Systems 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. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.  

The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force, Combatant Commands, Intelligence Community, and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments, systems engineering and integration, test, planning and execution, cost estimating and analysis, acquisition support, and cybersecurity.  We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs, assessing cutting-edge technologies, and supporting capabilities for our National Defense.  Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.!

The Intelligence Programs Group (IPG), part of SPA’s Space and Intelligence Division, is a specialized provider of systems engineering and trusted advisory services to the Space and National Intelligence community.  We utilize mission-proven, data-driven advisory tools and capabilities.  We provide highly technical support to ensure the government acquires cutting edge technology necessary for our National Defense.  Our portfolio includes the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  Come where you will be part of our high-caliber team!

SPA has an immediate need for a Contract Administrator.

• Assists Government client(s) in the acquisition process with understanding, establishing, and analyzing existing and future systems definitions and designs based on projected threats and new technologies, utilizing client systems.
• Assists the Program leadership in monitoring the program by utilizing systems and processes designed to meet customer guidelines and to ensure work scope, deliverables, schedule, and budget are well defined and maintained.
• Uses quantitative analytical techniques to assess system acquisition process and develop risk reduction and mitigation strategies for improving program planning, control, and execution. 
• Analyzes existing and future systems based on projected threats and new technologies.
• Participates in and reports on cost, schedule, performance, variance, and risk analysis.
• Defines, generates reviews, and ensures acquisition documentation is accurate, complete, and meets government specifications and standards.
• Assists with the day-to-day management of acquisition programs and/or special projects. 
• Conducts cross program analyses at the program office. 
• Identifies tradeoffs within and among competing programs and provide executive managers with resource alternatives. 
• Maintains Directorate and/or Agency-wide budget tracks at directorate, project, sub-project, and MSA levels. 
• Reviews Directorate and Agency level data in the NEXT, Agency FIRST, and Intelligence Resource Information System.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship with TS/SCI Poly clearance at date of application
  • • Please discuss specific polygraph requirements with an SPA Talent Acquisition professional
• BA/BS degree or higher (additional years of relevant experience may be substituted) in STEM, Business, Statistics, International Relations, Military Studies, Political Science, National Security, Government Economics, or related field of study
• 4 years of related work experience
• Knowledge of relevant government acquisition process (i.e., JCIDS and DoD 5000 Series instructions and other guidance from relevant government agency customer)
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel; adept at other MS applications 
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Appropriations Law, concepts and principles, and Federal and Intelligence Community (IC) budgetary principles 
• Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition management regulations, practices, policies, procedures and Acquisition Program Baseline development 
• Knowledge of developing briefs and reports for project leadership team review
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to effectively manage time and collaborate across a diverse set of group/division priorities
• Ability to report to designated work location in Chantilly, up to full time, based on the needs of the customer