Military Satellite Communications Acquisition Analyst

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, 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

a future

need for a Military Satellite Communications Acquisition Analyst to provide onsite support at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

SPA is seeking an experienced MILSATCOM Acquisition Analyst to provide subject matter

expertise

in the modernization and sustainment of

a number of

systems/programs. The Analyst will provide acquisition, programmatic, and in-depth technical, engineering, integration, and resiliency support for satellite communications (SATCOM) systems. Will specifically address space, terminal, and ground mission planning and control segments of SATCOM systems for development, production, and fielding (e.g., Enhanced Polar System-Recapitalization (EPS-R), Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS), Protected Tactical SATCOM (PTS), Advanced Extremely High Frequency (AEHF), Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS), Mobile User Objective System (MUOS), Family of Advanced Beyond-Line-of-Sight Terminals (FAB-T), Protected Tactical Enterprise Service (PTES), and commercial or hybrid SATCOM systems supporting

DoW

in any orbital plane).

Qualifications

Required:

7+ years of acquisition, design, or operational experience with military satellite communications systems and programs

10+ years of experience with military operations, acquisition, or design of military systems in general

Master's Degree

Active TS/SCI clearance

Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Desired:

Previous

experience supporting a PEO or PMO

DAWIA/DAU PM certification

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 $155,000.00/Yr. - USD $185,000.00/Yr.