Missile Defense Acquisition Analyst

Responsibilities

Golden Dome Missile Defense Analyst to provide onsite support at the Pentagon in Arlington, VA.

SPA is seeking a senior-level analyst to support the Deputy Assistant Secretary of War for Strategic, Space, and Intelligence Portfolio Management (DASW(SSIPM)) and to serve as a key liaison to the Golden Dome for America initiative. The analyst will support DASW(SSIPM) and the Missile Defense team by monitoring missile defense-related activities and acquisition programs, and supporting implementation of the Missile Defense Review.

The ideal candidate will apply experience with the DAES system, familiarity with the Middle Tier of Acquisition, and a demonstrated history of serving as an action officer supporting GO/FO/SES-level stakeholders.

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Master's degree and 10+ years of experience in a combination of Missile Defense, acquisition, the PPBE process, or Missile Defense Agency (MDA)-related operational experience
• Experience with HQ Staff at OSD, a Service, or other Agency-level organization
• Understanding of DoDI 5000.02 and the DoD acquisition process, to include MDA-specific acquisitions
• Ability to synthesize information into papers, briefings, and presentations for senior leadership
• DAWIA certification in Program Management
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

• Expertise with budgeting, requirements development, and/or Missile Defense Agency led-programs
• Expertise writing for and presenting information to senior DoW decision makers