Joint Kill Chain & Communications Architect

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Joint Kill Chain & Communications Integrator to provide SETA support to a DoD program office, focusing on radio and weapon system integration within the kill chain.

You will develop CONOPS/TTPs, advise on joint munitions programs, align with the communications architecture, and lead tests and demonstrations to validate system performance for warfighters. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI, have 10+ years of DoD C2/weapon systems experience,

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance and recent experience supporting U.S. Navy SAPs.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant Engineering or technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in DoD command and control, weapon systems integration, or a related field.
• Significant experience with joint service munitions development, including coordination of requirements, funding, and testing across services.
• Experience developing, authoring, or evaluating CONOPS and TTPs for complex, network-enabled weapon systems.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering, the DoD acquisition process, and kill chain analysis.
• Proven ability to work full-time in a SCIF/SAPF environment.
• Ability to travel 25% to 50%.
• Able to work full-time in a SCIF/SAPF environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary technical advisor on weapon and radio integration, tactical networking, and the development and integration of network-enabled munitions.
• Advise on joint munitions development programs, ensuring cross-service compatibility and integration into existing and future kill chains.
• Develop, review, and refine joint Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for the employment of integrated weapon systems, ensuring alignment with the communications architecture.
• Provide SME support for the integration of Tactical Data Links (TDL) and military communication systems to ensure effective kill chain execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and validate complex DoD systems, advanced weapon systems, C4ISR equipment, and fire control systems.
• Analyze and influence system requirements to ensure alignment with joint service needs and program priorities.
• Facilitate interoperability between joint, allied, and coalition systems by advising on integration strategies and participating in technical working groups.
• Lead and support planning, execution, and analysis of test events, live-fire exercises, and demonstrations to validate system performance.
• Communicate complex technical findings and data-driven recommendations to senior military leaders, program managers, and engineers.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

DoD C2 experience

Weapon systems integration

CONOPS/TTP development

Systems engineering

Travel up to 50%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Joint Kill Chain & Communications Integrator to provide SETA support to a DoD program office, focusing on radio and weapon system integration within the kill chain.

You will develop CONOPS/TTPs, advise on joint munitions programs, align with the communications architecture, and lead tests and demonstrations to validate system performance for warfighters. Candidates must hold an active TS/SCI, have 10+ years of DoD C2/weapon systems experience,