Operations Research Analysis SME

Systems Planning & Analysis, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. seeks an Operations Research SME to assist with SE and T&E programs for the DHS. Primary work at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA with visits to VA/DC sites.

The role requires a Master’s degree, 20+ years of experience, and DHS T&E credentials. Onsite work and an active Secret clearance are expected, with comprehensive program knowledge and policy guidance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent credits/certifications.
• 20+ years of experience.
• DHS T&E Level 3, DAWIA T&E Practitioner Level 2/3, and/or CTEP.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.

Responsibilities

• Review and comment/revise program T&E documents and provide advice to the Government.
• Develop and update internal and external T&E processes and policy documents.
• Review and advise on a wide range of program T&E and acquisition documents.
• Collaborate with Operational Test Directors and test teams to develop and revise test reports, and analyze data from all test phases.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

On-site readiness

Education

Master's degree or equivalent credits/certifications

DHS T&E Level 3 / DAWIA T&E Practitioner Level 2/3 / CTEP

Tools

Microsoft Office

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, producingResults 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 Defense, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, 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 Critical Infrastructure Group (CIG) within JOID provides technical, programmatic and analytical support to customers with missions in national security to include the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Group brings technical and operational expertise in fields of countering weapons of mass destruction, critical infrastructure protection, emergency response, nuclear non-proliferation, weapons deployment programs, and transportation safety. In addition to management and advisory services, CIG staff collaborate closely with our clients to provide high-quality modeling, simulation, software, and analytical products to meet the most demanding government standards and timelines.

We have a future need for an Operations Research SME to assist with systems engineering (SE) and testing and evaluation (T&E) programs in support of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The primary place of performance will be at SPA Headquarters in Alexandria, VA with regular visits to customer sites in VA and DC.

Responsibilities

The Operations Research Analysis SME will review and comment/revise program T&E documents and provide advice to the Government. Help develop and update internal and external T&E processes and policy documents so they align with DHS directives and acquisition policy, and provide decision-makers with sufficient T&E information for milestone decisions. Review Office of T&E processes and recommend improvements to program management and T&E execution, including internal process guides, best practices, and document workflows, using research of government and industry T&E/acquisition sources. Review, edit, and advise on a wide range of program T&E and acquisition documents (e.g., Operational Requirements Documents, Acquisition Strategies, Program Management Baselines/Plans, T&E strategies, Test Plans, TEMPs, test and system evaluation reports, LOAs, AoAs, and similar documents). Collaborate with Operational Test Directors and test teams to develop and revise test reports, and select/analyze data from all test phases to assess Critical Operating Issues, the system under test, and related systems in realistic operational scenarios.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree or equivalent credits/certifications.
• 20+ years of experience.
• DHS T&E Level 3, DAWIA T&E Practitioner Level 2/3, and/or CTEP (Certified Test and Evaluation Professional).
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both in written and verbal formats, with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain DHS Suitability.
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.

Desired:

• Experience providing assistance to program planning and oversight, exercise, development, execution and evaluation; system level analysis; system integration support inclusive of understanding of threats and vulnerability; technical assessment & evaluation to support and complement the Government’s technical experts in applying both acquisition efforts and RDT&E towards accomplishing the DHS mission.
• Prior experience supporting DHS programs.
• Active DHS Suitability.

Pay Range Information

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Health insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• A number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $180,000.00/Yr. - USD $200,000.00/Yr.