Senior Program Analyst – Onsite DARPA (Arlington), TS/SCI

Systems Planning and Analysis; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Sr. Program Analyst to provide on-site DARPA support in Arlington, VA. The role focuses on coordinating program activities, tracking progress, and preparing briefings for senior leadership.

Qualified candidates hold a STEM Master’s, 10+ years in program analysis, active DoD TS/SCI clearance, and are adept at MS 365 tools. On-site work with up to 15% travel; strong communication and leadership required.

Qualifications

• Master's in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) or equivalent with demonstrated technical acumen.
• 10+ years of experience in a program analyst or management role.
• Experience leading analytical or assessment processes for technical, business, and administrative goals.
• Proven experience directing or mentoring other personnel on complex tasks.
• Active DoW TS/SCI clearance.
• Self-starter with excellent oral and written communication, mature judgment and attention to detail.
• Ability to work fully onsite at DARPA's HQ in Arlington, VA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide program support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and learn DARPA processes, procedures, and culture.
• Coordinate periodic internal and external meetings for the Program Manager.
• Monitor and track the programmatic progress and keep the Program Manager abreast of progress through daily communications and monthly reports.
• Draft briefings, reports, and documents to support development and approval of new and current program concepts and technologies.
• Liaise with and draft documents for Program Managers, legal and contractual personnel, and administrative support staff.
• Communicate clearly and effectively complex issues to senior executive audiences, inside and outside the DoD.

Education

Master's in STEM

Tools

Microsoft 365

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Sr. Program Analyst to provide on-site DARPA support in Arlington, VA. The role focuses on coordinating program activities, tracking progress, and preparing briefings for senior leadership.

Qualified candidates hold a STEM Master’s, 10+ years in program analysis, active DoD TS/SCI clearance, and are adept at MS 365 tools. On-site work with up to 15% travel; strong communication and leadership required.