Program 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, 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. SPA's Sea Land Air (SLA) Division supports a diverse portfolio of national security government clients, including the Undersea Enterprise, the Navy Surface Community, the Navy MPTE Enterprise, the Air Force, Army, DoD Agencies, DARPA, international clients including the Canadian Navy and Australian Defense Force. Our primary objective is to provide timely, objective and analytic assessments that integrate the policy, operational, technical, programmatic and acquisition aspects of our clients' challenges. Leveraging both in-domain and cross-domain expertise to maximize our clients' success, SLA Division acts as trusted agents to senior decision-makers and key leaders and excels at providing data driven analytic insights, systems engineering, strategies and plans that address current and emerging challenges to national security. The AUKUS Group, within SPA's Sea, Land, and Air Division, provides timely, objective, analytic assessments that integrate technical, operational, programmatic, policy and business analysis to NAVSEA's AUKUS Integration and Acquisition Program Office and associated partner organizations. Analysts and Engineers supporting AUKUS will continue SPA's decades of support to the undersea force and assist in developing a trilateral submarine force for the future. This is a high-profile, major international program of significant importance to the future of the US Navy and its partners in an era of renewed strategic competition. SPA has an immediate need for a Program Analyst to serve as a Foreign Military Sales Analyst . Responsibilities Supports the efforts and actions of the Case Manager/Program Managers/Team Lead for various Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs for the Direct Reporting Program Manager, AUKUS Integration and Acquisition (DRPM AUKUS I&A). With other members of the Security Cooperation team, and under direction of the Case Manager/Program Manager/Team Lead, assists the Case Manager in analyzing and managing all aspects of FMS casework in accordance with the Arms Export Control Act, the Security Assistance Management Manual (SAMM) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) as well as applicable DoD Acquisition policy guidance, including: Support program efforts associated with Foreign Military Sales cases, including planning, programming, implementation, execution, reconciliation, and closure. Develop Price and Availability (P&A) and Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) packages in the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS). Complete NAV2061 markups to document financial reconciliation in support of AUKUS FMS case Revisions, Modifications, and Amendments. Generate FMS case timelines and supporting acquisition strategies for the procurement of defense articles and services to advance AUKUS Pillar 1 objectives. Maintain FMS case files in accordance with the DoD Financial Management Regulation (FMR) 7000-14.R, Volume 15, Chapter 6. Perform case management support including analysis, tracking, and responding to requests from foreign governments. Develop correspondence to foreign partners in accordance with the Navy Correspondence Manual, SECNAV M-5216.5. Support the risk management process including risk identification, risk analysis, risk mitigation planning, mitigation plan implementation, and risk tracking. Provide financial and logistical support in administering and overseeing the cradle-to-grave execution of FMS cases. Research and analyze LOAs and determine the logistical, contract awards, financial, supply and shipment status through the U.S. Navy's supply systems. Prepare Obligational Authority worksheets for case implementation for funds distribution to appropriate performing activities. Determine the status of supply actions, procurement information, substitutions, requisition delay for a specific reason, rejection of requisition for a specified cause, changes in stock number, changes in unit of issue and/or quantity, referral of requisition to another DoD supply source, delay in delivery, acknowledgement of cancellation requests, shipment status, and financial status. Prepare Annual Case Reviews via the Case Execution and Performance Tool (CEPT). Provide administrative and logistics support for the planning and execution of FMS Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Case Reconciliation Reviews (CRRs), and Financial Management Reviews (FMRs). Develop presentations and meeting minutes in support of the Case Manager's participation in PMRs, CRRs, FMRs, and engagements with other external organizations. Capture and proactively maintain the status of program action items. This role is located at Maritime Plaza, Washington, DC. 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. Washington, DC Pay Transparency Range: $100,000 - 150,000. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree. Current DoD security clearance (minimum Secret level), and the ability to maintain it throughout employment. Minimum of 2 years' experience in Foreign Military Sales (FMS) case management or support within Major Defense Acquisition Programs. Demonstrated expertise in developing Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs), Price and Availability (P&As), Case Modifications, and Case Amendments utilizing the Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS). Background in program management, technical, or business analysis; specifically in weapon systems acquisition and life cycle management. Firsthand experience with the development of an LOA that includes: Development of Cost Estimates: Create Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) cost estimates for defense articles, training, support, and services. Coordinate with Stakeholders: Collaborate with the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), implementing agencies, and other entities to refine and ensure the accuracy of cost estimates. Draft the LOA: Based on the review of the foreign partner's Letter of Request (LOR) and cost estimates, draft detailed LOAs that include: Scope of Work: Detailed description of defense articles, services, and training to be provided. Cost Breakdown: Comprehensive cost breakdown, including all relevant fees. Terms and Conditions: Specific terms, payment schedules, delivery timelines, and compliance requirements. End-Use Monitoring: Provisions for end-use monitoring and compliance with U.S. laws and regulations. Hands-on experience with key systems including: Defense Security Assistance Management System (DSAMS) Case Development Automation Tool (CDAT) Management Information Systems for International Logistics (MISIL) Security Cooperation Information Portal (SCIP) Defense Integrated Financial Systems (DIFS)Case Execution Performance Tool (CEPT) Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat Pro and Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for effective communication with decision-makers. Desired Qualifications: Bachelor of Science (BS) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business, Management, or a relevant technical field.