The candidate will develop and apply analytic methodologies and principles, including data mining, text analytics, business intelligence, modeling data, and qualitative, quantitative, and data visualization in support of ongoing initiatives. Apply data analysis experience and assist in the application of analytic techniques and provide recommendations for objective and strategic direction. Assist in resolving complex problems which require in-depth knowledge of analytic methodologies and principles. Assist in analyzing program management and acquisition data and develop data visualizations and dashboards to facilitate management decisions. Design and develop materials, evaluating the effectiveness in accordance with stated Guidelines, Directives, Standard Operating Procedures,...

The Foreign Language Analyst will support the Department of Energy's Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) with technical and program support services for Economic Security and Global Investments (ESGI) mission to ensure investments are free of Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) vulnerabilities and influence. Will provide technical and program support to ESGI in reviewing, assessing, and mitigating FEOC risks to the industrial base. Will provide data analytic and Chinese-language translation support and perform analytic deep dives for MESC/ESGI program awards and assigned MESC program focus areas. The analyst will provide analysis of foreign influence and support monitoring efforts based on risk-based matrixes and ESGI prioritization. The analyst will develop reports and...

The candidate will assist the Government program/project manager in the development of new programs and associated documentation or the execution oversight of deployed programs or technical capability integration activities. Assist the Government 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 Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). Assist the Government program/project manager in tracking project cost, schedule and technical performance. Work with CBP clients to establish and monitor the program’s execution towards milestones, key events, and...

The candidate will support CBP Component Acquisition Executive staff developing acquisition policy; conducting oversight and governance on all CBP Acquisition Programs and related efforts by providing advice and guidance on the acquisition process. This also includes reviewing acquisition documents and plans, and developing analysis on how well the programs are planned and are executing. Assist the Government personnel with preparing correspondence, briefings to programs and senior leaders, and tracking actions. Assist with development, implementation, management, and improvement of performance metrics around acquisition governance and policy. Support other acquisition analysis, strategic planning, administrative or technical support as assigned by Director Acquisition Policy and...

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

We are seeking a smart, energetic, and dedicated individual who is actively pursuing a Master's or PhD degree in Solid State Physics, Materials Engineering, or Material Science to work alongside an SPA mentor in support of DTRA Research & Development programs concerning Direct Energy and Nuclear Technologies. 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 summer 2025 start date.

Expected Contributions and Responsibilities- Create invoices of varying contract types (CPFF, T&M, FFP, etc.) as well as supporting documentation including but not limited to labor / travel backup and other reporting as required- Prepare CLIN and ACRN analysis for invoice submittals in WAWF- Maintain exceptional attention to detail in preparation of billing deliverables- Ensure all invoices comply with billing terms and contract requirements- Work with program managers to secure approval for invoices and to ensure bills are delivered timely based on both internal billing target deadlines as well as external client deadlines- Reconcile billing data to Costpoint financial reports (PSR, Revenue Worksheet, Labor Summary, Timesheet Reports) and provide detailed unbilled...

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with NATO Stakeholders to support the Capability Development Team in ACT. Will be responsible for assisting the Program Director in program and project management administration of a high visibility program. Must be a good communicator, energetic, work well within a collaborative team, and should have an understanding of early stage defense capability acquisition processes. Will support workshop activities such as preparing briefs, risk analysis, and facilitating stakeholder engagements. Will establish and maintain excellent internal and external customer relations at all levels of the organization while producing high-quality analysis that meets applicable standards and is appropriate for its intended audience and wide-spread...

You will serve as a highly qualified advisor providing direct support to the AN/SPY-6 Air and Missile Defense Radar (AMDR) Program within the Navy's Program Executive Office, Integrated Warfare Systems, Above Water Sensors Directorate's (PEO IWS 2.0). IWSG staff support a variety of tasks including: support and completion of major technical reviews; producing required acquisition documentation; meeting critical program milestone deadlines; managing program needs and external requirements, and ensuring the right resources are provided to the right priorities at the right time. A hybrid work environment is acceptable, however you must have the ability to work regularly in the vicinity of the Washington Navy yard and NSWC Dahlgren.We are seeking a full time candidate for this...

The candidate will work collaboratively with NATO Stakeholders to support the MSIF Branch in ACT.  Key duties include but are not limited to the following:- Responsible for supporting the MSIF Program Directors, Project Coordinators, and the Branch Head in maintaining a comprehensive knowledge and oversight over the planning and execution of all Programs and Projects throughout the infrastructure Portfolio. - Maintain compilation of the Infrastructure Capability program plan based on identified requirements. - Provide methodological and analytical expertise in support of the development and implementation of program plan development. - Conduct issues/risk management within the programs, and perform benefits elicitation in collaboration with stakeholders. - Provide support to the...

The candidate will support the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) program manager by participating in or leading all activities in project management, technical and programmatic risk analysis, and program-funded test coordination. As a Technical SETA in our fast-paced Strategic Technology Office (STO), you'll play a critical role in SPA's mission by assisting with the coordination of meetings, assessing performer technical progress, projecting performer outcomes, and ensuring that project management best practices are followed by performers, independent verification and validation (IV&V) entities funded by DARPA, and within DARPA itself. The candidate will apply technical research, development, and engineering experience across a breadth of DoD projects. The candidate will...

Apply familiarity with data analysis, survey tools and approaches, the ability to convert data into actionable information, and understanding of U.S. export policies. Support OTE/SIES’ Industrial Assessment Division in the design, execution, and analysis of surveys; respond to Industry Requests for Information, Industry Notice of Inquiries, Section 232 Investigations, and Foreign Availability Assessments; and perform evaluations of the effectiveness of export controls on U.S. competitiveness. Will support a range of tasks under the direction and supervision of a task lead: interact with industry to ensure survey respondents adhere to survey obligations and assist them in compliance; collect and analyze the data returned from surveys, to include drafting charts, graphs, and developing...

We have a near-term need for a Counter Directed Energy Weapons System Subject Matter Expert to provide technical expertise to research, analyze, and summarize findings of emerging technologies and advanced capabilities. This individual will assist and prepare presentations and reports to DoD leadership, outside agencies, Congress, Industry, Academia, Professional Societies and others as directed. Directly advise senior R&E leadership on state-of-the-art and future prototyping of directed energy weapons systems to programs of record.

Position DescriptionDuties associated with this role include, but are not limited to the following:- Independently perform all acquisition support functions from cradle to grave for a given mission critical program.- Provide strategic advice, technical guidance and expertise to program and project staff.- Provide detailed analysis, evaluation and recommendations for improvements, optimization development, and/or maintenance efforts for client specific or mission critical challenges/issues.- Execution of existing programs and the development of new acquisition initiatives.- Assist the government acquisition by ensuring that projects are in conformance with current DoD directives (i.e. 5000 and 8000 series) and the Milestone Decision Authority approved baseline as shown in the...

You will be responsible for developing innovative concepts of operations and capability plans, and for translating them into detailed written and graphical descriptions used to develop and support tactical, operational and strategic surface and undersea warfare analysis. Responsible for conducting military effectiveness analysis of alternative capabilities to inform the development of formal requirements and program plans across the spectrum of science and technology (S&T), research and development (R&D), and program acquisition. Support and eventually take a leading role in the development and employment of analysis and tools and in briefing analysis results to top-level government decision makers.

The candidiate must be able to provide expertise in data visualization, dashboard creation, and report generation. Write new Cognos Business Intelligence Reports in Cognos Analytics 11.x using Deltek CER and data modules after completing the report requirements assessment. Edit, update, and troubleshoot existing reports. Create and maintain user accounts and access. Maintain and enhance security of Cognos Reports Server and reports. Automate project and management reports using Cognos. Create scheduled reports to support management reporting. Conduct Quarterly Security Access Reviews for internal and external audits. Able to provide expertise in data visualization, dashboard creation, and report generation. Write new Cognos Business Intelligence Reports in Cognos Analytics 11.x using...

SPA is seeking an experienced business systems risk analysis SME to support the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its involvement with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) and the Committee for the Assessment of Foreign Participation in the United States Telecommunications Services Sector (also known as Team Telecom). CFIUS and Team Telecom are interagency committees that evaluate national security risks associated with foreign involvement with US businesses and critical infrastructure. The candidate will be responsible for conducting risk assessments based on developed methodologies that communicate the risk to the US posed by adversarial actors exercising influence over or operating through private entities. The candidate will also be responsible for...

As a software engineer within the Veracity Forecasting Group at SPA, you will be responsible for building software tools that produce authoritative, data-driven analyses for our clients. You will be responsible for helping maintain the sterling reputation that we have developed for the quality of our analytical products. As a software engineer you will be responsible for developing novel prototypes and expanding the capabilities of our existing simulation and modeling tools. This work is hybrid. Also perspective candidates can work out of either Perry Utah or Alexandria, VA. 

The Junior Risk Analyst will be assist in identifying and prioritizing CWMD mission gaps and needs. Develop and use operations research techniques such as mathematical optimization, decision analysis, graph theory, and statistical analysis. Implement data exploration techniques, analytical methods, operations research, and modeling and simulation tools to support program execution. Assist in the development of plans of action and timetables in order to meet established deadlines. Assist with development of executive briefings, detailed technical documentation, memos, and Contract Deliverables. Assist with risk assessment scenarios and various displays and reporting of analysis. 

The Junior Business Program Analyst will be responsible for applying comprehensive methods for analyzing business processes. They will be responsible for conducting capabilities-based assessments, analyses of alternatives, cost, and management analyses. They will assist in creating operational views, providing business process input to architecture development, and risk assessment. This person will help develop plans of action and timetables in order to meet established deadlines. They will assist in the development of executive briefings, detailed technical documentation, memos, and contract deliverables.