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 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, identifying test infrastructure, 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 an upcoming need for a Nuclear Survivability T&E Analyst to provide onsite support in Alexandria, VA.
Responsibilities:
SPA is seeking a Senior Technical Analyst to support the TRMC Test Resource Modernization Division by assessing the adequacy of DoW test and evaluation infrastructure, facilities, funding, and workforce for nuclear survivability, ground, and flight testing. The analyst will facilitate TRMC participation in the Nuclear Modernization T&E Working Group and related DoW forums, develop decision‐ready materials and recommendations for senior leaders, and navigate T&E processes across the TRMC portfolio. The role also includes reviewing policy, budget, and legislation for impacts on test infrastructure and supporting the definition of nuclear survivability T&E requirements, identification of infrastructure gaps, and development of potential solutions and investment approaches.
Qualifications
Required:
7+ years of experience in test and evaluation planning and execution.5+ years of experience with the Defense Acquisition System.5+ years of experience with nuclear weapons effects and/or strategic weapon systems at the operational or programmatic level. Master's degree; STEM field highly preferred. Understanding of nuclear weapon effects survivability of DoW mission systems. Understanding of the DoW acquisition and PPBE processes. Active Secret clearance (TS/SCI desired).Ability to support occasional travel (less than 10%).Able to work fully onsite based on client needs. Desired: Experience serving as a DoW Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, or Staff Officer. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. DAWIA Level I, II, or III certification in Program Management and/or Test and Evaluation. Knowledge of radiation testing for vulnerabilities of electronics. Familiarity with DoW or commercial‐space radiation testing.
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 $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $200,000.00/Yr. Job SummaryID: 2026-22624
Category: Program & Project Management, Financial and Contract Support
Security Clearance Requirement: Secret
Type: Regular Full-Time
Level: Senior
