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 Intelligence Programs Group (IPG), within the Space & Intelligence Division is seeking candidates for a permanent role as Group Leader (GL). The IPG set of programs includes prime and multiple subcontracted efforts. This advertisement addresses the responsibilities associated with the GL role and describes the application process for interested candidates.
Within the Space & Intelligence Division, IPG comprises a team of over 80 experienced analysts and engineers with a diverse and integrated skillset of technical expertise and operational experience that provide threat assessment, technology development, architecture analysis, systems engineering, cybersecurity, systems integration, test and evaluation, modeling, simulation, and analysis, and program management for over 10 separate contract efforts. IPG efforts span multiple IC organizations with emphasis on SIGINT, GEOINT, OPIR, and Communications systems and networks.
Group Leader Selection Timeline:
20 Sept 2024: Deadline for submitting SPA resume to this announcementLate Sept 2024: Interviews conductedOctober 2024: Decision made and approved, transition process beginsThe process is open and transparent. The hiring manager will debrief all applicants at the conclusion of the process. Questions can be directed to Bruce Phillips at bphillips@spa.com or 703-216-4187.
ResponsibilitiesThe IPG Group Leader’s responsibilities include:
Leading IPG support to NRO, NGA, and other parts of the IC including delivery of exceptional contract performance and meeting revenue, EBITDA, and indirect resource goalsExceptional management of complex prime contracts, multiple subcontractors, and multiple subcontracts to meet customer requirementsResponsible for the development and execution of the IPG new business pipeline and business development to the meet group and division revenue and profitability goalsDevelop and foster relationships and with industry partners and potential government customers to seek out opportunities for new businessManage cost, schedule, and performance to include implementing best practices and managing multiple PMs Assist in developing a vision, strategy, and articulated goals for growth in IPG’s people, tools, capabilities, and lines of business, and delivering actions to achieve those goals.Be a willing and collaborative catalyst within Division and across SPA Divisions to grow capabilities, expertise, people, and customer footprint.Instill a culture of quality work, and apply SPA’s QMS processes to ensure that all deliverables meet contract requirements and high quality standards Support hiring, developing, and SPA employees, and maintaining a high level of team cohesion and morale. Contribute to SPA ‘Best Place to Work’ initiatives, including delivering same to site employeesInteract with senior uniformed and civilian leadership across customer marketsInteract with SPA Corporate and Line Division leadership, including representing IPG at corporate and division meetings, developing reports and other data call responses, and providing feedback on proposed initiatives and processes Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
In depth understanding of government organizations at NRO, NGA, NSA, and other portions of IC, to include CIA, DNI, DIA, NASIC, MSIC, and other CoCOM/service J-2s. Includes interfaces with DoD (OSD and Services), Civil, and selected international space organizationsA bachelor's degree and fifteen (15) years of relevant space and intelligence systems engineering, development, operations, or program management with understanding of SIGINT, GEOINT, OPIR, and Communications space and related ground systems experience, -or- a master's degree and ten (10) years of relevant space and intelligence systems engineering, development, operations, or program management experienceAt least five years of P&L experience running organizations with over $50M/year revenue; experience with contractor and government financial management systems; experience applying contractor Quality Management Systems (QMS) to deliver superior quality services and products; experience hiring, mentoring, and training personnel; experience developing new business; and experience growing existing lines of business, to include participation or leadership in M&A-based expansion and integrationProgram management experience managing large support services contracts with multiple subcontractors, diverse locations, and specialized security requirementsExperience with major acquisition programs including customer acquisition guidelines, source selection procedures, and acquisition processes.Demonstrated knowledge of IC/DOD/Civil space policy and guidanceSuperior communications skills, including a demonstrated ability to communicate with senior company, client, and teammate executivesExperience managing distributed workforce with staff deployed at customer locationsExperience managing stand-alone company office, separate from company HQDemonstrated ability to perform strategic planning for internal company efforts as well as contractsDemonstrated business integrity, initiative, critical thinking, and tenacity in environment of significant autonomy and responsibilityDemonstrated experience with IC security, IT, and administrative systems to include ARC, CWAN, JWICs, and specialty IC applicationsAbility to work regularly from the Chantilly, VA office, with trips as needed to other customer sites around greater Washington DC and nationally.TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
Desired Qualifications:
Formal training in leadership, business development, proposal writing, and contract managementFormal training in customer organizations, missions, policies, and operationsMaster’s degree in STEM disciplineProject Management Professional (PMP) certification Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed SPA is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. It is, and will continue to be, the policy of the company to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability or genetics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMS
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