DARPA Project Technical Lead – Onsite in Arlington

Systems Planning & Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Project Technical Lead to provide onsite support to DARPA in Arlington, VA.

The role requires a strong technical background, proactive program-management support, and the ability to assess technical and schedule risks while keeping the Program Manager informed. You will participate in reviews, draft briefings and correspondence, and help develop new concepts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM).
• 20+ years of experience with at least 10 years in one or more DARPA programs.
• Active DoW TS/SCI clearance.
• Ability to work onsite at DARPA HQ in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite support for DARPA programs and manage day-to-day requirements.
• Assess programmatic and technical risks and communicate findings to the Program Manager.
• Assist in preparing briefings, letters, and program reviews.
• Draft supporting documents and enable development of new concepts and technologies.
• Monitor progress and support monthly/bi-weekly performer assessments.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-starter

On-site work

Education

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Microsoft 365

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Project Technical Lead to provide onsite support to DARPA in Arlington, VA.

The role requires a strong technical background, proactive program-management support, and the ability to assess technical and schedule risks while keeping the Program Manager informed. You will participate in reviews, draft briefings and correspondence, and help develop new concepts.