About this 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. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.
The Strategic Technology Analysis Group (STAG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, offers sophisticated capabilities (people, process & tools) to resolve unique problems in space, cyber, and special operations in support to military services, Secretary of Defense offices (OSD) and theater warfighters. Our portfolio includes the Assistant Secretary of Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration (SAF/SQ), Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC), Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP), National Space Defense Center (NSDC), Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC), Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO), US Space Command (USSPACECOM) and US Space Force (USSF). Come be a part of a high-speed low-drag organization providing unique and tailored solutions for our National Defense!
SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified Rapid Prototype Technical Project Lead.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Technical Project Lead to support a DoD office in the development of rapid prototyping effects focused on Long Range Fires. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Systems Engineering and DoD acquisition including prototyping, military capability development, and familiarity with hypersonics. This position requires substantial technical and programmatic engagements with acquisition partners, vendors, DoD and IC stakeholders, and capability prototype-to-operations transition partners.
Key duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Prioritize, orchestrate, and ensure high-quality completion of critical tasks in support of overall project execution.
- Track/manage technical tasks in support of overall project execution.
- Oversee a cross functional team composed of Government, National Lab, and Industry performers.
- Oversee and direct Modeling, Simulation and Analysis (MS&A) to inform Concepts of Operation (CONOPS) development and validation of requirements.
- Represent project team at Program Reviews, to include System Requirements Reviews (SRRs), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDRs), Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), and Technical Exchange Meetings (TEMs).
- Oversee Systems Engineering (SE) development and execution.
- Leverage hypersonics expertise to inform prototyping design.
Qualifications
Required:
- Active TS/SCI with SCI and SAP eligibility required at time of application
- Bachelor’s degree in a science/engineering/electrical or computer related field
- Minimum 10 years of experiance supporting technical DoD acquisition programs
- Experiance in systems engineering, MBSE, and modeling and simulation
- Experiance in prototyping, military capability development, and hypersonics
- Able to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DoD, IC, military/civilian personnel, and industry partners
- Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, and initiative, and require minimal supervision
- Ability to work both independently and in teams to meet mission objectives
- Capability to track and coordinate multiple simultaneous efforts
- Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS
- Able to effectively communicate and exchange information with peers and senior personnel; good oral and written communication skills
- Reports to designated work location in Chantilly, VA, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer
Desired:
- Master’s degree or higher in a science/engineering/electrical or computer related field
Other facts
About Systems Planning and Analysis
Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA) is a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insights for critical national security programs. We deliver timely, objective, and rigorous analysis, helping to solve our US and Allies' most challenging problems.
Powered by a wide-ranging set of differentiated capabilities, SPA is known for deep expertise in operational and programmatic areas. We enable our best and brightest teams to focus on the issue at hand, amplifying their mission-centric experience with our suite of leading-edge software tools, which are designed to customize every solution we deliver.
As a longtime trusted agent, SPA is known for Executing with Excellence. Our five-decade history of providing documented, exceptional quality is the foundation of the trust we establish with each client. Far from being a generic service provider, SPA is well known for innovative approaches that address each client’s unique needs with the expertise and attention they require.
SPA's awards include GovCon Contractor of the Year in 2022, Washington Post Top Workplace consecutively since 2014, and Department of Labor HIRE Vets Gold Medallion for the past seven consecutive years.
We are growing rapidly, proud to be the service provider, teaming partner, and employer of choice. Join us!
What you'll do
- The Technical Project Lead will support a DoD office in developing rapid prototyping effects focused on Long Range Fires. Key duties include overseeing a cross-functional team, managing technical tasks, and representing the project team at various program reviews.
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