Senior Program Analyst — Onsite DARPA Programs Lead

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; 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 onsite support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in Arlington, VA.

You will coordinate meetings, monitor program progress, and draft materials for program concepts while liaising with managers, legal, and admin staff. The role requires a STEM master's, 10+ years in a program or management role, and an active DoD TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide program support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and learn DARPA processes and culture.
• Coordinate periodic internal and external meetings for the Program Manager.
• Monitor and track the programmatic progress of various performers and keep the Program Manager informed through reports.
• Assist in development of draft briefings, reports, and documents to support new concepts and technologies.
• Liaise with Program Managers, legal and contractual personnel, and administrative staff; communicate complex issues to senior executives.

Skills

Program analysis

Analytical leadership

Mentoring

Clear communication

DoD TS/SCI clearance

On-site work readiness

Education

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

Microsoft 365

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Sr. Program Analyst to provide onsite support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) in Arlington, VA.

You will coordinate meetings, monitor program progress, and draft materials for program concepts while liaising with managers, legal, and admin staff. The role requires a STEM master's, 10+ years in a program or management role, and an active DoD TS/SCI clearance.