Military Operations Analyst

OverviewSystems 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 Cross Domain Warfare Analysis Portfolio (CDWP), within the Sea, Land, & Air Analysis Group in SPA, conducts rigorous and objective analyses to enable the Navy and other DoW organizations to make decisions on warfighting capabilities. CDWP focuses on the challenges associated with integrated warfighting capability across multiple domains, from seabed to space. The team combines experienced military professionals, operations research analysts, and technology development & experimentation experts using quantitative and qualitative methods, models, and analysis tools. CDWP’s experience, technical expertise, and analytic assessments help our clients identify warfighting gaps, set requirements, and develop the integrated and cross-domain warfighting solutions that our military will need to win.​ We support a range of clients including Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV)​, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)​, Navy Information Warfare Center/Pacific (NIWC/PAC), and the Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO).SPA has an immediate need for a Surface Warfare Military Operations Analyst. This full-time position is based in Alexandria, Virginia. #KSResponsibilitiesYou will be responsible for 1) Developing innovative concepts of operations and capability plans, and for translating them into detailed written and graphical descriptions used to develop and support tactical, operational, and strategic warfare analysis, 2) Conducting military effectiveness analysis of alternatives to inform the development of formal requirements and program plans across the spectrum of science and technology (S&T), research and development (R&D), and program acquisition, and 3) Supporting and eventually take a leading role in the development and employment of modeling and simulation analysis tools and in briefing analysis results to top-level government decision makers.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Qualified Surface Warfare Officer with 3-5 years of operational surface warfare experience on a cruiser or destroyerOperational experience in Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD), Anti-Surface Warfare (ASuW), or Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) mission areasA Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or other relevant field (such as national security studies, political science, or military history)Strong written and oral communication skills, the ability and willingness to multi-task, and capable of professionally addressing client questions and issuesAbility to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearanceDesired Qualifications: Experience as a qualified Tactical Action Officer Department Head tour on an operational cruiser or destroyerExperience directly interacting with, briefing, and advising DoD or armed service decision makersDemonstrated familiarity with operations analysis, modeling and simulation, or other advanced analytical techniquesPay Range InformationAt 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. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $125,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000.00/Yr.Job SummaryID: 2026-23289Category: Strategy, Policy, & Advisory ServicesSecurity Clearance Requirement: SecretType: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Mid-level