CWMD Expert

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 SLA Analysis Group’s mission is to deliver objective analyses, plans and strategies to US Navy, US Marine Corps, USAF, other DoD, and Australian Defence Force clients to support technology development, acquisition, delivery and sustainment decisions. The group provides the core of SPA thought leadership on Undersea Strategy, Software Development and Cost Estimating, with additional benchmark capabilities in AI/ML & Decision Analytics, Modeling and Simulation, and Future Force Assessments. #MCSPA has a near-term need for an experienced practitioner in DoD activities regarding countering weapons of mass destruction to support our customer in Arlington, VA.ResponsibilitiesThe CWMD Expert leads a team of contractor SMEs providing research, analysis, guidance, recommendations, and other activities in support of DAF CWMD policy development. This team includes multiple geographically separated CMWD advisors to subordinate Air Force headquarters. The CE will consolidate inputs from other DoD and USG agencies to analyze potential implications to Air Force operations, particularly combat sortie generation. The CE will be familiar with various CBRN modeling and simulation (M&S) tools, and work directly with M&S experts to produce analytic quantitative assessments of various questions and problems. QualificationsRequired QualificationsMaster's degree and 10 years technical experience within the CBRN disciplineTop Secret clearance with SCI and sub-compartment eligibilityRecent advanced experience using and tailoring CBRN models in support of operational analysisRecent experience with AF and DoD counterproliferation and CWMD programsRecent experience and expertise in Air Force agile combat operations and planningTop Secret clearance with SCI and sub-compartment eligibilityDesired Qualifications15 years’ experience conducting CWMD / CBRN operational analysis5 years’ experience within DTRA or Service CWMD staff organizationPay 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 $175,000.00/Yr. - USD $200,000.00/Yr.Job SummaryID: 2026-23095Category: Strategy, Policy, & Advisory ServicesSecurity Clearance Requirement: Top Secret/ SCIType: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Senior