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Systems Planning & Analysis · 15 hours ago

Sr. Military Operations Analyst

positionArlington, VA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
date10+ years exp

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. They are seeking a Sr. Military Operations Analyst to provide onsite support, serving as a liaison between DARPA and U.S. Special Operations Command personnel to address military operations challenges and ensure awareness of operational needs.

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Growth OpportunitiesbadNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Serve as a liaison between DARPA offices and U.S. Special Operations Command personnel
Provide information and operational counsel to ensure that DARPA senior staff and PMs are aware of DoD operational challenges, capability gaps, and current and future concepts of operations
Assist in determining the technology application to address military operations challenges
Identify relevant operational program concepts and provide technical advice and recommendations on emerging military warfare and potential application of DARPA technology
Deliver counsel through written analysis, presentations, and other products for technology demonstrations, evaluations, and transitions
Update knowledge management frameworks utilized by DARPA for enterprise management and coordination

Qualification

Special Operations experienceCustomer engagement expertiseDARPA policiesOral/written communicationBachelor’s degreeAdvanced degree in STEMMulti-tasking abilityProficiency with PC systemsOrganizational skillsTime-management skills

Required

Bachelor's degree
10+ years Special Operations Force service with operational experience
Active Top Secret clearance
Good rapport at dealing with the public, expertise in customer engagement, excellent oral/written communication skills, and excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to multi-task and respond to quick turn-around requests, and proficiency with modern PC systems and tools
Able to work fully onsite based on client needs

Preferred

Advanced degree in a STEM field
Experience as a staff officer within Headquarters DoW, Military Service, or Combatant Command
Working knowledge of DARPA and DoD policies and procedures
Ability to translate warfighter needs, articulate capability gaps, and discuss current and projected Acquisition Programs within Special Operations organizations

Company

Systems Planning & Analysis

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Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA) is a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insights for critical national security programs.
dateFounded in 1972
location
Alexandria, Virginia, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.spa.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2021-10-06Acquired

Leadership Team

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Rich Sawchak
Chief Executive Officer
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Bruce Phillips
Vice President, Emerging Markets Growth
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Recent News

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A pair of CEO transitions and more leadership moves across the market
2025-12-13
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SPA Appoints Mark Adams as New Chief Capability Officer
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SPA makes another acquisition to build simulation and wargaming capabilities
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