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 Strategic Division (SD) supports high-reliability organizations including Navy Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center, and the Department of Energy (DOE), among others. Our support across our client base is expanding rapidly and encompasses important services, such as data analytics and visualization, threat analysis, risk management, modeling and simulation, cost estimating, earned value management, program management, system engineering, independent evaluation, and High Consequence Event prevention. SPA's Strategic Division's Strategic Development Group (SDG) supports critical U.S. government programs providing Systems Engineering support, Systems Safety support and Financial Analysis support. SPA is looking for a Technical Program Analyst to support the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) Ship Integration Branch (SP26). This role will be based in Groton, CT. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Active DoD SECRET clearance (TOP SECRET strongly preferred). 5+ years of operational Navy experience as a submarine officer. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline, or commensurate technical experience relevant to the role. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing and conducting senior leader briefings. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Project). Desired Qualifications: Submarine construction experience or related shipyard experience. Prior SSP or NAVSEA experience, particularly related to the Strategic Weapon System and/or submarine construction. Background in defense acquisition planning. Responsibilities The Technical Program Analyst will support SP26's Groton-based team in planning, managing, and executing construction activities related to the integration and testing of the Strategic Weapon System on board COLUMBIA class submarines. Responsibilities include reviewing and adjudicating technical documentation, supporting shipboard installation and testing activities for SWS components (in a non-watchstanding capacity), and working with SSP, other government organizations, and industry partners on system risks, construction challenges, and mitigation strategies. The specific duties and responsibilities outlined above are subject to change based on the evolving needs of the program. Any significant changes will be communicated and discussed prior to the employee's start date.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Active DoD SECRET clearance (TOP SECRET strongly preferred). 5+ years of operational Navy experience as a submarine officer. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a closely related technical discipline, or commensurate technical experience relevant to the role. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing and conducting senior leader briefings. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Project). Desired Qualifications: Submarine construction experience or related shipyard experience. Prior SSP or NAVSEA experience, particularly related to the Strategic Weapon System and/or submarine construction. Background in defense acquisition planning.
Responsibilities
The Technical Program Analyst will support SP26's Groton-based team in planning, managing, and executing construction activities related to the integration and testing of the Strategic Weapon System on board COLUMBIA class submarines. Responsibilities include reviewing and adjudicating technical documentation, supporting shipboard installation and testing activities for SWS components (in a non-watchstanding capacity), and working with SSP, other government organizations, and industry partners on system risks, construction challenges, and mitigation strategies. The specific duties and responsibilities outlined above are subject to change based on the evolving needs of the program. Any significant changes will be communicated and discussed prior to the employee's start date.
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