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Systems Planning & Analysis · 1 hour ago

Technical SETA

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. They are seeking a Technical SETA to provide support to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), utilizing technical skills to analyze programmatic risks and assist in program administration. The role involves coordinating with performers, conducting assessments, and supporting strategic analyses for improving DARPA's planning and technology investments.

AnalyticsInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

The candidate will apply a strong technical background and a proactive attitude in support of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), and will be motivated to learn or already understand DARPA processes, procedures, and culture

Will be passionate about advanced R&D with strong communications and presentation skills

The candidate will utilize technical skills to understand the complex problems associated with DARPA programs, while simultaneously providing the necessary management support to execute the day-to-day requirements

Will support periodic (monthly or bi-weekly) performer assessments to analyze programmatic, technical, and schedule risks; assist in the development of risk mitigation strategies; and communicate findings to the Program Manager

Assist with program administration, including development of technical analyses, identification of technology gaps, technical risk management, project cost estimation, technology transfer efforts, and other program execution operations

Help coordinate performer meetings, assess performer task progress and projected performer outcomes with a program team, and work with a team to ensure project management best practices are followed both at subject performers and within DARPA itself

Support the DARPA PM in strategic analyses, market research, special studies, and road mapping activities for improving planning, processes, and Science and Technology program investments; assist in technology assessments and evaluations

Monitor both the technical and programmatic progress of various performers and keep the program manager abreast of progress through daily communications, monthly reports, and other reports as needed

Assist in preparation and execution of various reviews of programs, gathering technical information and data on progress and accomplishments from the various performers

Liaise with and draft documents for technical PMs, business operations personnel, legal and contractual personnel, and administrative support staff; communicate clearly and effectively complex issues verbally and in writing for senior executive audiences, both inside and outside of (DoD and other agencies representatives) commands

Assist in the planning and execution of conferences, symposia and workshops, steering groups, program reviews, technical meetings, and other events; attend meetings; coordinate with government organizations; organize, coordinate schedules of invitees, host, and coordinate meetings; prepare program presentations

Provide input to draft briefings, and draft letters for the PM, enabling the PM to respond to inquiries related to the relevant programs; prepare briefings, reports, literature reviews, and documents to support the development and approval of new program concepts and technologies

Qualification

Engineering degreeTechnical analysisResearchDevelopment experienceCost analysis experienceBriefing preparationCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline

5+ years of experience

Active DoD Secret clearance and eligible for TS/SCI

Interest in technology management, with technical skills to understand the engineering challenges inherent to research efforts and professional desire to support/advise DARPA Program Managers

Strong organization and communications skills, particularly in briefing preparation to present complex technology to senior leadership

Ability to work in a team environment

Able to work fully onsite in Arlington, VA