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Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Undersea Technology Portfolio, within SPA's Sea, Land, & Air Division, conducts rigorous and objective analyses to enable the Navy and other DoD organizations to make decisions, plans, and strategies to deliver emerging technologies and warfighting capabilities. We support clients across the undersea, naval special warfare, and expeditionary warfare enterprises, including those within resourcing and requirements, acquisition, and science and technology.
SPA is seeking a Program Analyst to support NAVSEA's Naval Special Warfare Program Office.
Responsibilities
Assists Government client(s) in the acquisition process with understanding, establishing, and analyzing existing and future systems definitions and designs based on projected threats and new technologies, utilizing client systems. Assists the Program leadership in monitoring the program by utilizing systems and processes designed to meet customer guidelines and to ensure work scope, deliverables, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained. Uses quantitative analytical techniques to assess system acquisition process and develop risk reduction and mitigation strategies for improving program planning, control, and execution. Analyzes existing and future systems based on projected threats and new technologies. Participates in and report on cost, schedule, performance, variance, and risk analysis. Defines, generates reviews, and ensures acquisition documentation is accurate, complete, and meets government specifications and standards. Assists with the day-to-day management of acquisition programs and/or special projects. Reports to a designated work location, up to full-time, based upon the needs of the client.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:

• One or more years of related work experience with BA/BS degree or higher (additional years of relevant experience may be substituted) in STEM, Business, Statistics, International Relations, Military Studies, Political Science, National Security, Government Economics or related field of study
• Knowledge of the relevant government acquisition process. For example, JCIDS and DoD 5000 series instructions, and other guidance from the relevant government agency customer
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
• Able to effectively manage time and collaborate across a diverse set of group/division priorities
• Knowledge of developing briefs and reports for project leadership team review
• Additional requirements as needed by contract or division/group and/or company requirements
• Active Secret clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. VA Pay Transparency Salary range: $75K - $90K
Pay Range Information
At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $75,000.00/Yr. - USD $90,000.00/Yr.