Nuclear Acquisition Analyst

Arenatechnologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Nuclear Acquisition Analyst in Arlington, VA, to support the oversight of nuclear modernization programs. This role requires 7+ years of experience, active TS/SCI clearance, and expertise in the Defense Acquisition System. The analyst will create materials for senior leadership, navigate acquisition processes, and manage systems from development to fielding in a critical defense environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in relevant fields.
• 5+ years with nuclear weapons and acquisition systems.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support oversight of Nuclear Triad sustainment and modernization.
• Develop decision-ready materials for senior leaders.
• Manage portfolio through development, production, and fielding.

Skills

Experience with Defense Acquisition System

Knowledge of nuclear weapons and weapon systems

Understanding DoDI 5000.02

Project Management expertise

Education

Master's degree

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 (AS)), DARPA, the Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. 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 a future need for a Nuclear Acquisition Analyst to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

SPA is seeking an experienced Nuclear Acquisition Analyst to support OSW oversight of the Nuclear Triad sustainment and modernization, with a primary focus on nuclear modernization programs in any legs of the nuclear Triad. Will provide support to the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Strategic, Space, and Intelligence Portfolio Management (DASW (SSIPM)) in the Strategic Deterrence and Capabilities (SDC) Directorate. Will also support DASW (SSIPM)s participation in the Nuclear Weapons Council and other DoW nuclear-related forums and will develop decision‑ready material for senior leaders and apply the initiative to navigate headquarters and acquisition processes to support the DASD portfolio management responsibilities. The Nuclear Acquisition Analyst will support portfolio management and oversight of systems through development, production, and fielding to the warfighter.

Qualifications

Required:

• 7+ years of experience
• 5+ years of experience with the Defense Acquisition System
• 5+ years of experience with nuclear weapons and weapon systems at the operational and programmatic level
• 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 as a DoW Program Manager/Deputy Program Manager
• Project Management Professional Certification
• Experience supporting the Sentinel, LRSO, or ALCM programs
• Special Access Program eligibility