Modeling and Simulation Team Lead - Campaign Analysis

Systems Planning & Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Team Lead to oversee campaign-level analyses aligned with DPS.

The role requires on-site work at the Pentagon in a classified space and entails guiding analytic priorities for Navy force design and resource allocation. The ideal candidate has advanced experience in modeling/simulation, project scheduling, and executive briefings, plus active DoD secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, Data Science, or related field.
• 15 years of professional experience in one or more of the listed disciplines, or 7 years in warfighting analysis or proven Operations Analysis subspecialty code.
• Experience must include supporting modeling and simulation–based analysis and managing budgeting, warfare analysis, project scheduling/tracking, and logistics requirements analysis
• Experience developing white papers, project documents, and executive level briefings; effective written and verbal communication (short technical presentation required during interview)
• Active DoD Secret Clearance (and the ability to upgrade to and maintain a TS/SCI clearance throughout employment)

Responsibilities

• Provide senior level oversight of campaign modeling, simulation design, and analytic methodologies.
• Guide analytic priorities and ensure alignment with Navy strategic objectives and DPS requirements.
• Integrate operational, technical, programmatic, and acquisition considerations into enterprise level assessments.
• Oversee synthesis of complex data and ensure analytic findings meet leadership expectations for clarity, rigor, and relevance.
• Direct preparation of executive level briefings, reports, and recommendations for senior Navy stakeholders.
• Manage workload across multiple efforts and ensure analytic quality, transparency, and timely delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Data visualization software

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. Within SPA's Sea, Land, Air Division, the Operations Research and Cyber Analysis (ORCA) Group applies advanced modeling, simulation, MBSE, and data driven methods to inform senior leaders on operational risk, future capabilities, and resource investment decisions ORCA has an immediate need for a Modeling and Simulation Team Lead to provide high level analytic oversight and strategic guidance for Navy campaign analysis. #KS

Responsibilities

The Modeling and Simulation Team Lead will lead the development, execution, and interpretation of campaign level analyses aligned with approved Defense Planning Scenarios (DPS). Serving as a senior advisor, the analyst will oversee modeling approaches, assess alternative capabilities, and deliver insight to inform Navy leadership on force design and resource allocation decisions. This role requires the ability to guide analytic priorities, ensure analytic rigor, and communicate results effectively to senior and executive level stakeholders.

The Candidate Will Be Required To Work On-site At The Pentagon During Normal Work Hours In a Classified Space. Responsibilities Include The Following:

• Provide senior level oversight of campaign modeling, simulation design, and analytic methodologies.
• Guide analytic priorities and ensure alignment with Navy strategic objectives and DPS requirements.
• Integrate operational, technical, programmatic, and acquisition considerations into enterprise level assessments.
• Oversee synthesis of complex data and ensure analytic findings meet leadership expectations for clarity, rigor, and relevance.
• Direct preparation of executive level briefings, reports, and recommendations for senior Navy stakeholders.
• Manage workload across multiple efforts and ensure analytic quality, transparency, and timely delivery.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, Data Science, or related field
• 15 years of professional experience in one or more of the listed disciplines, or 7 years in warfighting analysis or proven Operations Analysis subspecialty code
• Experience must include supporting modeling and simulation–based analysis and managing budgeting, warfare analysis, project scheduling/tracking, and logistics requirements analysis
• Experience developing white papers, project documents, and executive level briefings; effective written and verbal communication (short technical presentation required during interview)
• Active DoD Secret Clearance (and the ability to upgrade to and maintain a TS/SCI clearance throughout employment)

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity or experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Experience with data visualization software
• Active DoD TS//SCI clearance with eligibility for Special Access Programs

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 $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $156,000.00/Yr.