Acquisition Analyst

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks an Acquisition Analyst to join our Arlington, VA team supporting the Department of War transformation efforts. The role emphasizes translating senior guidance into actionable recommendations and tracking progress across multiple transformation tasks.

This position requires 10+ years in defense acquisitions, DoDI 5000.02 knowledge, a Master’s degree, and an active TS/SCI clearance, with onsite work and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in acquisition and program management.
• 5+ years of experience with the Defense Acquisition System.
• Understanding of DoDI 5000.02 and the DoW acquisition process.
• Master's degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Willingness for occasional travel (less than 10%).
• DAWIA or DAU PM certification.
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Support DoW Acquisition Transformation efforts as a core team member and translate senior guidance into actionable recommendations for OASW(A) and DoW leadership.
• Track implementation progress and accelerate execution; manage workflows across 38 secretary-directed transformation tasks.
• Drive accountability across the DoW and the Services and ensure strategic alignment among all stakeholders.
• Apply extensive experience with the DoW acquisition process and program management with senior DoW leadership.

Skills

10+ years experience

DoD Acquisition System knowledge

Understanding DoDI 5000.02

Willingness to travel

Onsite work readiness

Education

Master's degree

Tools

DAWIA/DAU PM certification

Job description

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)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Personnel and Readiness (OUSW(P&R)) and the Joint Staff. 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 an upcoming need for an Acquisition Analyst to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

The Acquisition Analyst will support Department of War (DoW) Acquisition Transformation efforts. Will serve as a core team member supporting the OASW(A) Acquisition Transformation Senior Advisory Group (SAG), working with internal and external experts to translate senior-level guidance into actionable, implementation-ready recommendations for OASW(A) and DoW leadership. Will track implementation progress to enable rapid senior leader decision making and accelerate execution; manage workflows and dependencies across all 38 Secretary-directed transformation tasks; drive a culture of accountability across the DoW and the Services by following actions from inception through completion; and ensure strategic alignment among all stakeholders. Apply extensive experience with the DoW acquisition process, a comprehensive understanding of DoW program management and how programs progress through the acquisition lifecycle, and demonstrated ability to work closely and confidently with senior DoW leadership at the ASW and USW levels.

Qualifications

Required:

• 10+ years of experience
• 5+ years of experience with the Defense Acquisition System
• Understanding of DoDI 5000.02 and the DoW acquisition process
• Master's degree
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Willingness for occasional travel (may be required (less than 10%))
• DAWIA or DAU PM certification
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Desired:

• Experience developing or updating acquisition policy directives and instructions
• Experience as a DoW Program Manager/Deputy Program Manager
• Project Management Professional Certification or DAWIA Level II or III in Program Management

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 $160,000.00/Yr. - USD $210,000.00/Yr.