Naval Special Warfare Program Analyst (Senior - VA Beach)

About the role

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.

The Undersea Technology Analysis Portfolio (UTAP), within the Sea, Land, & Air Analysis Group in SPA, conducts rigorous and objective analyses to enable the Navy and other DoD organizations to make decisions, plans, and strategies to deliver emerging undersea technologies and warfighting capabilities.

Responsibilities

This role will support the Naval Special Warfare program office, PMS 340. The Program Analyst will report full-time to a client site in Virginia Beach, VA, based upon the needs of the client.

• Identifying capability gaps, developing requirements, and generating solutions
• Assessing the operational utility and technical feasibility of new technologies
• Execution of acquisition and technology development programs, including developing plans and roadmaps to mature, deliver, and sustain new technologies
• Analysis of vulnerabilities and threats to undersea platforms and systems
• Quantitative analysis and modeling of undersea forces and their missions

Requirements

SPA has an immediate need for a Program Analyst for upcoming support to the Program Executive Office (PEO) for Unmanned and Small Combatants (USC), located in Alexandria, VA.

• Bachelor's Degree in a business or technical field
• 7-10 years of experience in engineering/science management, operations research analysis or financial/cost analysis
• Experience in U.S. Navy programs or operations
• Secret clearance

Desired qualifications include a Master's Degree in a business or technical field, Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certificate, and significant experience with Naval Special Warfare programs.

Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, desired qualifications include:

• Master's Degree in a business or technical field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certificate
• >10 years of experience in engineering/science management, operations research analysis or financial/cost analysis
• Familiarity with Deep Submergence System - Scope of Certification programs
• Significant experience with Naval Special Warfare programs
• Experience with Small Arms acquisition programs or in NSW Special Access Programs

Pay

The salary range for this position is: USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $155,000.00/Yr.

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.