Acquisition Analyst

Arenatechnologies; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense contractor in Virginia Beach is seeking an Acquisition Analyst to support NAVSEA's Naval Special Warfare Program Office. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, 7-10 years of relevant experience, and an active DoD Secret clearance. This role involves providing analytical support across acquisition planning and execution, developing documentation, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure compliance with DoD requirements.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of relevant acquisition or program management experience consistent with the Analyst, Management III labor category.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher).
• Demonstrated experience supporting DoD or Navy acquisition programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical, programmatic, and acquisition lifecycle expertise across planning and budgeting.
• Support development of acquisition documentation and track program performance.
• Coordinate with technical and financial stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Program management experience

Familiarity with DoD 5000 processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, management, or a related field

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 Undersea Technology Portfolio, within SPA's Sea, Land, & Air Division, 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. We support clients across the undersea and naval special warfare enterprises, including those within resourcing and requirements, acquisition, and science and technology.

SPA is seeking an Acquisition Analyst to support NAVSEA's Naval Special Warfare Program Office.

Responsibilities

The Acquisition Analyst will support NAVSEA’s PMS 340 office by providing analytical, programmatic, and acquisition lifecycle expertise across planning, budgeting, contracting, and execution activities. This role supports development of acquisition documentation, tracks program performance, coordinates with technical and financial stakeholders, and ensures alignment with DoD 5000-series requirements to enable effective delivery of PMS 340 capabilities to the Fleet.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, management, or a related field
• 7–10 years of relevant acquisition or program management experience consistent with the Analyst, Management III labor category
• Demonstrated experience supporting DoD or Navy acquisition programs, including familiarity with DoD 5000 processes
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or higher)

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience supporting NAVSEA, Special Warfare, or small craft programs
• Proficiency developing or reviewing acquisition artifacts (e.g., LCSPs, APBs, SOWs, IGCEs)
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to brief senior leadership