Scientific Program Analyst Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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, producingresults that matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. 

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of War, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of War, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues. 

The Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the Department of War (DoW). These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSW(A&S)), DARPA, the Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively.Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future. 

We have a future need for an NC3 Program Analyst to provide onsite support at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. 

Responsibilities

The NC3 Program Analyst will support to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Strategic, Space, and Intelligence Portfolio Management (DASW(SSIPM)) Nuclear Command, Control, and Communication (NC3) directorate. The candidate shall provide technical leadership evaluating and integrating indications and warning and situation monitoring for programs for NC3, and support technical efforts and liaison with program sponsors and DoW NC3 program leadership. Assist in ensuring timely execution of tasks and the quality of technical products through the application of best engineering practices; apply understanding of the capabilities and limitations of current NC3 Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment capabilities; provide support for the integration of investment portfolios, critical development paths, and mission analysis across the NC3 domain; ensureNC3 indications and warning and situation monitoring capabilities are structured to include both traditional and emerging threats; assist in monitoring all DoD Nuclear Threat Monitoring research and engineering investments; prepare senior leaders for engagements across the department in the form of briefing books, read-ahead memos, and daily interaction's with key stakeholders; and communicate clearly and concisely to distill a wide variety of information for senior leaders. 

Qualifications

Required: 

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field 

• 8+ years of experience on tasks associated with Indications and Warning, NC3 Integrated Tactical Warning and Attack Assessment, Ballistic Missile Defense, DoW Space or Ground Based Sensor Systems 

• 5+ years experience with DoW acquisition process (PPBE, DoDI 5000.02) 

• Experience conducting technical and programmatic analysis of DoW Nuclear Command, Control, and Communications (NC3) systems and programs 

• Knowledge of NC3 mission, concept of operations, roles and relationships across DoW 

• Experience with capability portfolio management 

• Ability to synthesize information into papers, briefings, and presentations for senior DoW leaders 

• Experience writing for and presenting to senior DoW decision makers; demonstrated organizational, analytical, and writing skills 

• Active TS/SCI clearance 

• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs 

Desired: 

• PMP Certification or DAWIA Program Management Certification
• PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field 
• Experience working with OSW, Joint Staff, and/or Service-level staffs 

Pay Range InformationAt 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 $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $200,000.00/Yr.Employment Type: FULL_TIME