Senior Wireless Communication Systems Analyst

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, both in 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 Defense, Interagency Division 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.

SPAs NATO Allied Command Transformation Group within JOID provides capability development, portfolio management, program management, quality management, cost estimation analysis, standardization, reporting, software solutions and information management, and capability management support. We also provide an improved capability requirements capture process, including the generation, documentation and tracing of user requirements, with appropriate technical scrutiny, over the entire lifecycle of the requirements from capability definition through capability realization and capability usage. 

We have an immediate need for a Sr. Wireless Communication Systems Analyst to provide onsite Capability Development support out of NATO HQ SACT in Norfolk, VA.

Responsibilities

The candidate will support existing Communication and Information Services (CIS) tasking, providing project and program management skillsets for Capability Packages that will augment and assure the delivery of NATO CIS in the wireless communication domain. This includes aspects of CIS wireless technology (SATCOM and other Beyond Line of Sight Systems) and associated program/project management. 

Coordinate and support the development of NATO Communications and Information Systems (CIS) capabilities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, operational requirements, and the NATO Defence Planning Process (NDPP). Lead and contribute to the identification, elicitation, validation, and decomposition of capability requirements across all aspects of Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership, Personnel, Facilities, and Interoperability (DOTMLPFI). Develop resource proposals, capability architectures, enterprise architectures, and service definitions to support capability development and implementation. Contribute to the development and refinement of policies, directives, processes, and technical requirements while supporting the implementation of approved NATO military visions and concepts. Coordinate analyses of alternatives (AoA), assess potential solutions, and recommend courses of action to address capability gaps and implementation challenges.

Lead the development and execution of capability programmes and plans, ensuring successful delivery of programme outcomes through continuous assessment of cost, scope, schedule, risk, and performance throughout the capability life cycle. Provide programme and project management expertise in support of Allied Command Transformation (ACT) Programme of Work (POW) activities encompassing CIS, Cyber, Communities of Interest (COI) Enabling Services, Information Management, infrastructure, and related services. Coordinate and synchronize DOTMLPFI development and implementation activities with subject matter experts, operational users, host nations, and relevant NATO authorities. Plan and lead capability acceptance activities in collaboration with Joint Force Directorate branches and key stakeholders. Support the development of Mid-Term Plans (MTP), NATO Defence Planning Process activities, and the integration of national solutions into NATO capability frameworks. Sponsor and coordinate research and development, experimentation, and capability-related initiatives to advance technical solutions and capability architectures.

Facilitate collaboration and coordination among NATO organizations, member nations, partners, industry, academia, international organizations, and nongovernmental organizations through established engagement mechanisms, including the Framework for Cooperative Interaction (FFCI). Represent CIS capability development interests in Integrated Coordination Groups, Capability Management Functions, Integrated Project Steering Groups, and other NATO Headquarters coordination forums. Work closely with CIS Operating, Service Provisioning, and Implementation Authorities to ensure consistency in capability planning, development, and delivery. Support the coordination and implementation of Consultation, Command and Control (C3) policies and directives within ACT and across relevant NATO organizations. Provide direct programme management, technical, and advisory support to the CIS Branch Head, participate in meetings and conferences within and outside NATO as required, and undertake additional responsibilities in accordance with programme objectives and Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) direction.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or Higher Secondary Education in Science or Engineering (Electronic/System/Engineering Telecommunication) or related technical discipline.
• Engineering certification or professional equivalent (e.g. The Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)/INCOSE or similar/equivalent).
• Program Management certification (e.g. PRINCE2/PMI-PMP or equivalent).
• 7+ years of experience with participating, designing and/or implementing Communications and Information Services.
• 5+ years of experience experience leading specialist CIS staff and working groups (at least 3 people).
• 3+ years of Project management and Industry/International or Governmental organization or military command in the area of Air/Ground/Maritime/CIS or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience working with radio frequency technologies and associated systems (essential: VLF/HF; desired: 5G, VHF/UHF/SHF).
• Able to report to NATO HQ SACT in Norfolk, VA up to full-time, based upon client needs.
• National Secret clearance from an Allied member nation/NATO Secret clearance.

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 $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000.00/Yr.