The successful candidate will 1) Assist Program Manager and Team Leads in the day-to-day execution of space systems analysis and operations research projects, 2) Support the development of digital models of complex real-world systems using commercial and proprietary software tools, 3) Support the preparation of deliverables (presentations, written reports, etc.) to communicate analysis-based findings and recommendations to sponsors and stakeholders, 4) Balance tasks across multiple projects concurrently and regularly communicate progress or challenges to task leads, 5) Communicate analytic results and technical information to internal and external stakeholders, and 6) Serve as a subject matter expert in spacecraft systems, satellite operations, and/or space mission engineering...

Provides critical decision and analytic support to the Nuclear Technologies directorate (NT) within the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) for wargaming, assessments, demonstration, analysis, development, and other decision-making in evaluating systems to counter WMD and counter threat networks. Supervises the software development of new wargaming capabilities and their conversion into software requirements. Performs market research for relevant advances and materials. Recommends architectural and deployment configurations. Oversees progressive development and evaluates deliverable functionality and materials. Manages government accreditation, classification, and validation processes for the deployment of MINES and THANOS, and supervises/manages technical development for these...

You will work with key stakeholders to manage event planning, transfer user provided content into a collaboration board, and oversee all on-site meetings and events. This role works closely with NRO leadership providing guidance and direction as it relates to meetings and events. You will adhere to best practices and service standards to ensure the seamless operation of all conference-related activities. You will provide the highest level of service reflecting SPAs commitment to excellence and attention to detail by creating an environment that is welcoming with productive interactions.

SPA seeks a passionate and dedicated professional interested in providing technical, data-driven support combined with strategy-informed operations research analysis. The ideal candidate will have a passion for solving challenging, unstructured, and time-critical problems in both leadership and supporting roles. The candidate will participate in analyses, assessments, and workshops that integrate technical, operational, and programmatic aspects across various elements of the Department of Defense. Will support cross-functional, high-performance teams conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, including wargaming, to inform decision makers at the highest levels of the government, including the Secretary of Defense, Congress, and the White House. Candidates can expect to manage...

What you'll do (responsibilities): You will use your problem-solving skills and academic background to frame analytic questions, build computer models, run simulations, analyze data, and visualize results relating to defense technologies and their warfighting capability and impact.  You will be expected to work independently and collaboratively with senior analysts who are experts in military operations, policy, and data science.  You will have the opportunity to present your work and findings to team and company leadership.  All the while, you will gain foundational knowledge of defense technologies, unmanned systems, and a collection of other military topics. In addition to customer support, you will be assigned to projects involving the modeling of the integration of...

The Common Missile Compartment (CMC) Program Analyst will be responsible for providing technical and programmatic support to the COLUMBIA SSBN Program Office Construction Group CMC branch in the planning, coordination, and execution of construction, certification, and sustainment activities required for the Strategic Weapon Support Systems (SWSS) for the newest class of SSBNs for both the United Kingdom (UK) Royal Navy and United States (US) Navy as part of the Polaris Sales Agreement (PSA). Responsibilities may include:- Facilitate periodic program reviews between both the US and UK government stakeholders to address status of key CMC program milestones.- Draft formal reports and presentations for Program Leadership on CMC related topics.- Act as a government client representative...

The candidate will apply a strong technical background and a proactive attitude in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and will be motivated to learn DARPA process, procedures, and culture; passionate about advanced R&D; and have strong communications and presentation skills. Utilize technical skills to understand the complex problems associated with DARPA programs, while simultaneously providing the necessary management support to execute the day-to-day requirements.  The candidate will support periodic (monthly or bi-weekly) performer assessments to analyze programmatic, technical, and schedule risks; assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies; and communicate findings to the Program Manager. Assist with program administration, including...

The successful candidate will assist the Nuclear Technologies Detection (NTD) Division in providing a data science services capable of supporting scalable, highly available application solutions that leverage cloud native services; supporting the transformation of monolithic, legacy applications to a more modular, micro-services architecture; Providing artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) pipeline architecture design, development, and test knowledge and expertise with respect to AI/ML areas including natural language processing, computer vision, machine learning, and large language modeling; providing data architecture design, development and test knowledge and expertise with respect to cloud architecture, design patterns, and data analysis requirements; and defining data...

Organization within the Office of the Secretary of Defense is looking to hire an outstanding individual with extraordinary accomplishments to contribute to the enablement of degradational effects against the nation's adversaries. Individual will serve as a subject matter expert and strategic adviser exhibiting a high degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness in the application of bespoke military and intelligence arts vital to national security. Duties include:- Creation and oversight of complex campaigns utilizing advanced stratagems, tradecraft, and technologies; - Planning discreet activities and recommending technological applications to accomplish long range objectives; - Providing objective information and analysis supporting decision making on strategic...

The Analyst will serve as a senior strategic advisor and trusted agent for a high profile client organization, focusing on rigorous efforts to strengthen the submarine manufacturing and sustainment industrial base, with a focus on understanding and assessing engagement with Australian industrial base stakeholders.  The Analyst will apply expert level familiarity with defense manufacturing, shipbuilding programs, strategic planning and international engagement to help identify, develop, and execute new strategies and initiatives to support submarine and mairtime industrial base 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...

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 candidate will support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in addressing scientific and technical frameworks for investments in high-risk, high-reward research and development (R&D) projects. The candidate will assist Tactical Technology Office (TTO) executive leadership and program managers in developing and initiating new efforts, and in overseeing subsequent project execution and transition. A key element of this is proactive communication, both written and oral, with key stakeholders. The candidate is expected to function as part of a strongly collaborative scientific and technical team, but also to act independently to complete time-critical tasks. Tasks include scientific and technical analysis, development of broadly understandable explanatory documentation...

We are seeking a Senior System Engineer to support NAVSEA program office charged with the planning and management for all stages of a major acquisition program.  Responsibilities will include strategic planning and coordination of program wide activities; ensuring compliance with DoD Acquisition Framework requirements; supporting the Acquisition Director in development of integrated budgets and Program Objective Memorandum (POM) submittals; developing and implementing office and organizational administrative policies and procedures; and collaborating directly with the Acquisition Director to determine and prioritize objectives. This position is primary located at SPA's offices in Alexandria, VA or Washington, D.C. with some opportunity for light telework. Local weekly travel to...

The candidate will provide support to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with contract financial analysis, financial dashboard development, federal spend plan management, and federal planning, programming, budget, and execution (PPBE). Support Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) National Risk Management Center (NRMC) Initiative Management and Program Support Services contract. Work collaboratively and independently with the SPA team, our clients, and their partners/stakeholders to provide program and financial analysis support with experience working with complex data sets, developing financial dashboards, supporting process development, and conducting financial analysis for organization-wide portfolios. Support the development of communications materials and...

The candidate will assist the Government Program Manager within the CBP Office of Trade in the development of the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) 2.0. ACE is the system through which the trade community reports imports and exports, and the government determines admissibility. Provide advice and guidance on the acquisition process--this includes stakeholder engagement, requirements analysis, reviewing acquisition documents and plans, and developing analysis on program performance. Assist with preparing SES and higher headquarters-level briefs, white papers, and memos used as the basis to support executive program recommendations and decisions. Assist with development of program plans, task trackers, and schedules that comply with the program's Performance Work Statement (PWS) and...

We are seeking a dedicated Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) analyst with at least 3 years of experience to provide support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) Integrated Combat Systems Department (V).  MBSE analysts will apply MBSE principles and tools to create models that communicate complex system concepts and support the system design and engineering process. You must have the ability to work from NSWC Dahlgren 3-4 days per week on average. 

- 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...

Provide subject matter expertise (SME) in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and data science (AI/ML/DS) to advise and assist the Office of the Chief Data and AI Officer (OCDAO) in policy formation and implementation, technical, and advance analytic support. Utilize deep knowledge of AI/ML/DS technologies to make recommendations to DTRA leadership and AI/ML/DS stakeholders on how to better support the development, incorporation of, and use of AI/ML/DS technologies at DTRA. Support the development and implementation of Federal and DoD AI requirements, such as the responsible and safe use of AI (e.g., Responsible AI Toolkit) and AI Inventory. Support the implementation of DTRA’s AI risk management framework, including reviewing risks associated with DTRA AI use cases and...

The Digital Product Data Integration Systems Engineer will be responsible to the Integrated Product Development Environment (IPDE) government lead in support to the COLUMBIA SSBN Program Office (PMS397). The purpose of IPDE is to help streamline the shipbuilding process for the newest class of Navy Strategic Submarines (SSBNs) by integrating the ship’s design, construction, and production team for improved collaboration, efficiency, and reduction in risk and costs.  This position is responsible for directly supporting the PMS397 technical leadership staff for this critical effort.  In this role you will be assigned direct tasking related to incoming technical commitments, lifecycle implementation gaps, and other efforts within the IPDE System Integration Team (SIT) area.  The...

Principal responsibility is to assist in guiding organizational development activities for SSP and other clients leveraging and building on the High Consequence Event Prevention Framework, a vehicle for strengthening and sustaining culture in organizations engaged in complex system activities. Secondary responsibility will be to support other high reliability organization consulting and development activities. Additional assignments focused on other SPA projects to leverage relevant experience and capabilities.