Program Action Officer

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, SPA is known for continuous innovation for government customers in the US and abroad. The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to customers across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets, offering a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities. The team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts evaluates military problems, identifies driving factors, devises innovative approaches, collects applicable data, develops software tools, and performs thorough assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions ensuring U.S. military forces retain military superiority. This position provides onsite support out of Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive operational, coordination, and administrative oversight to DARPA BTO Program Managers (PMs) and Deputy Program Managers (DPMs).
• Serve as the central operational pivot for the program team by managing workflow deconfliction, tracking critical tasks and solicitations, coordinating high-level briefings, and facilitating seamless engagement with DARPA support offices and external transition partners.
• Provide targeted scheduling, workflow optimization, and accountability support.
• Serve as the central clearinghouse for program reporting and official leadership queries.
• Coordinate administrative workflows during source selection, program reporting, and ongoing execution.
• Direct administrative and operational processes to ensure program timelines are strictly maintained.
• Facilitate seamless operations between DARPA, performing teams, and external government transition partners.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of relevant work experience
• Active Secret clearance
• Strong writing and communication skills and expert proficiency using Microsoft Suite
• Able to report to Arlington, VA full-time based upon client needs

Desired:

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Prior DoD experience and working knowledge of one or more DARPA programs

Pay Range Information

SPA offers a robust total compensation package including competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Eligible employees may enroll in 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. Specific programs and options vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Virginia Pay Transparency Salary Range: USD $140,000.00/Yr. - USD $165,000.00/Yr.