Program Analyst (Disruptive Capabilities)

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 analytic assessments that integrate the policy, operational, technical, programmatic and acquisition aspects of our clients’ challenges.

The Naval Surface Analysis Group (NSWAG), within SLA Division, focuses primarily on providing analytic and program support to the Surface Warfare component of the United States Navy, enabling enhanced decision-making regarding the allocation of resources to improve operational capabilities. This support includes personnel, manpower, and training support to OPNAV N1.

SPA has a near term need for a Program Analyst (Disruptive Capabilities), who will support United States Fleet Forces Command (USFFC) Distributed Maritime Operations (DMO) advancement, implementation, operation and execution.

Responsibilities

Serve as the subject matter expert on the coordination, planning and execution, and assessment of Fleet Disruptive Capabilities. Manage, plan, and assess Navy and Joint operations supporting the Fleet Disruptive Capabilities Governance Council. Manage assessments of Disruptive Capabilities using a common assessment framework. Be prepared to advocate for favorably assessed Disruptive Capabilities through the WIP/IPCL process, requirements letters, direct coordination with resource sponsors, or other means. Prepare products for review and approval up to the Flag Officer/Senior Executive Service level. Prepare briefs, staffing packages and provide information to update CTS items related to the advancement of Disruptive Capabilities. Manage Fleet Disruptive Capability Governance monthly meetings. Attend Disruptive Capability Office weekly meetings.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Management Information Systems

Previous military officer experience and experience working with echelon one and echelon two military commands

Six (6) years of experience as a technical lead or strategic planner on future technology programs and projects

Experience in planning naval exercises across multiple warfare domains, Navy/Joint military operations, policy, doctrine and systems, as well as experience in developing military courses of action

Experience adapting to a fast-paced, team-based environment and managing or leading team performance. Experience handling multiple priorities and interruptions with minimal impact on productivity/deliverables. Experience with advanced naval technology products and deliverables

Experience as Team or project leader, as well as an experienced public speaker and presentation skills

DoD TS/SCI clearance, and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

Regular Full-Time