropriate to information sensitivity. Consult with appropriate officials to determine whether a proposed classification level is too high or too low. Review classification and declassification decisions rendered by DTRA subject matter experts to ensure decisions are in compliance with national security standards.
The Program 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 surrounding developing AUKUS efforts. The Program Analyst will apply a strong familiarity with defense manufacturing and undersea warfare systems to help identify, develop, and execute new strategies and initiatives 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 industrial base and supply chain for undersea warfare systems, and regularly communicate progress and challenges through briefs, analytic products, and decision support for senior client leadership and officials. This position is based out of SPA's Alexandria, VA HQ, with potential for light telework and some travel to client and stakeholder locations, including potential international travel.
The Program Analyst will provide support to the NAVSEA AUKUS program, focusing on program support to undersea platform acquisition. Responsibilities will include strategic planning and coordination of program wide activities; supporting development of integrated budgets and POM submittals, developing and implementing office and organizational administrative policies and procedures; collaborating directly with the leadership to determine and prioritize objectives. This position is located in Alexandria, VA with some opportunity to travel to client and industry stakeholder locations.
Apply best practices to support financial plans and policies, accounting practices, and procedures. Create new program forecasts and EACs. Manage financial structure/revenue setup for and attend internal project kick-off meetings. Develop and Maintain customer financial reports and deliverables. Assist with cash flow by approving expenses, ensuring invoices are submitted to clients in a timely manner, and analyzing the DSO to look for ways to improve processes and procedures. Work with the Division Business Manager to track and report cost, revenue, and profits, as well as conducting monthly variance analysis on actuals. Participate in the development and maintenance of an annual waterfall to include active programs and pipeline opportunities. Manage and monitor subcontractor and consultant funding, expenditures, and accruals. Participate in pricing exercises and develop cost estimates. Support financial planning, forecasts, and provide controller responsibilities such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and GL journal entries. Work with Program Managers to support program success and interact with all functional and line organizations. Apply energies in a fast-paced environment, and balance closing each month with attending PM/customer meetings.
Successful candidates will be able to manage several lines of effort in a fast-paced environment while facing multiple deadlines and competing resources. Candidates must also be able to understand and meet current customer needs/constraints while anticipating the direction of future analytical support. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:- Interpreting, developing, and implementing security and safety policy.- Understanding threat capabilities and analyzing mission impact.- Supporting assessment of system effectiveness and development of future capabilities.- Facilitating the vulnerability assessment process and leading in operational planning.- Preparing briefings and reports for senior leadership engagement.
The DARPA DIRO Front Office Sr. Executive Assistant (EA) will provide support to the Director on a daily basis. Will work closely with the DIRO Front Office to ensure timely, proactive, and comprehensive administrative support to leadership. Will be expected to handle sensitive information while exercising professionalism and discretion. The dynamic nature of this role requires that the successful candidate be a self-starter, taking the initiative whenever possible and thinking ahead of what the mission needs are--all while displaying elite multi-project tracking and execution ability along with exemplary time management skills. Will apply professional demeanor across internal and external stakeholders. Cultivate productive working relationships across the Agency. Apply energetic approach and eagerness to tackle new projects and ideas, and proactively identify and solve problems. Routinely interact with executives, and display sound judgment and tact. Work directly with the Office Director (OD) daily to support all aspects of daily work routine: maintaining the OD’s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and speaking engagements. Determine priority of matters of attention for the OD, keep the OD advised of time-sensitive and priority issues, and exercise discretion in committing time and evaluating needs. Ensure appropriate follow-up, redirect matters to staff, or handle individually. The candidate will play a key role in the coordination of staff efforts both within and outside the office and Agency, and must assist in Front Office activities and processes including planning, prioritization, and executions as appropriate, and coordinate work with other DIRO and DARPA staff.
The Program Analyst will support the Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs’ Nuclear Weapons Surety Division by overseeing key aspects of program development and sustainment. The Analyst will assist with Branch-level alignment to validate existing programs and to develop new capabilities in response to emerging threats. The Analyst will integrate Command, adjacent branch, and external stakeholder priorities. They will foster relationships while working directly with a broad variety of government and industry organizations to understand both programmatic and operational risk. They will translate the client’s intent into staff-actions, clearly defining roles and responsibilities. Additionally, as the APM, the Analyst will assist in supervising a team of ~3 personnel, providing leadership with a strong emphasis on team cohesion and culture. Furthermore, the Analyst will assist in ensuring overall quality assurance and client satisfaction while managing aspects of budget and funding execution. 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. Washington DC Pay Transparency Range: $135,000 - 145,000.
In this role, you will be an integral member of our corporate development function and support the execution of our acquisition strategy, deal analysis, financial modeling, transaction coordination, and integration planning. Your responsibilities will span all aspects of the corporate development process as well as collaboration with almost every area of the business with the goal of supporting the achievement of our overall Company strategy. Your specific duties will include:- Serving as part of the SPAs corporate development function- Aiding in maintaining the pipeline of acquisition targets to include sole-sourced prospects and companies represented by investment banks- Supporting analysis, due diligence, transaction structuring, deal negotiation and funding the transaction, including engagement with Arlington Capital Partners- Aiding in coordinating with the Integration Management Office to prepare for the successful integration of the acquired company post-closing- Assisting with valuation and deal modeling for mergers, acquisitions, and other investments- Collaborating with Finance on the long-term, pro forma financial forecast and other ad hoc analyses- Performing an integral and visible role within the corporate development function, working closely with a small group of peers and senior leaders routinely, and having regular interactions with the firm’s top leadership
SPA seeks a passionate and dedicated Action Officer to engage with the research and development community to organize meetings, develop briefings to technical and non-technical audiences, and interact with multiple internal and external personnel with excellent communication, project management, and organizational skills on a daily basis. The candidate's primary function will be in direct support of the Office Director and Deputy Director, and will work closely with the Director’s Office (DIRO) Front Office Lead, Briefing Coordinators, and administrative staff to ensure comprehensive and seamless technical and administrative support to DIRO leadership. More specific tasks may include facilitating the development and implementation of Project Agreements/Arrangements (PA) and other international agreements (IA) in support of DARPA programs for government-to-government collaboration; drafting and amending IA documentation; and monitoring, identifying, and analyzing international developments, public policy issues and trends, and assessing their impact on strategy.
SPA is seeking a dedicated junior or mid-level analyst with an active DoD Secret clearance to provide T&E Engineering Support Services (ESS) to the US Navy. Responsibilities include assisting the PEO IWS client with T&E planning, execution, analysis, and reporting as well as supporting the portfolio lifecycle through test, integration, and delivery of hardware/software. For this critical work, we are looking for an experienced analyst to prepare and/or review technical and programmatic T&E documentation (e.g. T&E planning and strategies, T&E Master Plans, Test Plans, Test Procedures, Test Reports, Trouble Reports, Requirements Traceability Matrixes, Technical Review Plans and Summary Reports), develop formal correspondence and work with DoD field activities, Integrated Product Teams, Technical Teams, and various vendors to develop, identify, locate, support, acquire, and manage requirements. Must be energetic, thoughtful, product-oriented, dependable, flexible, open-minded individual with an eagerness to learn with demonstrated strong work ethic. At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain 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. Washington, DC Pay Transparency Range: $80,000 – $115,000.
