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The candidate will provide direct support of the DARPA Director’s Office (DIRO) and will work closely with the Front Office team on a daily basis to ensure timely, proactive, and comprehensive administrative and programmatic support to Leadership. Will work with government leaders to track and coordinate logistics for short- and long-term projects and engagements, including working with Executive Assistants and other staff to manage daily schedules and coordinate internal and external briefings and presentations to commercial stakeholders. Travel may be required with government leaders to conferences, workshops, performer sites, and various stakeholder sites--assisting in preparing briefings for these trips and capturing follow-up items for action. Track status of projects, maintain a...

The candidate will serve as the SETA Commercial Strategy Action Officer and 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. Will provide project management and coordination for the Commercial Strategy Front Office and successfully serve DARPA’s mission. Serve as action-oriented liaison with a commitment to advancing US national and economic security. Work closely with the Front Office leadership to prioritize, communicate, and execute Commercial Strategy initiatives and special projects. Provide comprehensive project management support to the Front Office including development of strategy, planning, and decision support documents. Execute commercialization...

The DAWIA Level II or above 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 acquisition documentation and planning, and creation of white papers, studies, power point presentations, talking points and schedules. The right candidate will have strong verbal and written skills and be able to communicate and manage client expectations.  Interact with and manage stakeholder expectations and 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...

The candidate will assist clients with organizational assessments and change management processes leading to successful implementation of client strategic improvement goals and objectives. This includes structural alignment changes for effectiveness, process changes for efficiency, and systematic changes (i.e., personnel, financial, and other organizational systems).  Scope involves analysis, assessment, formulation of recommendations, and implementation planning and execution.  Also includes development and documentation of policies and procedures, progress reporting to senior leadership, and internal and external strategic communication and notifications.

The Space Technology Analysis Group is seeking a highly qualified and motivated senior acquisition specialist to support the Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC), which provides the Combatant Commands (COCOMs), U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), and the Joint Staff with effects-based, precision targeting options for selected networks and nodes in order to carry out the national security and military strategy of the United States during peace, crisis, and war. This position supports acquisition management for JWAC, which is located at the Naval Support Activity - South Potomac (NSA-SP) base located in Dahlgren, Virginia (VA). The successful candidate will provide seasoned Acquisition Support to conduct acquisition planning activities for current and future programs in accordance with...

Works with OSD project manager and other SMEs to understand and assess ICBM readiness, key metrics, and operations and maintenance issues. Prepare materials on ICBM readiness and maintenance issues for DoD leadership and proposes solutions to those issues.  Monitor ICBM Reliability, Availability and Maintainability - Cost (RAM-C) data to understand overall mission capability, weapon system reliability, logistics supportability and total ownership cost.  Assists operations research analysts and data scientists to study and understand ICBM maintenance using mathematical and data-driven models incorporating maintenance information systems (MIS) and technical orders (TOs) data.  Monitor Non-mission capable/partially-mission capable (NMC/PMC) rates, critical safety deficiency reporting,...

The Cyber Warfare Directorate provides cybersecurity and cyberspace operations expertise for the entirety of OUSD(A&S). In this role, you will assist government personnel in the planning, coordination, methodology development, execution, and follow-up for a recurring series of Cyber-focused wargames intended to identify gaps and shortfalls in critical DoD weapon systems and critical infrastructure that impact overall mission success. You will coordinate closely with Combatant Command and Service Cyber Component representatives, cyber defenders, policy makers, and mission owners.

The Cyber Warfare Directorate provides cybersecurity and cyberspace operations expertise for the entirety of OUSD(A&S). In this role, you will assist government personnel in developing policy and governance regarding the acquisition approach, systems engineering, and cybersecurity resilience of DoD weapon systems and defense critical infrastructure. You will coordinate with DoD components and agencies, provide technical and analytic support, develop position papers and potential courses of action to mitigate vulnerabilities, and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

The Cyber Warfare Directorate provides cybersecurity and cyberspace operations expertise for the entirety of OUSD(A&S). In this role, you will assist government personnel in conducting portfolio management of the Department’s development of Cyberspace Operations Capabilities, including the Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture. You will provide technical analyses and assessments of new DCO and OCO capabilities, review and/or assist in the development of operational and technical architectures, develop Analyses of Alternatives, and provide subject matter expertise on key cyber technologies.

The Cyber Warfare Directorate provides cybersecurity and cyberspace operations expertise for the entirety of OUSD(A&S). In this role, you will provide technical analyses and assessments of Supply Chain cybersecurity-related risk. You will assist government personnel in the development and refinement of SCRM-related metrics, risk mitigation options, and the development of a Whole-of-Government approach to addressing the risk arising from foreign ownership/control/influence (FOCI) of National Security Systems. In addition, you will meet and coordinate broadly across DoD with SCRM cybersecurity stakeholders and support efforts to improve collaboration with the Defense Industrial Base vendors.

The candidate will support the C4ISR Directorate within the Office of the Secretary of Defense for Strategic, Space, and Intelligence Portfolio Management. The C4ISR directorate within DASD (SSIPM) conducts portfolio management of the modernization and sustainment of the DoD Communication Systems, Networks, and ISR systems. Will assist the government in conducting technical analyses and assessments of joint service, allied, and coalition ISR systems/capabilities in support of Integrated Acquisition Portfolio Reviews (IAPRs) and Competitive Acquisition Pathfinders (CAPs). Will support all elements of the Defense Acquisition System, JROC processes such as JCIDS and PPBE, and the legislative process. Will also conduct interoperability, design, and performance studies of Geospatial and...

The C4ISR directorate within DASD(SSIPM) conducts portfolio management of the gamut of DoD communication systems and network systems. The Senior Analyst will execute technical reviews and assessments in support of Integrated Acquisition Portfolio Reviews (IAPRs) and Competitive Acquisition Pathfinders (CAPs), assess the Cost/Schedule/Performance of modernization programs, research DoD policies and instructions, and provide technical expertise for systems including Link-16, MADL, TTNT, Common Data Link, CEC, SATURN, and other systems.

SPA is looking for a successful Senior Cost Analyst to support the U.S. Space Force.   - 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 through 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 excusions, analysis, briefings, Integrated Product Team (IPT) sessions, etc.

The Commercial Strategy Deputy Team Lead 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. Primary objectives are to support the Chief of Staff in establishing and managing Commercial Strategy operations and oversee the coordination and execution of priority commercialization initiatives to advance the Commercial Strategy mission. Will provide proven experience influencing Federal budgeting, managing Front Office operations for a Federal agency, and deploying technologies for the DoD/IC. Work closely with the Chief of Staff to provide executive support and strategic and operational guidance in executing the Commercial Strategy mission. Support the Chief of Staff...

The candidate will serve as the Sr. Executive Assistant to the DARPA Chief of Commercial Strategy, and will work as part of an exciting team to provide daily administrative and executive support to the Commercial Strategy leadership team and help advance the Commercial Strategy mission. Will apply deep domain expertise and a commitment to advancing U.S. national and economic security. The Sr. Executive Assistant works closely with the Chief of Staff to coordinate and efficiently manage the Chief of Commercial Strategy’s (Chief) schedule, priorities, and relationships. Serve as the primary point-of-contact for internal and external constituencies seeking to engage the Chief. Maintain the Chief’s calendar including scheduling meetings, speaking events, and travel via the Defense Travel...

The responsibilities for the Senior Cost Analyst include being the primary point-of-contact for cost-related activities on assigned program. Lead and develop a variety of cost estimating products such as Lifecycle Cost Estimates (LCCE’s), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE’s), Alternative Analysis, Cost/Benefit Analysis and business case support. Perform duties such as data collection, model development, database management, data normalization, risk analysis, sensitivity analysis, conduct net present Value (NPV) acquisition/contract evaluation and cost/financial performance monitoring. Actively participate in technical working groups with engineering, budget, schedule, and acquisition functional team members. Provide mentoring/training guidance to fellow team members. Manage...

The candidate will create and finalize travel arrangements for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Program Managers. Serve as a primary point-of-contact to initiate, modify, and resolve travel plans, including making changes to existing flight and hotel reservations. Apply extensive knowledge of policies regarding government travel, including booking with contract fares, and serve as an onsite help technician to respond to any travel-related inquiries. Primary responsibility to effectively maintain calendars for supported DARPA staff, including de-confliction between events, send and accept meeting invites, and coordinate visit requests. Assist with planning travel projections and track travel expenditures for program managers. Analyze financial data and present program...

In this role, the Technical Authority Program Analyst 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:  1) To provide support to the NAVSEA AUKUS program, focusing on program support to undersea platform acquisition, 2) Support to the Technical Authority Integrated Project Team (TA IPT) and the TA IPT workstream leads, 3) Maintaining the TA IPT Program Risk Register; supporting integrated schedule and risk analysis, 4) Document control, and 5) Interacting with international and government partners. This position is located at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA. This position will require traveling to the Washington Navy Yard as necessary to collaborate...

Responsibilities:- Develop compliant and comprehensive Requests for Proposal (RFP) in support of multiple Government Solicitations.- Develop, negotiate, and administer subcontract agreements in accordance with company policy and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).- Execute all aspects of the acquisition life-cycle from the development of new business to the resultant subcontract agreements of varying levels of dollar value, subcontract type(s), risk, and complexity.- Work as an integral team player with the SPA Director of Subcontracts, SPA Contracts Administrators, and Program Managers for contract success.  - Be responsible for creating CPSR compliant subcontract files.- Establish and maintain excellent internal and external customer relations at all levels of the...

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...