Systems & Requirements Analyst

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 Strategic Technology Analysis Group (STAG) part of SPAs Space and Intelligence Division offers sophisticated capabilities (people process & tools) to resolve unique problems in space cyber and special operations in support to military services Secretary of Defense offices (OSD) and theater warfighters. Our portfolio includes the Assistant Secretary of Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration (SAF/SQ) Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC) Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP) National Space Defense Center (NSDC) Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO) US Space Command (USSPACECOM) and US Space Force (USSF). Come be a part of a high-speed low-drag organization providing unique and tailored solutions for our National Defense!

SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified Systems & Requirements Analyst.

Seeking an experienced Requirements Analyst professional to support the Headquarters United States Space Force (HQ USSF) Chief Strategy and Resourcing Office (CSRO). This office is responsible for carrying out and executing strategic planning long-range resource allocation and developing directing and conducting USSF programming activities necessary to complete the USSF Program Objective Memorandum (POM). Additionally the CSRO delivers integrated Service space strategies policies and requirements to provide organized trained and equipped space forces for employment by Joint Force Commanders.

As a Requirements Analyst job duties require the candidate to be capable of applying concepts related to Missile Warning/Missile Track Survivable/Endurable thin line (NC3) and/or Nuclear Detection systems to develop capability requirements for USSF programs.

Duties include but are not limited to:

- Provide Space Force requirements analysis and support interface with the Office of the Secretary of Defense the offices of the Joint Staff Department of the Air Force (to include the Secretary of the Air Force and Space/Air Force Staffs) Field Commands and other Joint Service Intelligence Community interagency and international partners as required.

- Interface and perform duties to support the development of Service policy guidance oversight and priorities and ensures Service integration with the JCIDS.

- Participate in the Joint Requirements Oversight Council (JROC) process to include attending Functional and Joint Capabilities Boards (FCB/JCB) at customer direction.

- Support drafting capability development products such as Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs) Capability Developments Documents (CDDs) and Service level requirements documents such as Rapid Prototyping Documents (RPRDs) and Strategic Requirements Documents (SRDs).

- Provide support in planning developing and coordinating classified activities and Protection capabilities in support of USSFs global mission and strategic Force Design.

- Study and assess innovative technologies for further development/testing and as necessary transition planning and support to include rapid development acquisition and fielding of Protection capabilities to meet urgent operational needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI at time of application and ability to obtain/maintain Special Access Program (SAP) eligibility

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

• 5 years of experience in program support and or systems analysis

• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment

• Independent worker capable of understanding complex technical issues and producing recommendations for a wider audience

• Reports to designated work location in Arlington VA up to full time based on the needs of the customer

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience utilizing Space Force systems
• HQ USAF/USSF/SAF experience
• Familiarity with TMT and/or or other HQ staffing tools