OverviewSystems 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. Objective. Responsive. Trusted.
Comprising more than 130 personnel, the Integrated Warfare Systems Group (IWSG) delivers expertise across program and project management, acquisition and contracting, systems and digital engineering, software development, test and evaluation, sustainment and life-cycle management, cybersecurity, international/Foreign Military Sales, strategic communications, and IT services. These capabilities support more than 100 Above Water Sensor, Undersea, and Combat System programs and projects within the Navy's Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Mission Systems, Maritime and Munitions, as well as clients at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, and the Office of Naval Research. #FC #Dice
Responsibilities General Position Description for Senior-Level Test and Evaluation support role : The successful candidate will provide full-time technical and programmatic leadership and subject matter expertise for integrated Test and Evaluation (T&E) activities, shaping T&E strategy and overseeing its execution across the acquisition lifecycle. This role requires the ability to translate complex technical findings into actionable programmatic recommendations and communicate effectively with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), senior government leadership (e.g., Program Managers, Principal Assistant Program Managers), and industry partners. A hybrid work environment is acceptable; however, the candidate must have the ability to work regularly from government facilities in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and be available for travel up to 10-20% of the time.
Specific Responsibilities Include: - Lead and facilitate T&E Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs) and working groups, coordinating with systems engineering, cybersecurity, and logistics to develop comprehensive, end-to-end test strategies.
- Author, staff, and maintain keystone T&E documentation, including the Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), Master Test Strategy (MTS), and detailed developmental and operational test plans in alignment with DoD Instruction 5000.89.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of major test events, including Contractor, Developmental, Operational, and Live-Fire Test activities. Ensure statutory and regulatory requirements are met for each acquisition milestone.
- Direct Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and Operational Test Readiness Reviews (OTRRs), ensuring all technical, safety, and logistical prerequisites for testing are satisfied.
- Champion the integration of advanced test methodologies, including Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and Modeling & Simulation (M&S) to optimize test scope and resource allocation. Oversee M&S Verification, Validation, and Accreditation (VV&A) efforts.
- Serve as the principal T&E advisor to program leadership, providing data-driven assessments of system performance, maturity, and risk to inform acquisition decisions.
- Manage and maintain authoritative T&E data repositories and resources, ensuring test results, system configurations, and resource availability are accurately tracked and accessible to stakeholders.
- Represent the program at high-level enterprise, Service, and DoD forums, such as T&E forums, and annual test resource reviews.
QualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Mandatory - Must possess an active DOD SECRET security clearance, with eligibility for TOP SECRET.
- Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field.
- 10+ years of professional experience in DoD systems engineering, acquisition, and/or Test & Evaluation.
- Expert knowledge of the DoD 5000 series, particularly DoDI 5000.89 (Test and Evaluation), and have demonstrated experience authoring and managing keystone acquisition documents (e.g., TEMP, MTS).
- Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality products under strict deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree in a STEM-related discipline.
- Experience with Navy acquisition processes, combat systems, and/or operational testing commands (e.g., OPTEVFOR).
- Direct experience applying Design of Experiments (DOE) and other statistical methods to T&E.
Pay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Washington, DC, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $150,000.00/Yr. - USD $180,000.00/Yr.
