Acquisition Analyst

Sr. Acquisition Program Analyst

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 Joint, Office of the Secretary of War, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of War, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the Department of War (DoW). These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW (R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSW (A&S)), DARPA, the Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future.

We have a future need for a Sr. Acquisition Program Analyst to provide onsite support at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

SPA is seeking an experienced Acquisition Program Analyst to lead the development of transformational acquisition proposals in support of OSW Acquisition Acceleration Reviews (AARs). The analyst will apply deep knowledge of the Defense Acquisition System and Adaptive Acquisition Framework to research, interpret, and synthesize DoW 5000-series policies into actionable, enterprise-level recommendations. The role will organize and integrate inputs from subject matter experts across government, FFRDCs/UARCs, and industry to generate a "menu of ideas" for senior leadership, ensuring proposals are concrete, implementation-focused, and aligned with FY26 and out-year funding opportunities. Responsibilities include curating topics for analysis; structuring and conducting qualitative and quantitative research; drafting and coordinating high-impact reports, decision briefs, and memorandums; and translating complex acquisition issues into clear options and roadmaps for senior executive decision-making. The analyst will function as both an action officer and strategic advisor, coordinating across multiple stakeholders in the Pentagon, Services, PEOs, and other oversight offices to maintain momentum on acquisition transformation initiatives, track multiple concurrent efforts, and ensure timely delivery of products that reflect leadership's priorities rather than diluted consensus positions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience in an acquisition program office, Program Executive Office, or DoW acquisition office
• Experience researching, interpreting, and applying Defense Acquisition System and Adaptive Acquisition Framework DoW 5000 series policies, principles, techniques, methods, and practices
• Strong analytical, research, and strategic communication skills, and adept at preparing and delivering briefs and correspondence to executive leadership in various formats
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Able to work both independently and in teams to meet mission objectives; able to track and coordinate multiple simultaneous efforts
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Desired:

• Experience supporting OSW or Joint Staff
• DAWIA/DAU PM certification

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 health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. VA Pay Transparency Salary range: $165k – $205k