Program Manager

Overview

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 Joint, Office of the Secretary of War, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of War (DoW), Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

The Acquisition and Technology Analysis Group within JOID specializes in the application of multi-disciplinary analytic skills to support multiple clients within the DoW. These clients include the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering (OUSW(R&E)), Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment (OUSW(A&S)), DARPA, Joint Staff, and USINDOPACOM. SPA provides critical decision support to enabling and executing a strategy of technological superiority and enabling the delivery and sustainment of secure, resilient, and preeminent capabilities to the warfighter quickly and cost effectively. Our team of experienced military, technical, and operations research analysts is skilled in evaluating military problems, identifying the driving factors, devising innovative approaches, collecting applicable data, developing necessary software tools, and performing thorough and timely assessments to inform technology and acquisition governance decisions to ensure U.S. military forces retain military superiority in the future.

We have an immediate need for a Program Manager to provide onsite support in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities

The Program Manager (PM) will lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team supporting the Office of the Secretary of War (R&E) Joint Munitions Program Office (JMPO). The PM ensures high‑quality analytical, technical, and programmatic support; maintains strong relationships with senior government customers; and provides continuity and direction as the work transitions from short‑term surge activities to a long‑term contract environment. This role requires effective leadership, communication, resource management, and responsibility for overall team performance and delivery. Manage cost, schedule, and performance, including tracking labor execution against funded hours and ensuring compliance with incremental funding constraints. Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team delivering analysis, modeling, engineering, and programmatic support to JMPO stakeholders. Maintain proactive coordination and communication with senior OSW(R&E) leadership to align priorities, address risks, and ensure timely, high‑quality outputs. Oversee planning and execution of customer‑directed collaboration events, technical engagements, and information exchanges. Support long‑term portfolio planning, capability development, and transition to enduring SBIR Phase III contract structures.

Qualifications

Required:

• 10+ years of relevant experience in defense‑focused analysis, engineering, program management, or related technical domains.
• 5+ years managing execution of complex service contracts or technical programs for DoW or other Federal agencies.
• Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams that perform operations research, mission analysis, modeling & simulation, systems engineering, data management, or technical program support.
• Proven effectiveness engaging with senior military and civilian leadership and coordinating across multiple government organizations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and executive‑level briefing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance in a resource‑constrained or incrementally funded environment.
• Experience growing teams, capabilities, tools, or lines of business.
• Business development, capture, or proposal experience.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Able to work fully onsite.

Desired:

• Familiarity with defense acquisition processes, requirements development, milestone documentation, and contracting fundamentals.
• Experience with mission‑level analysis, modeling, digital engineering, or MBSE in domains such as munitions, sensors, seekers, energetics, propulsion, air‑to‑ground systems, or multi‑domain operations.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• DAWIA Level III in Program Management or equivalent acquisition credential.

Pay Range Information

At 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. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $165,000.00/Yr. - USD $195,000.00/Yr. The Program Manager (PM) will lead and coordinate a multidisciplinary team supporting the Office of the Secretary of War (R&E) Joint Munitions Program Office (JMPO). The PM ensures high‑quality analytical, technical, and programmatic support; maintains strong relationships with senior government customers; and provides continuity and direction as the work transitions from short‑term surge activities to a long‑term contract environment. This role requires effective leadership, communication, resource management, and responsibility for overall team performance and delivery. Manage cost, schedule, and performance, including tracking labor execution against funded hours and ensuring compliance with incremental funding constraints. Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team delivering analysis, modeling, engineering, and programmatic support to JMPO stakeholders. Maintain proactive coordination and communication with senior OSW(R&E) leadership to align priorities, address risks, and ensure timely, high‑quality outputs. Oversee planning and execution of customer‑directed collaboration events, technical engagements, and information exchanges. Support long‑term portfolio planning, capability development, and transition to enduring SBIR Phase III contract structures.

Required:

• 10+ years of relevant experience in defense‑focused analysis, engineering, program management, or related technical domains.
• 5+ years managing execution of complex service contracts or technical programs for DoW or other Federal agencies.
• Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams that perform operations research, mission analysis, modeling & simulation, systems engineering, data management, or technical program support.
• Proven effectiveness engaging with senior military and civilian leadership and coordinating across multiple government organizations.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and executive‑level briefing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cost, schedule, and performance in a resource‑constrained or incrementally funded environment.
• Experience growing teams, capabilities, tools, or lines of business.
• Business development, capture, or proposal experience.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Able to work fully onsite.

Desired:

• Familiarity with defense acquisition processes, requirements development, milestone documentation, and contracting fundamentals.
• Experience with mission‑level analysis, modeling, digital engineering, or MBSE in domains such as munitions, sensors, seekers, energetics, propulsion, air‑to‑ground systems, or multi‑domain operations.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• DAWIA Level III in Program Management or equivalent acquisition credential.