Program Analyst

Arenatechnologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; 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. (SPA) is seeking a Program Analyst to provide onsite support at DARPA in Arlington, VA. The role involves coordinating meetings for the Program Manager, tracking program progress, and assisting with draft briefings and reports to support new and ongoing programs.

The position requires a STEM background, TS/SCI clearance, and strong communication skills. Travel up to 15% may be required; candidates must be able to work fully onsite in Arlington.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM; may substitute a non-technical degree with demonstrated technical acumen
• 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced mission driven environment
• Active 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
• Able to work fully onsite

Responsibilities

• Coordinate periodic (monthly or bi-weekly) internal and external meetings for the Program Manager
• Monitor and track the programmatic progress of various performers and keep the Program Manager abreast of progress through daily communications, monthly reports, and other reports as needed
• Provide input to and coordinate development of draft briefings, reports, and various other documents to support the development and approval of new and current program concepts and technologies

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Onsite work

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Microsoft 365

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

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 Defense, Interagency Division 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.

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 an immediate need for a Program Analyst to provide onsite support out of DARPA Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

The candidate will provide program support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and will be motivated to learn DARPA processes, procedures, and culture. Will coordinate periodic (monthly or bi-weekly) internal and external meetings for the Program Manager. Monitor and track the programmatic progress of various performers and keep the Program Manager abreast of progress through daily communications, monthly reports, and other reports as needed. Provide input to and coordinate development of draft briefings, reports, and various other documents to support the development and approval of new and current program concepts and technologies.

This is a full-time on-site position in Arlington, VA. Up to 15% travel may be required.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM); may substitute a non-technical degree with demonstrated technical acumen
• 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced mission driven environment
• Active 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
• Able to work fully onsite

Desired:

• Experience with the DoW or military ecosystem
• Experience with Research and Development projects

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 $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $120,000.00/Yr.