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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.

Spa’s Sea Land Air (SLA) Division supports a diverse portfolio of national security government clients, including the Undersea Enterprise, the Navy Surface Community, the Navy MPTE Enterprise, the Air Force, Army, DoD Agencies, DARPA, international clients including the Canadian Navy and Australian Defence Force. Our primary objective is to provide timely, objective and analytical assessments that integrate the policy, operational, technical, programmatic and acquisition aspects of our clients’ challenges. Leveraging both in‑domain and cross‑domain expertise to maximize our clients’ success, SLA Division acts as trusted agents to senior decision‑makers and key leaders and excels at providing data‑driven analytical insights, systems engineering, strategies and plans that address current and emerging challenges to national security.

Spa is seeking a Senior Acquisition Management Support Analyst to support a Navy client.

The Senior Acquisition Management Support Analyst is concerned with Acquisition Management and provides daily program, analytical, and acquisition management support to senior‑level executives. Acquisition Management provides detailed‐oriented management of records, business research analysis, and valuation strategies. They may also be involved in various administrative tasks. Acquisition Management should have strong computer, finance, and analytical skills. They will often work with or lead teams.

The ideal candidate will possess experience in performing the following tasks:

• Provide daily program, analytical, and acquisition management support to senior‑level executives
• Manage records, conduct business research analysis, and develop valuation strategies to support program objectives
• Perform various administrative tasks as required
• Apply strong computer, finance, and analytical skills to acquisition processes
• Lead or participate in teams to deliver acquisition management solutions
• Support DoD acquisition organizations across ACAT I/II, ACAT III/IV, AAPs, Projects, and Adaptive Acquisition Framework Pathways
• Ensure compliance with DoD and Navy acquisition policies and procedures

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. CA Pay Transparency Salary Range: $130K - $165K.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 7 - 15 years of acquisition management support experience
• Proficiency in DoW acquisition laws, policies, regulations and legislation
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Top Secret/SCI Clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

• Program management experience with the Navy or comparable DoW Acquisition Agencies