Onsite DARPA Engineering Scientist

Systems Planning and Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance programs

Paid/unpaid time away

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking an Engineering Scientist to provide on-site support out of DARPA in Arlington, VA. The role emphasizes a strong technical background, program management support, and proactive problem solving.

The candidate should have DoD TS/SCI clearance, 5+ years in technology assessment, and experience with DARPA-like environments. It is an on-site position in Arlington with up to 15% travel; a collaborative team will be supporting national security

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM); may substitute a non-technical degree with demonstrated technical acumen.
• 5+ years of experience in technology assessment for military systems applications or relevant professional experience; at least 3 years of experience supporting R&D or ST programs.
• Demonstrated experience in problem definition, analysis, and requirements development for complex technologies.
• Ability to analyze military system benefits derived from advanced technologies and present the findings clearly.
• Active DoW TS/SCI clearance.
• Self-starter with excellent oral and written communication skills, with mature judgment and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with software suites such as Microsoft 365, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to work fully onsite at DARPA's HQ in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

• The candidate will apply a strong technical background and a proactive attitude in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and will be motivated to learn or already understand DARPA processes, procedures, and culture.
• The candidate will utilize technical skills to understand the complex problems associated with DARPA programs, while simultaneously providing the necessary management support to execute the day-to-day requirements.
• Will support periodic (monthly or bi-weekly) performer assessments to analyze programmatic, technical, and schedule risks and communicate findings to the Program Manager.
• Assess performer task progress and projected performer outcomes with a program team.
• Assist in preparation and execution of various reviews of programs, gathering technical information and data on progress and accomplishments from the various performers.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Communication skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking an Engineering Scientist to provide on-site support out of DARPA in Arlington, VA. The role emphasizes a strong technical background, program management support, and proactive problem solving.

The candidate should have DoD TS/SCI clearance, 5+ years in technology assessment, and experience with DARPA-like environments. It is an on-site position in Arlington with up to 15% travel; a collaborative team will be supporting national security