As part of a Cyber Capabilities Prototyping Team, a full time SIGDEV SME is required on special topics to support current and new Cyber Programs. Providing critical linkage between historical efforts, published intelligence, technology, and resulting operations that will drive prototyping requirements for the programs. Key duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:- Identify new signals or communication methods that may be of intelligence value.- Perform technical analysis of signals, such as modulation, encryption, and transmission methods.- Perform target analysis to identify the source, destination, and purpose of signals, as well as their relationship to intelligence targets.- Identify methods and tools to intercept, demodulate, decode,...

Provide leadership and technical oversight to Cyber capability development team members. Coordinate transition planning with senior leadership and mission partners to define desired end state, identify gaps, and manage roadmaps. Ensure adequate resource needs are defined and available. Organize and influence a diverse community of experts from across the Operations, Acquisition, Development, and Intelligence Communities to set technical direction. Develop engineering strategies to transition integrated capabilities to the operational community. Develop and implement communication strategies regarding these capabilities to support national and/or combatant command priorities. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - Provide objective information and...

Seeking an experienced Requirements Analyst professional to support the Headquarters United States Space Force (HQ USSF) Chief Strategy and Resourcing Office (CSRO). This office is responsible for carrying out and executing strategic planning, long-range resource allocation, and developing, directing, and conducting USSF programming activities necessary to complete the USSF Program Objective Memorandum (POM). Additionally, the CSRO delivers integrated Service space strategies, policies, and requirements to provide organized, trained, and equipped space forces for employment by Joint Force Commanders.As a Requirements Analyst, job duties require the candidate to be capable of applying concepts related to Missile Warning/Missile Track, Survivable/Endurable thin line (NC3), and/or Nuclear...

Cost Estimating responsibilities include:- Develop and maintain cost estimates for equipment or systems with associated software, support equipment and software, and logistics costs in support of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) process- Provide cost data to support the development of budgets, Life Cycle Cost Estimates (LCCE), Total Ownership Costs (TOC), proposed procurement alternatives, Engineering Change Proposals and program/project plans in support of fully developed and approved design and modernization programs- Provide cost engineering support to program offices in support of Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process. Conduct analysis of funding requests, develop independent cost estimates for tasking as needed, synthesize funding requests across...

The Senior Advisor for Submarine Programs will advise multiple teams within SPA in development of innovative concepts of operations and capability plans to support top-level government decision makers and support strategic planning for submarine and combat systems program acquisition, industrial base analysis, and capability development.

The USN Airborne Electronic Attack SME’s role will include:- providing all elements of USN VAQ practices, policies, and understanding for the PMA-234 engagement team.- directing a team of operational analysis subject matter experts and software engineers with understanding of AEA operations, maintenance, and sustainment practices.- ensuring effective forecasting and analysis through cohesive compilation and assessment of AEA operational, maintenance, and logistical data.- preparing AEA operational availability and program forecast briefings for military and civilian Service leadership as directed.- reviewing policies about operations, training, and logistics that affect SPA’s interactions with the PMA.The USN AEA SME will support all tasks contained in our current PMA-234...

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on projects by providing research and development (R&D) analysis to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency: Research and Development Chemical Biological Department with emphasis on support to the Medical Integration and Warfighter Engagement. Provide strategic planning support with planning, analysis, and information gathering, as well as by relaying, coordinating, and ensuring the execution of plans, especially in case of multiple simultaneous and rapidly changing complex operations or projects. Act as an integrator and advisor between Science and Technology Managers, DoD scientists and engineers, medical and CBRN specialists, industry, academia, and Warfighters. Attend relevant enterprise and technical meetings, reviews, conferences, and the like in...

The candidate will apply expertise in Chem-Bio (CB) data collection and modeling, with a proven track record of advising and assisting in the development of Statements of Work (SOW) for CB data collection trials to support algorithm development. Apply a strong understanding of key indicators and their combinations to inform effective experimentation design. Advise on the exploration, monitoring, and analysis of technologies within warfighter chemical and biological threat experimentations. The candidate will conduct studies, prepare comprehensive reports and documentation to clearly communicate recommendations and conclusions, and develop and apply models to resolve problems and define alternative solutions. Analyze and interpret operations research rules and procedures, identify...

The candidate will serve as a Technical SME and strategist supporting the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), Research and Development-Chemical Biological Department (RD-CB), Enabling Science (CBE) Division. Will assist in monitoring research projects, with a grasp of emerging advances in CB threat characterization. Apply an understanding of DoD initiatives aimed at closing knowledge gaps by supporting foundational chemical/biological research, hazard assessment, and translation of reporting into S&T activities to enable operational threat characterization and provide decision advantage to warfighters. Apply a broad understanding of Chem Bio Defense Program (CBDP) capability gaps and assist the Government with decision-making and program, project, and product-level strategies and...

We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a degree in Physics or Engineering to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development program concerning fundamental research into space weather. 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 2025 start date.

SPA has a near-term need for a highly qualified Network Communications Engineer to serve as the subject matter expert to collaborate with multiple tenants and external communications providers on outages, testing, upgrades, impacts, risks, mitigation, status, and reporting in conjunction with planned or unplanned events.  The Engineer identifies configuration items, implements change control, configuration status accounting, and physical configuration audits.  Key duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:- Collaborate with multiple tenants and external communications providers.- Identify configuration items. - Implement change control. - Conduct configuration status accounting. - Conduct physical configuration audits.

SPA has a near-term need for a highly qualified Infrastructure Team Lead who will organize, plan, and lead the work of the infrastructure teams.  This role will serve as the lead for execution of BOSS provided IT Network Support resources and will be the single source of programmatic knowledge and ownership of assigned work for Network IT support provided by this contract. Will support government IT Operations organization and assist with ordering of IT hardware and software, as well as manage processes, strategies, and technologies that support a full lifecycle approach to managing all IT assets. IT Asset Management covers a wide spectrum of responsibility, including aiding with asset requests, approvals, procurement, receipt, setup, installation, repairs, changes, upgrades, moves,...

SPA has a near-term need for a highly qualified Chief Architect who will oversee and plan enterprise-level evolution of the consolidated OPIR TAP Lab/BGIF/OBAC hardware/software technical baseline. Will ensure the OPIR TAP Lab/BGIF/OBAC hardware/software baseline is documented, leading identification of architecture level risks, issues and opportunities, convening and running working groups (standing or temporary) when necessary to conduct studies, trades and develop solutions, developing and recommending long-term (3+ years) investments to meet strategic direction.  Additional key duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:- Lead contract execution for SSC’s OPIR TAP Lab and BGIF with a focus on mission alignment, performance, and stakeholder...

SPA has a near-term need for a highly qualified Cyber Team Lead who will be responsible for managing and coordinating cyber resources provided under the BOSS contract. This role will work closely with the ISSM and Deputy ISSM to align daily contractor activities with mission objectives. Serving as the primary point of contact and subject matter expert for all cyber support efforts under the contract, the Cyber Team Lead ensures cohesive execution and ownership of assigned tasks.  Key responsibilities include providing guidance to technical and non-technical personnel across all levels of Certification and Accreditation (C&A) efforts, overseeing the development, completion, and timely submission of C&A packages, and ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of status updates to the...

SPA has a near-term need for a highly qualified Capability Integration and Delivery Lead for the Space Sensing Ground Directorate to join our elite team at the OPIR Tools, Applications, and Processing (TAP) Lab and the Boulder Ground Innovation Facility (BGIF).  Key duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:- Lead OPIR TAP Lab Requirements Working Group.- Coordinate with RDT&E vendors and their respective Government Project Managers (GPM).- Perform work within the OPIR TAP Lab to gather, compile, and organize vendor requirements with respect to OPIR TAP Lab resources needed to perform research and development.- Support problem identification, capacity planning, network optimization and tuning, and virtual machine configurations that meet...

SPA has a near-term need for a highly qualified Chief Systems Engineer who will be at the forefront of technology exploitation and development, shaping groundbreaking advancements in remote sensing capabilities. Will play a pivotal role in managing and innovating the infrastructure that directly supports the Strategic Missile Warning Ground Acquisition Delta’s Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) mission.- Oversee and guide all systems engineering efforts supporting the OPIR TAP Lab and Boulder Ground Innovation Facility (BGIF).- Define, prioritize, and execute technical requirements, translating them into actionable and innovative solutions.- Conduct comprehensive systems engineering trade studies to evaluate and recommend strategic technology investments.- Coordinate and maintain...

SPA has a near-term need for a highly qualified Program Manager to join our innovative team supporting groundbreaking government space sensing missions. Located at the OPIR Tools, Applications, and Processing Laboratory (OPIR TAP Lab) and Boulder Ground Innovation Facility (BGIF), you will play a pivotal role in delivering technology solutions critical to our nation's security.  BGIF is the Government-controlled, Government-operated facility and infrastructure at Boulder, CO. BGIF provides the space and facility infrastructure in which OPIR TAP Lab (North) executes its RDT&E mission. In addition to the BGIF facility in Boulder Colorado, the OPIR TAP Lab North is logically and physically extended (currently three workstations; expect up to seven) into the OPIR Battlespace Awareness...

- Design and implement new system and network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current information systems- Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, troubleshoot and support information systems, routers, and switches, to include both physical and virtual- Configure routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security- Maximizing performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting- Accurately document instances of equipment or component failure, repair, installation, and removal- Investigating faults in the systems and networks, perform analysis, diagnose, and resolution of complex problems, and recommend and implement corrective actions- Coordinate services, troubleshooting, and resolutions with 3rd party transport providers- Perform...

The candidate will provide support and leadership within the TSS program for both the current implementation and as they proceed through the acquisition process to a 2nd phase funding decision. The candidate will apply their expertise in TSS to assist with the ongoing implementation/Tech Refresh at the initial set of airports. Some travel is involved. The candidate will provide reviews of various acquisition artifacts to ensure a successful decision.

The DARPA Director’s Front Office is looking for an action-oriented candidate to support technical writing, briefing coordination, and general support to office leadership. Responsibilities include creating briefs and speeches that explain complex technical ideas to a variety of audiences in a clear and concise manner. Support will also include designing, coordinating, and editing content across DARPA for external visitors. Examples of work product include responses to inquiries from DoD Components, Congress, and interested stakeholders; PowerPoint slide decks; technical briefs; and program descriptions. Responsibilities will include management of Agency-wide processes to ensure consistency in messaging. Will apply the ability to grasp the strategic-level understanding of any DARPA...