Acquisition SME

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 Joint, Office of the Secretary of War, Interagency Division (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of War (DoW), 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 (ATAG) within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the 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, 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 an upcoming need for an Acquisition Subject Matter Expert to provide onsite support at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA. ResponsibilitiesThe Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME) will support the Joint Staff J-8 leadership with the management and oversight of Major Defense Acquisition Programs (MDAPs) and other programs as assigned (i.e. Middle Tier of Acquisition (MTA); Software Acquisition; and ACAT III-level programs). This will include providing acquisition subject matter expertise; providing timely supporting analyses related to Joint Force capabilities acquisition; performing and summarizing cost, schedule, and performance analyses; and applying expertise in the DoW requirements generation and approval processes. The SME will also conduct acquisition analyses to identify, assess, and recommend courses of action to Joint Staff leadership, and participate in acquisition-related forums and oversight bodies (such as Milestone Decisions, Configuration Steering Boards, Overarching Integrated Product Teams, Test Events, etc.) to provide proactive analysis to advise Joint Staff leadership in the oversight of assigned programs. The analyst will be responsible for developing, organizing, and maintaining a comprehensive file of information products for assigned programs to include briefings, information papers, decision briefs, decision memoranda, and emails. QualificationsRequired: Master’s Degree 20+ years of experience with National Security and Military Operations; a PhD can be substituted for 5 years of experience Experience with DoD Program Management procedures Experience with DoD acquisition programs and the DoD 5000 series Active TS/SCI clearanceAble to work fully onsite based on client needsDesired: Project Management Professional or DAWIA certification in Program ManagementPay 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 $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $180,000.00/Yr.Job SummaryID: 2026-23159Category: Program & Project Management, Financial and Contract SupportSecurity Clearance Requirement: Top SecretType: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Mid-level