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DTRA Systems Engineer

Systems Planning and Analysis445 open roles

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Lorton, Virginia, United States
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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 (JOID) provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, 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.

JOID assists the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in developing leading edge technologies to counter WMD in support of Combatant Commands (CCMDs) and transitioning these technologies to military services CCMDs. SPA provides expertise across the full range of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosives (CBRNE) WMD, Counter Improvised Threat and Countering Threat Network technologies to support understanding, detection, identification, characterization, denial, control, disabling, defeating, disposing, safeguarding the force, managing consequences, and test and evaluation in support of military and civilian operations.

We have an upcoming need for a Systems Engineer to provide onsite support at Lorton, VA

Responsibilities

This position provides Assistance and Advisory Support (A&AS) to the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Chemical and Biological (CB) Defense Department, Physical Technologies Division (RD-CBP). The Physical Technologies Division orients on chemical and biological defense in the area of physical detection, protection, and hazard mitigation. The candidate will provide scientific and project management support while leveraging U.S. military operational understanding to maximize client support for chemical and biological detection, protection, and hazard mitigation technology development. Provide subject matter expertise in the area of chemical and biological threat detection and material decontamination science, technology, and engineering to RD-CBP science and technology managers, understand capability gaps and assisting in establishing project- and product-level strategy and priorities, and ensure portfolios are responsive and mapped to program goals. Draft technology transition agreements between the advanced developers and Joint Science and Technology Office (JSTO), draft long-range Broad Agency Announcements for JSTO, review proposal submissions for technical feasibility and strategic alignment, review technical reports and statements of work to ensure technical validity, evaluate current and emerging protection technologies, and facilitate cross-communication regarding program priorities and courses of action. Provide programmatic, logistics planning, and execution support for meetings with the government clients and their performers, monitor funding documentation and other programmatic metrics for within the division, and assist with drafting presentations, papers, and other programmatic documentation for both technical and senior leader audiences. Determine needs and opinions of warfighters for emerging technologies and conduct presentations of technology developed by the Physical Science and Technologies Division. Formulate, coordinate, and consolidate complex technical, programmatic, and strategic responses to support division initiatives to a variety of internal and external audiences.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical science-related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in science and technology project management.
  • Experience in application and analysis of engineering principles for future chemical and biological defense technologies.
  • Strong communication skills (written and oral).
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Active Secret clearance with eligibility for Top Secret clearance.
  • Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.
  • Ability to travel up to 15%

Desired:

  • Master’s degree in engineering.
  • Background in Mechanical Engineering
  • Active Top Secret clearance.
  • Demonstrated experience with technology prototyping or automation.
  • U.S. military experience.
  • U.S. Army Chemical Corps or similar U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, or U.S. Marine Corps experience with chemical and biological defense.

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 $115,000.00/Yr. - USD $135,000.00/Yr.

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