Senior Counter-UAS Analyst

Systems Planning & Analysis; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Counter Uncrewed Systems Analyst in Alexandria, VA to support SPG and CUAS programs. The role emphasizes analytical rigor, DoD experience, and collaboration with government partners to assess risk and inform decisions.

The position requires experience with UXS/CUXS systems, project management, and the ability to develop data-driven analyses and briefing materials for leadership and stakeholders. On-site work in Alexandria is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience working with DoD programs and security requirements.
• Ability to conduct robust technical analysis to support national security decisions.

Responsibilities

• Plans and participates in CUAS test events including directing UAS pilots to conduct specific missions, collection of data, and development of reports that described performance of the system being tested.
• Directly supports the government CUXS Program Manager by developing briefing materials and coordinating meetings with stakeholders.
• Attends CUXS technology demonstrations and reports observations to inform acquisition decisions.
• Uses knowledge of military organizations and operations to assist clients with defining, understanding, and evaluating critical national security issues.
• Recommends courses of action for senior decision makers based upon their evaluation.
• Assists with identifying, developing and evaluating measures of effectiveness and risk-based assessments.
• Assists with developing scenarios, concepts of operations, or concepts of employment for U.S., friendly, and opposition forces to support campaign or tactical modeling, wargaming, or analysis.

Skills

DoD experience

CUXS/UXS systems

Project management

Technical analysis

Active DoD secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) is seeking a Counter Uncrewed Systems Analyst in Alexandria, VA to support SPG and CUAS programs. The role emphasizes analytical rigor, DoD experience, and collaboration with government partners to assess risk and inform decisions.

The position requires experience with UXS/CUXS systems, project management, and the ability to develop data-driven analyses and briefing materials for leadership and stakeholders. On-site work in Alexandria is expected.