Undersea Programs Technical Coordinator

MCR

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 170,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a seasoned analyst focused on Navy undersea warfare, strategic communications, and policy development.

The role engages with senior leaders, DoD staff, and intelligence communities to shape program plans and communicate technical findings. Candidates should have a technical degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or related field.
Master's degree is highly desirable.
At least 5 years of professional experience in analysis, undersea warfare, or strategic communications.

Responsibilities

Analyze and communicate information on Navy undersea warfare topics to senior Navy and DoD leaders.
Develop strategic communications materials and coordinate external engagement.
Collaborate with intelligence community, naval commands, and technical experts to inform risk assessments and policy decisions.

Skills

Research

Writing

Critical thinking

Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Master's degree

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 Undersea Technology Portfolio

The Undersea Technology Portfolio, within SPA's Sea, Land, & Air Division, conducts rigorous and objective analyses to enable the Navy and other DoD organizations to make decisions, plans, and strategies to deliver emerging technologies and warfighting capabilities. We support clients across the undersea, naval special warfare, and expeditionary warfare enterprises, including those within resourcing and requirements, acquisition, and science and technology.

#KSResponsibilities

SPA has an immediate need for a passionate and dedicated analyst focused on national security issues relating to the Navy's Undersea Warfare capabilities and responsibilities, including missions, platforms, payloads, and people. SPA has an immediate need for a passionate and dedicated individual with a demonstrated record of success in strategic communications, and external engagement and experience working on the Navy, Joint, or Combatant Commander staff level. This position fills a key role in the Undersea Security Programs’ (OPNAV N975) core leadership team, and offers an opportunity to understand and communicate the full breadth of the portfolio of a critical office within the undersea warfare community. This individual will engage with senior leadership, subject matter experts, and policy makers to develop and communicate Undersea Security Programs’ strategic plans and the implications of technical and operational analysis to senior Navy and DOD leaders. The individual will conduct analysis relating to sensitive and important undersea warfare security topics that will require coordination with the intelligence community, operational Navy commands, and technical experts.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or other relevant field (such as national security studies, political science, or military history).

A Master's degree is highly desirable.

At least 5 years of professional experience that demonstrate proficiency in analysis, undersea warfare, strategic communications, or other relevant topics.

Previous experience as a submarine officer or as a Navy or Joint Staff officer is desirable.

Demonstrated strong skill sets in research, writing, critical thinking, and analysis.

Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), including the ability to summarize and communicate complex ideas and analytical findings to a variety of audiences.

US Citizen with the ability to obtain and retain DoD Top Secret security clearance with SCI.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in developing strategic communications and external engagement materials for senior Navy, Joint, or Department of War leaders.

Experience directly interacting with, briefing, and advising DoD or armed service decision makers.

Experience working on the Navy (OPNAV or SECNAV), Joint, or Combatant Commander staffs in the area of planning, strategy or policy development.

Experience analyzing metrics and conducting operational or technical risk assessments or root cause analysis, especially in the areas of undersea warfare.

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