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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.

Expected Contributions and Responsibilities- Help coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger close with the Finance team and Controller and ensure all activities are completed both timely and accurately.- Collaborate with the Accounting Manager to maintain the company's accounts and sub ledgers by ensuring the correct and accurate accounting classification of all entries in accordance with GAAP, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Financial Audit Regulation (FAR).- Perform technical accounting research and ad-hoc reporting/tax/administrative tasks.- Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for all respective general ledger accounts, and then identify and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.- Help the Controller perform flux analyses in...

This role will serve as an integral part of the LGM-35A Sentinel Aerospace Vehicle Equipment (AVE) Post Boost Branch. The AVE Division plays a critical role within the Sentinel program, focusing on evaluating the design of solid rocket motors, guidance, navigation, and control equipment, and post-boost liquid propulsion systems. The Post Boost Branch collaborates closely with the customer to ensure meticulous alignment with project requirements throughout the design and development phases. The ideal candidate will forge strong partnerships with both our customers and our dedicated team of engineers and project managers. Together, they will pioneer innovation, conduct risk assessments, thoroughly evaluate schedule impacts, and orchestrate activities towards achieving success of the Post...

SPA seeks an International Cooperation Analyst to assist in research and analysis to inform foreign policy programs and initiatives. This position requires the application of advanced consulting skills, extensive technical expertise and full industry knowledge. Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience in the development of innovative solutions to complex problems and mentorship of junior team members. Will apply diplomacy and engage in international governance dialogues of strategic interest to R&D and S&T environments. Assist in the coordination, planning, and execution of foreign government visits and engagements.

In this role, the Phase 2 Action Officer will support a NAVSEA Team Submarine program office charged with the planning and management for the early stages of a major acquisition program. Responsibilities will include:The Phase 2 Action Officer 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 plans, supporting fleet integration with AUKUS program, and coordinating integrated schedule and risk analysis. This position is located at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA. This position will require traveling to the Washington Navy Yard as necessary to collaborate with Phase 2 personnel. The...

The successful candidate will participate in project teams to:- Assist in the analysis of the performance of DoD programs and systems.- Conduct data collection and specification reviews.- Assist in the design and develop system-of-systems models using commercial and proprietary MBSE tools and execute modeling and simulation analysis.- Perform post-processing data analysis and interpretation.- Assist in the preparation of deliverables to include presentations and written reports of findings and recommendations.- Participate in customer meetings and briefings.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...

The DoD Liaison Management Analyst will support the CHIPS coordination cell (C3) in a high op tempo environment and as an action officer to help develop the foundation for the next generation of microelectronics technology. The candidate will manage and facilitate communication with senior DoD Leaders, Service, and Interagency stakeholders, support and develop relationships and data analysis efforts in the execution of mission responsibilities, assist with resource and workflow planning, and lead the development and execution of key working groups. Will support meetings with the sponsor agencies and project stakeholders, and support working groups and data calls, project-related events, and conferences. Develop communication materials and lead cross-functional teams. Design, develop, and...

ISAG seeks a Microelectronics Management Analyst to provide support to the CHIPS Coordination Cell (C3). The candidate will apply strategy and DoD acquisition experience to assist C3’s mission to securing the U.S. domestic microelectronics innovation and supply chain as well as developing a strong foundation for the next generation of microelectronics technology. The candidate will support OUSD(A&S) with developing and managing execution of a microelectronics strategy and to drive new microelectronics technologies in ways that convince American industry to invest in them. The candidate will assist in developing plans and implementation strategy for a "secure enclave" of microchip production to deliver safely and securely for DoD programs.

The Microelectronics Industry Functional Expert will support the CHIPS Coordination Cell (C3) in their mission to support program investments to secure U.S. domestic microelectronics innovation and supply, as well as developing a strong foundation for the next generation of microelectronics technology. The candidate will provide microelectronics advice and analytic support for C3 efforts to inform Industrial Base and supply chain capabilities supporting national defense. The candidate will identify risks to critical manufacture, design, and end use of microelectronics technologies areas impacted by potential disruptions in the chain and the national industrial supply base. Will support OUSD (A&S) C3 in the design, execution, and analysis of the Microelectronics industry and trends to...

The Microelectronics Industry SME will provide senior level advice and analytic support for C3 efforts to identify risk and develop long-term strategies that address critical manufacture, design, and end use of microelectronics technologies areas impacted by potential disruptions in the chain and the national industrial supply base. The candidate will support OUSD (A&S) C3 in the design and execution of Microelectronics industry analysis and assist in developing plans and strategies. The candidate will provide senior-level advice that supports the CHIPS Coordination Cell (C3) mission to support program investments to secure U.S. domestic microelectronics innovation and supply, as well as developing a strong foundation for the next generation of microelectronics technology.

The Microelectronics Industry Management will support the CHIPS Coordination Cell (C3) with mission support to program investments to secure U.S. domestic microelectronics innovation and supply as well as developing a strong foundation for the next generation of microelectronics technology. The candidate will provide organization and management support for C3 efforts and inform Industrial Base and supply chain capabilities supporting national defense. The candidate will conduct research and analysis, support establishment of priorities, develop and maintain professional networks with program stakeholders for microelectronics technologies and the defense of the national industrial base, and advance other related program initiatives and efforts.

The Congressional Affairs Coordinator will provide support to the CHIPS Coordination Cell (C3). The candidate will support OUSD (A&S) by monitoring, reviewing, and analyzing legislation (including the National Defense Authorization Act and annual appropriations bills), and recommending and coordinating the development of legislative proposals and priorities. The candidate will respond to Congressional inquiries and support OUSD (A&S) and senior DoD leader Congressional engagements, briefings, and hearings. The candidate will manage and track Congressional reports assigned to OUSD (A&S), coordinating intra- and inter-agency reviews and political appointee confirmation efforts.

The candidate will provide the CHIPS coordination cell (C3) program support in the areas of front office administration and correspondence management. This will include reviewing and finalizing decision packages, reviewing policy and DoD Issuances, and preparing, integrating changes, and coordinating executive review of key documents. The candidate will coordinate correspondence utilizing DoD's Correspondence and Task Management System (CATMS). Will review and edit correspondence to ensure logical flow, consistent use of terms, and compliance with the usage of standards for the style, format, and appearance per the DoD Manual for Written Material (DoDM 5110.04); track staff and senior-level coordination actions; and maintain DoD files. Manage schedules, maintain calendars, and set...

The candidate will lead a team supporting CHIPS Coordination Cell (C3) program investments to secure U.S. domestic microelectronics innovation and supply, as well as developing a strong foundation for the next generation of microelectronics technology. Will serve as the primary leadership point-of-contact for Contractor support allocated to the contract, direct hiring and assignment of contract personnel, and oversee the accomplishment of the tasks. Provide project management, task management, and quality management for SPA products on behalf of the project team. Assist C3 leadership in setting goals and defining the conditions for multiple projects, including expectations, metrics and outcomes. Support the design, development, and execution of analytic products, development of charts,...

In this role, the Phase 2 Action Officer will support a NAVSEA Team Submarine program office charged with the planning and management for the early stages of a major acquisition program. Responsibilities will include:The Phase 2 Action Officer 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 plans, supporting fleet integration with AUKUS program, and coordinating integrated schedule and risk analysis. This position is located at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA. This position will require traveling to the Washington Navy Yard as necessary to collaborate with Phase 2 personnel. The...

The Operations Research Analyst will conduct modeling and simulation analysis using SPA’s modeling environments GCAM and Archer/Cyber Assassin (CA) and a variety of other DoD models and modeling environments such as Advanced Framework for Simulation Integration and Modeling (AFSIM), the Synthetic Theater Operations Research Model (STORM), and the Next Generation Threat System (NGTS).  They will assist in the framing, development, and presentation of warfighting analyses by building models to analyze and assess military operations and technologies.  They will also identify, research, and incorporate modern strategies for analysis in areas such as computer science, systems engineering, and program analysis to provide timely and relevant products as well as conduct analysis of data sets,...

For this critical work, we are looking for a candidate that will proactively assist with the design, development, evaluation, and/or integration of secure networking, computing, and enclave environments.  You will support PEO IWS 2.0 Above Water Sensors & Lasers Directorate for Program Protection activities. You will be responsible for the System Security Engineering design and review process for developmental acquisition programs across PEO IWS 2.0 to ensure cybersecurity, Anti-Tamper, and Supply Chain security requirements are implemented and verified throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will also provide input on cybersecurity and system security engineering practices that are included in system design.  Addiitonally, you will be expected to manage various components of...

We are seeking a dedicated junior Systems Engineer to provide support to the Technical Director within the U.S. Navy Program Executive Office, Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS), Above Water Sensors and Lasers Directorate (IWS 2.0). At least one year of related experience is required. We expect to fill this position immediately! You will provide technical and programmatic support to the Systems Engineering Working Group Leads (e.g. Platform and Combat System Integration, Hardware and Manufacturing, Software, Requirements, Performance). You will provide technical rigor in support of Systems Engineering (SE) processes, including planning, execution and closure of System Engineering Technical Reviews (SETR), technical writing, requirements management, risk management, configuration...

The Senior Scientist will support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in addressing the scientific rationale for investments in high-risk, high-reward technology Research and Development (R&D) projects. Will apply their expertise and experience to assist Tactical Technology Office (TTO) executive leadership and program managers in developing and initiating new efforts, managing them, and seeing them through to growth and transition. This position will emphasize coordination of the technical agenda for an ongoing series of concept development workshops featuring government, industry, and academia to understand the state-of-the-art, identify promising research areas, generate ideas for credible-scale efforts, and rapidly refine them into focused pitches suitable for...

The Senior Scientist will support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in addressing the scientific rationale for investments in high-risk, high-reward technology research and development (R&D) efforts, primarily in the field of space-based platforms and systems. Will apply expertise and experience to assist Tactical Technology Office (TTO) executive leadership and program managers in identifying areas worthy of scientific exploration; and in developing, initiating, managing, and transitioning R&D projects. This position has a particular emphasis on working with program managers, industry, and academia to identify promising technological frontiers and refine broad concepts into focused program initiation pitches suitable for approval by DARPA executive leadership. Will...