SSN(X) Producibility Lead

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. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.The AUKUS, Submarines, and Industrial Base Group (ASIG), within the Sea, Land, Air Division, provides timely, objective, analytic assessments that integrate technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis to NAVSEA Team Submarine program offices and key stakeholders surrounding submarine platform construction. Team Submarine unifies submarine platform procurement activities, which includes the Columbia-class SSBN program (a Major Defense Acquisition Program and the Navy’s top acquisition priority), the Virginia-class SSN program and the new SSN-X program (developing the next generation attack submarine), to bring improved capabilities to our undersea forces. Analysts and Engineers supporting Team Submarine will continue SPA’s decades of support to the SSBN force, as well as supporting oversight of cutting-edge attack submarine construction, assisting in developing the design requirements for the SSN platform of the future, and helping plan and execute new and innovative strategies to strengthen the critical submarine shipbuilding industrial base. These are high-profile, major acquisition and manufacturing programs of significant importance to the future capabilities of the US Navy in an era of renewed strategic competition. #MCResponsibilitiesThe SSN-(X) Producibility Lead will provide support to the Team Submarine Future Attack Submarine Program Office (PMS 351). The individual in this role will directly support the PMS351 Technical Director while interfacing with the System Integration Team Leads and other PMS351 branches. The individual will develop producibility, construction, and manufacturing strategies for SSN(X).Responsibilities include developing design for producibility and/or manufacturing, supporting the design of future sumbarines for simpler manufacturing, and reducing complexity in submarine design and construction. This individual will also develop early-stage manfacturing plans such as a Manfacturing Assembly Plan (MAP), and develop advanced manufacturing strategies for future submarines.This position is located at SPA HQ in Alexandria, VA with potential for light telework and regular (2-3 days per week) travel to the client site at the Washington Navy Yard. There is some opportunity for up to ~10% travel to partner and industry stakeholder locations.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:Programmatic experience managing projects or programs in the defense industry5+ years supporting Technical and/or Defense IndustryBachelor's Degree in an Engineering fieldDoW Secret ClearanceDesired Qualifications: Shipyard/Construction ExperienceNAVSEA or Submarine Experience10+ years supporting Technical and/or Defense IndustryPay 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: 2026-23765Category: Program & Project Management, Financial and Contract SupportSecurity Clearance Requirement: SecretType: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Senior